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.

Remote
caret down
Compensation
caret down
Position Level
caret down
Time Posted
caret down
Industries
caret down
Locations
caret down
More
1
caret down

$214K - $315K *

Unlock potential by managing a diverse docket of personal injury litigation, strategizing efficient processes, and collaborating with outside counsel to ensure effective legal solutions in a fast-pace...

2 weeks ago

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

$214K - $315K *

Champion innovative legal strategies in insurance litigation, managing a diverse docket of personal injury cases while collaborating with outside counsel to ensure effective resolution and compliance...

2 weeks ago

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

$183K - $270K *

Lead the charge in ensuring compliance with corporate securities laws and regulations. Oversee public disclosures, manage equity programs, support governance practices, and collaborate across teams to...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$110K - $140K *

Drive impactful fundraising initiatives by managing corporate and foundation relationships. Collaborate with diverse teams to cultivate prospects, execute strategies, and achieve performance goals tha...

5 days ago

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

$230K - $275K *

Unlock strategic accounting excellence by leading technical accounting functions, guiding complex transactions, and ensuring compliance with U.S. GAAP. Collaborate with executive management and cross...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$120K - $145K *

Empower IP teams by enhancing their use of innovative legal technology, fostering strong client relationships, and driving product adoption across diverse practice areas, ensuring they maximize effici...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$200K - $260K *

Transform portfolio operations by leading M&A integrations, driving cost and revenue synergies, and executing value creation initiatives across multiple functional areas and countries, ensuring alignm...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Accelerate regional commercialization of innovative cell therapies by leading strategic initiatives, enhancing customer engagement, and ensuring optimal patient access while collaborating cross-functi...

Florida, NYRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $180K *

Join us to lead the regional commercialization strategy for a groundbreaking cell therapy. Drive customer engagement, enhance patient access, and collaborate cross-functionally to maximize product ado...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$125K - $150K *

Drive strategic leadership in Quality Control to enhance compliance and operational efficiency. Spearhead innovative lab solutions, digital transformation, and cross-functional collaboration to suppor...

1 month ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$130K - $160K *

Lead the accounting function, overseeing a team to ensure timely month-end closes, payroll accuracy, and compliance. Build systems and processes to support growth while fostering team development and...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$140K - $190K *

Take ownership of financial planning and analysis initiatives, driving performance analytics and providing actionable insights through data integrity and proactive reporting. Elevate business intellig...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$140K - $200K *

Transform decision-making by leading financial planning and analytics efforts. Oversee reporting, data governance, and deliver actionable insights for stakeholders to drive performance, profitability...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$147K - $200K *

Unlock potential by leading financial planning and analysis initiatives, overseeing reporting and forecasting, and driving data-driven insights to enhance pricing, profitability, and growth across pra...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$180K - $200K *

Shape the future of Health & Safety across North and South America by leading a regional team, implementing global strategies, and ensuring compliance with regulations while fostering a strong safety...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$180K - $200K *

Lead the charge in regional Health & Safety governance across North & South America. Drive compliance, enhance safety culture, and manage a dedicated team to ensure operational excellence and risk mit...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$140K - $200K *

Lead the charge in transforming financial insights into strategic action, overseeing planning and performance analytics to enhance profitability and growth. Drive data integrity and empower decision-m...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$125K - $150K *

Champion growth by optimizing payer partnerships and driving strategic initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance contract performance and ensure operational excellence, while fos...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Unlock potential by driving new business growth through strategic sales initiatives, engaging with executive stakeholders, and designing tailored logistics solutions that align with client supply chai...

Mississauga, ONIn-Person

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$205K - $275K *

Lead the charge in shaping a dynamic HR strategy that fosters talent, drives engagement, and ensures compliance. Collaborate with senior leaders to enhance employee experience and culture while managi...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$160K - $190K *

Unlock potential by leading integrated commerce media strategies for enterprise clients. Collaborate across teams to connect brand priorities with performance-driven commerce plans, ensuring impactful...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$130K - $170K *

Empower your career by leading media planning and client management. Drive strategic excellence, mentor teams, and enhance client relationships while navigating industry challenges and innovations to...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$130K - $170K *

Lead strategic media planning and execution, fostering client relationships and team development. Drive innovative solutions while ensuring quality and efficiency in media strategies, leveraging data...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$130K - $170K *

Drive strategic media planning and client relationships while leading a talented team. Oversee execution and innovation in media strategies, ensuring alignment with client goals and industry trends to...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$130K - $170K *

Empower clients by leading innovative media strategies, ensuring seamless execution and fostering strong relationships. Drive team excellence through mentorship while navigating industry challenges an...

1 week 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.