Explore Legal Analyst Jobs Paying $100K and More

Find Legal Analyst opportunities with employers seeking professionals to support legal research, contract review, regulatory compliance, and business decision-making. Ladders features vetted professional roles with salaries of $100,000 or more, helping experienced candidates discover high-paying legal analyst jobs across industries.

What Does a Legal Analyst Do?

Legal Analysts gather and interpret legal information to help organizations assess risks and make informed decisions. Depending on the role, responsibilities may include researching laws and regulations, reviewing contracts, preparing reports, supporting litigation, monitoring regulatory changes, and coordinating with attorneys and business teams.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly look for strong legal research, writing, analysis, and communication skills, along with attention to detail and sound judgment. Relevant experience may include contract management, compliance, corporate legal operations, litigation support, or work with specialized regulatory frameworks. Requirements vary: some positions seek a law degree or paralegal credentials, while others prioritize related education and practical experience.

Where Legal Analysts Work

Legal Analysts are employed by law firms, corporations, financial institutions, healthcare organizations, government contractors, and consulting firms. Specializations can include commercial contracts, privacy, employment law, securities, intellectual property, and regulatory affairs. Many roles partner closely with legal counsel, compliance teams, and operational leaders.

Find the Right Legal Analyst Opportunity

Browse current Legal Analyst openings on Ladders and compare roles by specialization, location, and employer. Review each listing for salary details, required qualifications, and responsibilities, then tailor your resume to highlight measurable accomplishments in legal research, risk analysis, compliance, or contract review.

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$120K - $150K *

Champion compliance and legal strategy as you lead our legal department, providing expert counsel on all aspects of university governance and operations. Collaborate with leaders and stakeholders to n...

4 weeks ago

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

$165K - $185K *

Transform legal operations by providing expert counsel on contracts, compliance, and litigation. Collaborate with university officials to shape policies and manage legal risks, ensuring adherence to l...

1 week ago

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

$97K *

Unlock potential by leveraging complex criminal justice data to drive impactful analyses, collaborate with diverse teams, and enhance tools that support informed decision-making within the criminal ju...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$115K - $145K *

Lead the charge in paid media analytics, connecting strategy and performance across integrated marketing programs. Collaborate with diverse teams to drive innovation and optimize campaign measurement...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$115K - $145K *

Transform client strategies by leading paid media analytics and measurement. Collaborate across teams to optimize campaigns, drive insights, and establish reporting frameworks that enhance performance...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enforcing communications regulations. As an attorney, you'll provide legal guidance on complex enforcement issues, conduct thorough research, and support decision-makin...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team in the Enforcement Bureau, where you'll provide legal expertise on complex enforcement issues, ensuring compliance with the Communications Act and FCC regulations across various in...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$90K - $120K *

Innovate financial forecasting and analysis by collaborating with executives. Drive strategic decisions through data interpretation and financial modeling while enhancing internal processes and mainta...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $100K *

Help us protect and advance civil liberties by litigating cases and engaging in advocacy, collaborating with diverse stakeholders, and mentoring junior staff within a mission-driven legal team committ...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$130K - $150K *

Join us to shape policy and advocacy efforts by analyzing legislative developments, supporting government relations, and collaborating with industry leaders to navigate the evolving regulatory landsca...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$86K - $155K *

Unlock potential by joining a dedicated team to support and enhance FINRA’s trade reporting operations, ensuring market integrity and investor protection through proactive analysis and collaboration w...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$83K - $148K *

Engage with our dynamic team to monitor trading operations and facilitate communications across FINRA's trading systems, ensuring market integrity and customer support through innovative analytical so...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$250K - $420K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of corporate finance by advising on capital market transactions, including IPOs and bond issuances. Leverage your expertise to drive impactful results in a dynami...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$96K - $121K *

Elevate your career by joining our Analytics team to drive data-driven projects, deliver actionable insights, and collaborate across functions. Contribute to a culture of informed decision-making whil...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$88K - $111K *

Support data-driven projects by executing analytics, collaborating with teams, and delivering insights. Utilize analytical tools to create reports and dashboards, ensuring compliance and quality contr...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $101K *

Unlock your potential as a key Analyst, driving data-driven projects and insights. Collaborate across teams to enhance reporting and analysis, ensuring compliance and quality control while developing...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Transform trade and economic security policy by leveraging analytical skills and stakeholder collaboration. Lead initiatives to develop impactful policies that address supply chain challenges and enha...

3 days ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Drive impactful trade and economic security policies by analyzing critical data, collaborating with stakeholders, and communicating strategic insights to enhance national competitiveness and supply ch...

3 days ago

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

$220K - $250K *

Help us design and implement AI-driven legal systems that transform complex workflows into structured, machine-readable formats for efficient execution and analysis...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$220K - $250K *

Unlock potential by re-engineering legal workflows to create AI-ready systems that translate expert legal insights into machine-executable formats, ensuring quality and efficiency in the delivery of l...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$220K - $250K *

Engage in transforming complex legal workflows into AI-executable systems, driving innovation in the legal sector through structured data design and automation, ensuring quality outcomes while collabo...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$61K - $129K *

Lead legal research and support for AUSAs, analyzing complex cases and drafting documents. Collaborate with attorneys to ensure compliance with laws and procedures while managing habeas corpus and imm...

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4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $200K *

Shape the future of nuclear policy by providing critical analysis and insights to senior leaders, enhancing decision-making on nuclear and conventional integration through comprehensive modeling and s...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Lead strategic legal initiatives in labor and employment, providing expert counsel to university stakeholders. Manage litigation, advise on compliance, and navigate complex workplace issues to support...

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

$150K - $200K *

Lead the charge in shaping legal education by overseeing academic affairs, faculty recruitment, and student operations. Collaborate with the Dean to foster a culture of assessment and ensure complianc...

1 week ago

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

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Legal Analyst do?question toggle

    A Legal Analyst researches laws and regulations, reviews legal documents, analyzes risk, and prepares information that supports attorneys and business teams. Duties vary by employer and specialty.

  • What qualifications are commonly required for Legal Analyst jobs?question toggle

    Requirements differ across roles. Employers may seek a bachelor’s degree, legal research or compliance experience, and strong writing and analytical skills. Some positions require a law degree, paralegal training, or expertise in a specific area of law.

  • How much do Legal Analyst jobs pay?question toggle

    Compensation varies by experience, location, industry, and responsibilities. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more; check individual listings for salary and compensation details.

  • Where can Legal Analysts find work?question toggle

    Legal Analysts work in corporate legal departments, law firms, financial services, healthcare, government contracting, and consulting, among other sectors.

  • How can I find high-paying Legal Analyst jobs?question toggle

    Search Legal Analyst listings on Ladders, then filter and compare opportunities by location, employer, and specialization. Tailor your application to show relevant legal research, contract, compliance, and analytical experience.