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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$160K - $190K *

Partner with us to provide strategic legal counsel in a dynamic, agile environment. Support our teams with commercial agreements and promote electrification efforts while fostering collaboration and e...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$160K - $190K *

Join a team that's redefining financial strategy by leading FP&A efforts, driving insights from SaaS metrics, and partnering with executives to shape business decisions and strategic initiatives...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Elevate your career by leading global procurement strategy for agencies and media. Define commercial structures, optimize media investments, and build relationships across marketing to drive value cre...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$129K - $190K *

Empower cross-functional teams by providing expert legal counsel on product development, privacy, and compliance in the ad-tech space. Collaborate closely with engineering, marketing, and product team...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $200K *

Empower compliance excellence by leading innovative programs for a global asset manager. Drive strategic initiatives, enhance regulatory frameworks, and collaborate with executive leadership to shape...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Join a dynamic team to shape compliance strategies for a leading alternative asset manager. Drive innovation with AI tools while ensuring regulatory adherence across multiple jurisdictions. This role...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Transform compliance strategies in a dynamic environment, leading a global team to ensure regulatory adherence across multiple jurisdictions while leveraging AI technology for efficiency and innovatio...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$180K - $220K *

Transform the Canadian commercial landscape by leading strategic initiatives that drive sustainable growth and enhance patient access to innovative brain health solutions. Collaborate across teams to...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Transform your career by leading payroll operations for a diverse workforce. Drive compliance, optimize systems, and enhance service excellence while collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensur...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $204K *

Drive operational excellence across multiple facilities by leading Support Services initiatives, ensuring high performance in Environmental Services, Food and Nutrition, and Facility Management while...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$160K - $190K *

Lead impactful communication strategies that elevate corporate messaging and investor relations. Collaborate with executives to enhance brand positioning and engage stakeholders effectively in a fast...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$227K - $310K *

Lead the charge in developing global IP strategies for small molecule programs, providing expert counsel to cross-functional teams, and influencing business strategies through deep patent expertise an...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$155K - $217K *

Join a dynamic team to negotiate and close high-profile commercial agreements, supporting various business units while driving growth in a leading SaaS company. Collaborate closely with sales and prod...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$155K - $217K *

Shape the future of commercial law by collaborating with teams to negotiate high-profile agreements, support product launches, and drive growth in a leading SaaS company. Engage with top-tier clients...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$300K - $380K *

Join our Knowledge Management team to lead and develop KM strategies, engage with practice groups, and drive innovative solutions that enhance legal services and support lawyers in delivering exceptio...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$300K - $380K *

Lead the charge in developing and executing Knowledge Management strategies, overseeing a team of KM professionals, and enhancing collaboration within practice groups to drive efficiency and innovatio...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$300K - $380K *

Lead the charge in developing and managing a high-performing Knowledge Management team, driving strategic initiatives and collaboration across practice groups to enhance legal services and insights fo...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$300K - $380K *

Empower the Knowledge Management team by leading strategic initiatives, enhancing collaboration with practice groups, and driving innovative solutions to optimize legal workflows and insights for impr...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$150K - $180K *

Unlock potential by leading strategic investments and transactions in energy infrastructure. Drive capital allocation, manage portfolios, and mentor junior team members while collaborating with execut...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$150K - $180K *

Drive your career with a senior leadership role overseeing investment strategies, transactions, and capital allocation. Collaborate with executives and mentor junior team members while managing acquis...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$235K - $317K *

Transform compliance and risk management by leading a dynamic GRC program. Drive strategy, build frameworks, and foster cross-functional partnerships to ensure robust governance and audit readiness as...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$235K - $317K *

Drive the strategy for a comprehensive GRC program, leading a team to align compliance and risk management with business goals while managing external relationships and evolving frameworks to support...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in owning and optimizing the financial operations and forecasting that drive success across the organization, breaking new ground through cross-functional partnerships and innovative F...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Transform global employment law practices by providing expert legal counsel, drafting contracts, and advising on labor issues. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure compliance and enhance operation...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in shaping strategic communications that enhance brand reputation, engage stakeholders, and support business objectives across multiple brands. Drive initiatives in public relations, e...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

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.