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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$110K - $130K *

Develop high-performing teams and drive operational excellence in a mobile diagnostics operation. This role offers extensive freedom and responsibility, preparing you for impactful leadership as a loc...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$122K - $159K *

Champion risk management excellence by leading compliance initiatives, overseeing enterprise frameworks, and collaborating with global stakeholders to enhance organizational resilience and decision-ma...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$104K - $144K *

Manage community-based services, ensuring excellence in client care, compliance, and fiscal responsibility. Lead program development, foster partnerships, and uphold safety standards while driving org...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $220K *

Drive strategic leadership of contracts within aerospace and defense sectors. Oversee proposal, negotiation, and compliance processes while managing risks. Collaborate with teams to support growth ini...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$200K - $280K *

Build legal infrastructure for a high-growth company, ensuring compliance and strategic risk management while partnering across teams to streamline decision-making and legal processes...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$135K - $160K *

Transform product operations by leading strategy and execution, ensuring cross-functional alignment, optimizing tools, and driving AI enablement. Oversee a team of product delivery managers to enhance...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $150K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead media planning strategies, ensuring client success through innovative campaigns and strong relationships. Drive measurable results while managing multiple projects in a...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$90K - $215K *

Shape your career by leading strategic media planning across diverse client portfolios. Drive innovation, foster client relationships, and mentor teams to achieve excellence in integrated media strate...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$135K - $160K *

Shape market research strategies by collaborating with marketers to uncover customer insights, leveraging AI tools for enhanced analysis and synthesis, and driving actionable recommendations that infl...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$200K - $235K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of legal operations by leveraging AI. You'll analyze usage, identify gaps, and develop strategies to enhance adoption across practices, ensuring effective integra...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$115K - $183K *

Help us navigate complex regulatory landscapes, driving innovative healthcare solutions. Collaborate with diverse teams on compliance, patient access, and technology advancements to enhance care deliv...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$115K - $183K *

Tackle high-impact healthcare initiatives by providing legal guidance on regulatory compliance, innovative care models, and reimbursement structures, while collaborating with cross-functional teams to...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$210K - $305K *

Champion the global CMC regulatory strategy for a pivotal HCM program, ensuring compliance from Phase 3 through launch. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to build robust regulatory processes and...

San Francisco, CARemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $160K *

Drive impactful client relationships and optimize performance across multiple platforms. Lead teams in executing tailored strategies, ensuring campaign success while mentoring talent and managing vend...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$210K - $305K *

Lead the global CMC regulatory strategy for a pivotal HCM program, ensuring compliance from Phase 3 through launch and lifecycle management. Drive the development of CMC data packages and regulatory p...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $180K *

Champion innovative strategies by leading patent activities and IP counsel. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to protect and advance the company's intellectual property portfolio, driving busine...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$119K - $222K *

Shape the future of channel sales by driving reseller and distributor partnerships across the Americas, enhancing legal sales execution, and achieving ambitious targets through strategic collaboration...

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5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$170K - $200K *

Lead the charge in ensuring corporate governance and compliance excellence by overseeing SEC reporting, providing strategic legal counsel, and driving improvements in corporate practices to support bu...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$150K - $230K *

Transform your career by leading Commercial Markets Underwriting in the West. Drive profit and revenue goals while managing a diverse team. Collaborate with management to execute strategic plans and e...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $230K *

Join a team that's redefining Commercial Markets Underwriting in the West. Lead a dynamic group, drive profitability, and enhance industry strategies while fostering talent and collaboration across mu...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $230K *

Lead the charge in overseeing Commercial Markets Underwriting in the West region, driving profit and revenue objectives while managing a diverse team of underwriters. Collaborate effectively to implem...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$220K - $250K *

Join a team that's redefining legal excellence by leading commercial contract negotiations and privacy matters, collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive business success and ensure complianc...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$220K - $250K *

Lead the charge in commercial contract negotiations and privacy matters, collaborating with cross-functional teams to provide strategic legal guidance and support for a diverse range of technology-rel...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$100K - $120K *

Optimize community operations by leading a team to enhance resident satisfaction, drive financial performance, and ensure compliance. Foster an inclusive culture while executing strategic business pla...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing the lives of seniors by leading operations in a vibrant assisted living and memory care community. Drive excellence in resident care, financial performance, a...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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.