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.

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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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$155K - $180K *

Join a team that's dedicated to providing comprehensive legal support across employment, commercial, and compliance matters. Collaborate with internal teams and clients while developing expertise in a...

New Jersey, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $180K *

Champion operational excellence in AI server repair, leading strategic initiatives, driving continuous improvement, and ensuring compliance while managing P&L and fostering cross-functional collaborat...

6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Join us to lead the accounting function, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in financial reporting, consolidation, and compliance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance processes and suppor...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Pioneer a transformative approach to donation conversations, leading teams to enhance family engagement and authorization practices. Drive operational excellence while ensuring compassionate support f...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Elevate your career by leading a global Indirect Procurement team, driving strategic sourcing initiatives, and optimizing enterprise spend while fostering innovation and accountability across a comple...

3 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Staffing

$150K - $275K *

Lead the charge in transforming data capture processes into scalable, platform-native capabilities. Collaborate with teams to define product roadmaps and deliver innovative solutions that enhance oper...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $180K *

Shape the future of airline technology by leading complex legal transactions, providing strategic advice, and managing legal risks. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to negotiate and structure a...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K *

Lead the charge in executing innovative digital strategies for advocacy campaigns, managing client relationships, and mentoring junior staff to drive impactful results in a fast-paced environment...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$220K - $250K *

Help us design and implement AI-driven legal systems that transform complex workflows into structured, machine-readable formats for efficient execution and analysis...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$220K - $250K *

Unlock potential by re-engineering legal workflows to create AI-ready systems that translate expert legal insights into machine-executable formats, ensuring quality and efficiency in the delivery of l...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$220K - $250K *

Engage in transforming complex legal workflows into AI-executable systems, driving innovation in the legal sector through structured data design and automation, ensuring quality outcomes while collabo...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$258K - $322K *

Join a team that's redefining revenue operations by leading strategic initiatives, optimizing performance, and managing a dynamic team to drive growth and efficiency across sales and partnerships. Mak...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$228K - $285K *

Transform your career by leading revenue operations, driving strategy, and enhancing performance across sales teams. Manage a dynamic team while collaborating with executives to optimize processes and...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$162K - $203K *

Elevate program management excellence by leading a global PMO, driving complex initiatives, establishing governance, and fostering cross-functional collaboration to achieve measurable outcomes and enh...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Media

$120K - $155K *

Innovate with us in a fast-paced, high-volume legal environment. Lead as a contracting attorney overseeing critical agreements and building scalable processes to support strategic growth while collabo...

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$200K - $240K *

Unlock your potential in a dynamic role leading legal strategy and collaboration across departments. Serve as a trusted advisor, balancing legal safeguards with business growth while managing internal...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Lead and expand strategic client relationships, driving satisfaction and revenue growth. Collaborate cross-functionally to deliver high-impact solutions and manage large-scale initiatives while ensuri...

Maryland, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$170K - $210K *

Join a team that's redefining accounting leadership by overseeing core operations, ensuring compliance, and driving financial insights. Collaborate with executives to enhance processes and develop a h...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$170K - $210K *

Join a team that's shaping financial strategy as a hands-on leader in accounting. Drive accurate reporting, enhance internal controls, and mentor a high-performing team while collaborating closely wit...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Drive the enhancement of Compliance Monitoring and Testing programs, ensuring regulatory alignment and effective risk management. Collaborate with stakeholders to improve operational efficiency and su...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$140K - $205K *

Empower your career by leading our intellectual property strategy. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to protect and leverage innovations while supporting general corporate legal functions in a d...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $180K *

Shape the future of global benefits and wellbeing programs. Lead strategy and execution across US, EMEA, and APAC regions, ensuring compliance and alignment with Total Rewards philosophy while fosteri...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Empower your career with a dynamic legal role focused on commercial transactions. Collaborate with diverse teams to negotiate complex contracts, provide strategic counsel, and support business growth...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$220K - $265K *

Lead legal strategy for digital platforms, advising on product, advertising, and technology matters. Collaborate with senior executives to negotiate complex agreements and manage legal risks in a dyna...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$220K - $265K *

Champion innovative legal strategies for product, advertising, and technology initiatives in the fast-paced media industry. Collaborate with senior leaders and drive complex negotiations to support ne...

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

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.