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 *

Lead the charge in expanding client relationships and driving revenue growth within the legal services sector. This role requires strategic territory management and a consultative sales approach to es...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$110K - $130K *

Transform client relationships and drive revenue growth by executing strategic business development initiatives within the legal services sector, focusing on expanding market presence and fostering pa...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$110K - $130K *

Grow your career with a dynamic role focused on expanding client relationships and driving new business in the legal services sector. Leverage your consultative sales skills to achieve sales objective...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$208K - $249K *

Transform the legal operations landscape by leading budgeting, forecasting, and strategic initiatives. Collaborate with senior executives to enhance departmental effectiveness and drive key priorities...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$136K - $184K *

Champion the vision and strategy for a key contract management platform, guiding its development and user experience while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance efficiency and satisfact...

3 days ago

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

$228K - $252K *

Partner with us to lead GMP quality assurance for CMC programs, ensuring compliance and inspection readiness while mentoring a high-performing QA team in a dynamic clinical-stage environment...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$168K - $285K *

Shape the future of financial strategy by leading R&D finance, partnering with executives to drive investment decisions, optimize spending, and enhance forecasting accuracy in a dynamic, AI-driven env...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $135K *

Transform product areas by driving strategy, execution, and customer insights. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver AI-powered solutions that enhance user experiences and meet business g...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $110K *

Support attorneys by delivering high-level patent administrative assistance, managing client communications, and ensuring timely filing of patent applications and documents. Collaborate effectively wi...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$150K - $180K *

Accelerate growth at a leading compliance consulting practice by guiding financial firms through complex regulatory landscapes, fostering client relationships, and mentoring teams to deliver exception...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $159K *

Lead the negotiation and management of complex clinical trial agreements, ensuring compliance with institutional policies. Collaborate with stakeholders to streamline processes and provide guidance on...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$170K - $200K *

Transform compliance consulting by leading strategic guidance for financial firms. Drive client relationships, mentor teams, and shape growth in a dynamic environment while ensuring adherence to regul...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in delivering expert compliance guidance to financial firms. Drive strategic growth, mentor teams, and cultivate client relationships while navigating complex regulatory landscapes and...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$140K - $160K *

Join a team that's driving marketing initiatives to enhance client engagement and profitability in a dynamic legal environment, leveraging strong analytical skills to support litigation practices and...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$140K - $160K *

Engage in strategic marketing initiatives within a fast-paced legal environment. Collaborate with practice teams to enhance client opportunities, manage proposals, and support events, all while drivin...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$140K - $160K *

Join to support marketing initiatives for legal practice teams, managing proposals and client events to enhance reputation and profitability while leveraging strong market knowledge and collaboration...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$75K - $90K *

Join a team that's dedicated to effective information governance and management. This role involves coordinating file management, data access requests, and ensuring compliance with best practices whil...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$150K - $180K *

Elevate your career by leading compliance consulting for financial firms. Drive strategic growth, mentor teams, and build key client relationships while navigating complex regulatory landscapes and en...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $180K *

Champion compliance excellence by leading strategic guidance for financial firms. Drive client relationships, mentor teams, and shape the growth of our consulting practice while ensuring adherence to...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $180K *

Transform compliance consulting by leading strategic guidance for financial firms. Drive client relationships, mentor teams, and shape growth in a dynamic environment while ensuring adherence to regul...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$270K - $330K *

Drive compliance and regulatory strategies for financial services, ensuring adherence to laws while managing legal risks. Lead cross-functional initiatives and provide expert guidance to stakeholders...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$140K *

Join a team that's shaping impactful digital strategies for advocacy campaigns. Lead and mentor a high-performing team while providing strategic counsel to clients and driving business growth through...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$175K - $200K *

Shape operational excellence and team culture at a rapidly scaling organization. Lead HR, align talent acquisition, and drive cross-functional collaboration across our global offices to ensure sustain...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $215K *

Unlock potential by leading media operations to enhance team processes and workflows. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions and drive campaign success while managing...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$140K - $170K *

Pioneer strategic partnerships within the pharmaceutical sector, leveraging expertise in programmatic trading and client engagement to deliver exceptional value and drive revenue growth through collab...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 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.