Director, Legal Jobs

Explore Director, Legal opportunities for experienced attorneys ready to guide business strategy, manage legal risk, and lead high-impact teams. Ladders features vetted professional roles with salaries of $100,000 or more, helping you discover legal leadership positions that match your experience and career goals.

What Does a Director of Legal Do?

A Director of Legal oversees an organization’s legal work and provides practical counsel to executives and business teams. Responsibilities may include negotiating and reviewing contracts, advising on regulatory requirements, managing litigation and outside counsel, supporting corporate transactions, and developing policies that help the organization operate responsibly.

Common Qualifications and Skills

Employers often seek a law degree, an active license to practice in the relevant jurisdiction, and substantial experience in a law firm, in-house legal department, or both. Strong candidates combine legal judgment with communication, negotiation, leadership, and business skills. Depending on the employer, expertise in areas such as commercial contracts, privacy, employment, compliance, intellectual property, or corporate governance may be valuable.

Career Paths and Work Settings

Director, Legal roles are available across industries and organizations, including technology, healthcare, finance, manufacturing, and professional services. The position may report to a general counsel, chief legal officer, or senior business leader, and can be a path toward broader general counsel or executive leadership responsibilities.

Find Director, Legal Jobs on Ladders

Search Ladders for vetted Director, Legal openings with salaries of $100,000 or more. Compare opportunities by location, industry, scope, and experience requirements, then focus your search on roles aligned with your legal background and leadership ambitions.

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$210K - $340K *

Empower your career by leading energy procurement for cutting-edge data centers. Drive negotiations, manage legal frameworks, and collaborate with diverse teams to support the development of innovativ...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$210K - $340K *

Lead the charge in energy procurement for hyperscale data centers, negotiating power agreements and managing legal risks across multiple jurisdictions to support critical infrastructure development an...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$210K - $340K *

Join a team that's leading energy procurement for hyperscale data centers. You'll negotiate power agreements, manage legal risks, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to support critical infras...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Transform complex private markets transactions by providing strategic legal guidance, managing risks, and collaborating with investment teams to support North American Real Assets strategies while ens...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$160K - $200K *

Unlock potential by providing strategic legal guidance in Credit Investments, focusing on restructurings and asset management. Collaborate with global teams to navigate complex financial landscapes an...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$140K - $210K *

Drive operational excellence in legal functions by managing M&A processes, implementing contract lifecycle management, and leading a team to enhance efficiency and data integration, allowing attorneys...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$241K - $448K *

Drive the Americas Commercial Legal team, leading negotiations on complex software agreements while fostering collaboration and developing talent. Engage with stakeholders to ensure legal alignment an...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Drive legal strategy and contract negotiations, ensuring compliance and risk management while advising senior leadership. Lead contract processes and provide practical counsel to support business grow...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $150K *

Drive legal strategy and contract negotiations, providing expert counsel to executives. Balance legal protection with business agility, ensuring compliance and risk management while supporting growth...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$125K - $150K *

Contribute to strategic legal guidance by leading contract negotiations, managing risks, and advising on compliance matters. Collaborate with executives to ensure legal protection while facilitating b...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$242K - $282K *

Lead the oversight of contractual matters across departments, serving as a trusted advisor to internal stakeholders from pre-clinical to commercial readiness. This role emphasizes collaboration and ex...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$175K - $210K *

Deliver strategic legal support for innovative financial products, guiding teams through compliance and regulatory challenges while managing a team and collaborating across functions to drive product...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$175K - $210K *

Drive impactful legal support for innovative financial products, leading a team to navigate complex regulations and partnerships. Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance a...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$160K - $200K *

Champion legal excellence by overseeing SEC compliance, corporate governance, and litigation management. Collaborate cross-functionally to mitigate risks and ensure adherence to regulations, while pro...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$187K - $234K *

Optimize legal operations by driving efficiency, implementing AI solutions, and enhancing workflows. Lead strategic initiatives to improve scalability and performance within the Legal Department, ensu...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$172K - $215K *

Lead the transformation of legal operations by enhancing efficiency, scalability, and innovation. Collaborate with legal leadership to implement AI solutions and optimize workflows, ensuring the depar...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$156K - $195K *

Lead operational excellence in the Legal Department by driving efficiency, implementing AI solutions, and optimizing workflows. Collaborate with legal leadership to enhance scalability and support str...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$220K - $320K *

Lead a dynamic legal team, driving corporate transactions and governance while building a scalable legal function to support the company's growth and international expansion...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$220K - $320K *

Unlock potential by leading corporate legal initiatives that drive growth, governance, and compliance. Collaborate with executive teams to scale legal functions efficiently while ensuring optimal stra...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $190K *

Unlock potential by managing the full contracting lifecycle for our anaerobic digestion and industrial wastewater facilities. You will negotiate, structure, and execute agreements while collaborating...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$160K - $190K *

Transform commercial contracting by leading lifecycle management of agreements across diverse sectors. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize processes and ensure compliance, while provid...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$125K - $150K *

Join a dynamic team to lead M&A legal execution and support portfolio companies. Manage due diligence, transaction negotiations, and provide operational legal guidance, while transitioning into a Port...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$200K - $250K *

Champion the growth of a high-performing legal team, driving legal strategy and execution. Lead complex negotiations, establish efficient processes, and prepare for IPO while ensuring compliance and g...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $190K *

Lead as a trusted legal advisor in Asset Servicing, managing complex transactions and regulatory matters while collaborating with stakeholders to ensure compliance and strategic alignment across diver...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$119K - $221K *

Support dynamic legal processes in tech sales by negotiating complex agreements. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, manage high volumes of transactions, and drive legal department initiatives wh...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Director of Legal do?question toggle

    A Director of Legal leads or oversees legal services for an organization, advises business leaders, manages legal risk, and may supervise attorneys or coordinate outside counsel. The exact scope varies by company and industry.

  • What qualifications are typically required for Director, Legal jobs?question toggle

    Employers commonly require a law degree, bar admission in the relevant jurisdiction, and significant legal experience. Leadership ability, business judgment, and expertise in the employer’s legal needs are also important.

  • How much do Director, Legal jobs pay?question toggle

    Compensation varies based on factors such as location, industry, organization size, and experience. Ladders focuses on vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more.

  • Where can I find Director, Legal jobs?question toggle

    Search Ladders for vetted Director, Legal openings paying $100,000 or more, and use available filters to narrow results by location, industry, and other preferences.

  • What is the difference between a Director of Legal and a General Counsel?question toggle

    A General Counsel typically serves as the organization’s top legal executive, while a Director of Legal may lead a function, team, or major area of legal work and often reports to the General Counsel. Titles and responsibilities vary by organization.