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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$150K - $212K *

Lead and optimize Legal Operations, driving strategy, technology, and analytics for a global legal team. Collaborate across departments to enhance efficiency, implement AI solutions, and manage vendor...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$92K - $124K *

Partner with us to enhance legal operations and implement eDiscovery processes. You'll lead customer data privacy initiatives, improving cross-functional collaboration and response strategies for comp...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $216K *

Lead the strategy and optimization of the Enterprise Legal Management platform. Collaborate across teams to enhance legal operations, drive user adoption, and ensure technology solutions align with bu...

Bloomfield, CTRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $216K *

Lead the strategy and governance of the Enterprise Legal Management platform, partnering with cross-functional teams to optimize legal processes, enhance technology solutions, and drive user adoption...

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$198K - $297K *

Drive comprehensive intellectual property strategies, manage global portfolios, and support cross-functional teams in a dynamic biotech environment. Collaborate on strategic transactions and ensure ro...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$190K - $270K *

Shape the future of legal strategy by building and leading a comprehensive legal function for a pioneering AI-native insurance carrier, advising executives on regulatory compliance, corporate governan...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$190K - $270K *

Join a team that's building a comprehensive legal function for an AI-native P&C carrier. As the senior legal advisor, you'll guide executive leadership on regulatory strategy, compliance, and corporat...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$190K - $270K *

Shape the future of legal strategy in a dynamic insurance environment. Lead the establishment of a comprehensive legal function, advising executives on regulatory compliance, corporate governance, and...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in delivering comprehensive legal services, advising senior leadership on governance, compliance, and Indigenous rights while ensuring organizational alignment with strategic goals and...

Inuvik, NTIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$180K - $220K *

Transform the Legal Operations function by driving strategic initiatives, enhancing efficiency, and overseeing daily operations. Collaborate with leadership to manage budgets, technology, and vendor r...

Yesterday

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$166K - $200K *

Transform R&D legal support by providing strategic counsel on clinical development, data privacy, and risk management. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline processes and ensure compli...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$179K - $250K *

Collaborate to shape strategic legal and business frameworks for creator partnerships, production, and technology initiatives, driving innovative deal structures in a dynamic media landscape...

Reposted today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$168K - $285K *

Shape the future of corporate governance and securities law by leading public company reporting and compliance initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to provide strategic legal guidance...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $150K *

Join a team that's driving efficiency in procurement and corporate governance. In this hybrid role, you'll manage vendor agreements, support SaaS sales, and ensure compliance, collaborating across dep...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Inspire and lead our communications strategy, shaping narratives in law and tech. Collaborate with executives to enhance brand authority and media presence, driving impactful PR initiatives and though...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$170K - $220K *

Drive enterprise privacy and data governance initiatives, ensuring compliance and risk management while providing strategic legal counsel on privacy matters. Lead a high-performing team to embed priva...

Brampton, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$160K - $200K *

Lead the charge in shaping Stedi's litigation strategy, driving affirmative disputes and regulatory actions to protect and expand our operational freedom in the healthcare sector. Collaborate with lea...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Lead the organization in fiscal, operational, and program development areas, ensuring effective management and community relations while fostering a positive environment for staff and residents...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$82K - $109K *

Transform executive support by managing calendars, travel, and projects while ensuring efficient communication and organization. Leverage your expertise to handle confidential information and deliver...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$210K - $340K *

Lead the compliance and reporting strategy for a dynamic public company, ensuring SEC filings are accurate and timely. Collaborate cross-functionally to guide governance standards and navigate regulat...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $200K *

Unlock potential by leading legal strategy and compliance initiatives, advising executives on corporate governance, contract negotiations, and risk management. Drive ethical business practices while m...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $180K *

Accelerate growth at a leading legal tech company by advising on commercial contracts. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to manage risk and drive deal efficiency, while developing templates and...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$200K - $240K *

Pioneer the future of legal talent management by leading recruitment and development for IP professionals. Oversee onboarding, retention, and associate satisfaction while collaborating with stakeholde...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$200K - $240K *

Lead the charge in legal talent recruitment and development for IP practice groups, managing the full lifecycle of hiring, onboarding, and retention of associates and patent professionals while foster...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$200K - $240K *

Lead the recruitment and development of legal talent in IP practices. Oversee onboarding, integration, and retention strategies for associates and patent professionals, ensuring alignment with firm go...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

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.