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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$156K - $260K *

Champion strategic legal support for complex commercial transactions, guiding negotiations and agreements while collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive business objectives and manage multip...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$156K - $260K *

Unlock strategic opportunities as you provide expert legal counsel on complex commercial transactions, guiding venture investments and collaborations while managing multiple priorities in a dynamic en...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$204K - $246K *

Lead the charge in fostering a culture of ethics and compliance within the Neurology business, providing strategic guidance and support to cross-functional teams while ensuring adherence to regulatory...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$204K - $246K *

Join a team that's dedicated to fostering a culture of ethics and compliance in the Neurology sector. Collaborate with cross-functional partners to integrate compliance into business strategies and en...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $150K *

Drive growth by building strategic partnerships and closing new business opportunities. Utilize a consultative approach to address client needs with innovative out-of-home solutions, while managing yo...

United StatesRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$100K - $120K *

Champion operational excellence by transforming vision into actionable strategies. Collaborate with leadership to enhance performance, drive growth, and maintain a positive culture while ensuring acco...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$211K - $338K *

Transform partner experiences by leading strategy and execution for autonomy, enhancing self-sufficiency, and optimizing processes. Drive measurable improvements in partner satisfaction and operationa...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Empower your legal career by partnering with executives to navigate complex lending operations, structuring loan modifications, and leading compliance efforts. Contribute significantly to a dynamic le...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $105K *

Drive operational excellence by implementing standards across kiosk and facility operations, ensuring financial performance and customer satisfaction while leading a team of Area Managers nationwide...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$91K - $146K *

Unlock potential by managing trademark portfolios, assisting attorneys with filings, and conducting due diligence. Collaborate in a dynamic environment, ensuring compliance and timely updates while su...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$250K - $330K *

Analyze corporate governance and sustainability strategies, guiding clients through complex communications and shareholder engagement. Collaborate with executives to develop compelling narratives and...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in shaping U.S. marketing and communications strategy, driving brand relevance and consumer engagement while optimizing business growth through integrated planning and cross-functional...

3 weeks ago

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

$125K - $150K *

Lead the charge in establishing a robust legal framework for North America. As a senior legal voice, you'll negotiate contracts, manage legal strategy, and build an AI-enabled legal function, driving...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring revenue integrity and compliance across healthcare operations. Drive strategic initiatives, enhance revenue cycle practices, and foster a culture of accountabi...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of healthcare revenue integrity by ensuring compliance and optimizing revenue capture through strategic oversight and collaboration across departments, fostering a culture of accounta...

Los Angeles, CARemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$160K - $190K *

Transform regulatory affairs by leading strategic initiatives in advertising, promotion, and labelling for global products. Drive compliance and innovation while collaborating with cross-functional te...

New Jersey, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Champion compliance and legal excellence by managing commercial contracts, advising on data privacy, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to navigate regulatory challenges in mobile advertisi...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$150K - $250K *

Join a team that's redefining data management by leading innovative strategies and fostering collaboration across departments to enhance digital media analytics and governance, ensuring data integrity...

Today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Media

$68K - $98K *

Lead the charge in elevating agency visibility through strategic marketing initiatives, enhancing reputation across advertising, sports, and entertainment sectors while collaborating with senior leade...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$135K - $160K *

Partner with us to manage complex commercial contracts, providing strategic legal counsel across various business units. Drive process improvements and support enterprise growth through effective coll...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$205K - $250K *

Unlock potential by leading daily operations for a dynamic law firm, overseeing a diverse team while enhancing service delivery and fostering a culture of excellence. Drive strategic initiatives and m...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$100K - $500K *

Optimize legal operations by building efficient workflows and tools that empower a lean legal team to function at scale, ensuring attorneys focus on critical judgment calls while driving process impro...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $500K *

Join us to build and optimize legal operations that empower a lean team to function at scale. You'll enhance workflows, manage tools, and drive efficiency, ensuring our legal team can focus on strateg...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $500K *

Unlock potential by leading legal operations to enhance efficiency and scalability. Drive the modernization of tools and workflows, enabling a lean legal team to operate effectively while supporting c...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $500K *

Transform legal operations by building efficient workflows and tools that empower a lean legal team to excel in commercial agreements, data management, and vendor oversight, driving success in a fast...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information 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.