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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$147K *

Lead the charge in managing a dynamic production team to optimize resources, enhance operational efficiency, and ensure compliance across campaigns while delivering exceptional results aligned with st...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$210K - $331K *

Transform intellectual property litigation strategies, manage outside counsel, and provide expert legal guidance to senior leadership. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment with...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $160K *

Join a dynamic team providing essential legal support for diverse business areas, ensuring compliance and delivering impactful results through collaboration and critical thinking in a fast-paced regul...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$172K - $257K *

Join a team that's pivotal in shaping supplier strategies and driving business objectives. Leverage your legal expertise to foster partnerships, mitigate risks, and ensure compliance across the supply...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $145K *

Engage in strategic individual giving initiatives to cultivate major gifts, run impactful campaigns, and enhance donor relationships. Collaborate with teams to drive fundraising success and embody org...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$150K - $180K *

Transform the accounting landscape by leading a dynamic team, ensuring operational excellence and compliance while driving strategic financial initiatives across multiple revenue-generating entities...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$158K - $190K *

Serve as the finance lead for Product & Engineering, driving budget planning and analysis. Collaborate with senior leaders to enhance operational excellence in financial management, supporting informe...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$180K - $210K *

Transform business development strategies for the Litigation, Arbitration, and Investigations practice, driving growth through client engagement, data insights, and cross-selling opportunities while a...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$90K - $115K *

Lead the charge in delivering innovative, integrated campaigns for a globally recognized brand. Collaborate with creative and strategy teams to drive exceptional work while building strong client rela...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's driving digital transformation in healthcare. As a senior leader, you'll oversee complex digital initiatives, align stakeholders, and enhance customer experiences while managing mul...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$85K - $115K *

Elevate your career by leading our legal support teams, driving performance and growth across multiple offices. Collaborate with diverse professionals to enhance billing processes and ensure complianc...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$150K - $180K *

Drive innovative marketing strategies to elevate the legal industry, enhancing thought leadership and go-to-market execution. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to position the company as a trust...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$170K - $303K *

Drive innovative product development programs through effective leadership and strategic management, overseeing all phases from conception to market launch while ensuring cross-functional collaboratio...

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$180K - $230K *

Shape strategic legal frameworks by leading complex technology transactions. Collaborate with senior leadership to drive high-value deals, ensuring effective risk management and execution in a fast-pa...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $155K *

Lead and optimize studio production teams to enhance efficiency, manage resources, and ensure high-quality delivery of dubbing and audio localization projects while fostering collaboration across depa...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$150K - $180K *

Champion the development of innovative legal tech products by leading a team, overseeing AI testing, and enhancing document insights. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive efficiency and en...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Manage a regulatory team to ensure compliance with FDA and Health Canada standards. Drive regulatory strategy for product innovation and oversee compliance assessments, while collaborating with cross...

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$90K - $215K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of Finance Operations, leading complex media-finance workflows. Drive service delivery, governance, and continuous improvement while collaborating with cross-funct...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$210K - $250K *

Pioneer transformative client solutions and drive business growth as a senior leader. Manage diverse portfolios, foster strategic partnerships, and nurture team talent to deliver exceptional outcomes...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$204K - $245K *

Reimagine your legal career by providing strategic guidance in a dynamic environment. Lead complex contract negotiations and manage compliance across diverse business units, ensuring legal integrity a...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$187K - $224K *

Champion comprehensive legal guidance across business units, managing complex contracts and regulatory issues. Collaborate with senior management to ensure compliance and mitigate risks in a fast-pace...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$136K - $199K *

Lead the charge in managing coverage and bad faith litigation nationwide. Provide expert legal counsel to the Claims Department, resolve complex claim-related issues, and train personnel on policy dev...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$219K - $253K *

Shape the future of commercialization by leading legal support for contracts. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to draft, negotiate, and manage agreements while ensuring compliance and mitigatin...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's redefining aerospace innovation by building a robust legal framework. As the first legal hire, shape legal strategies, drive complex transactions, and partner with leadership to nav...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $180K *

Reimagine the future of aerospace by leading legal strategy in a dynamic role. Collaborate with executives to structure innovative agreements and ensure compliance while shaping the foundation of lega...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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.