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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$70K - $105K *

Engage in strategic healthcare analytics to enhance operations, improve reimbursement processes, and drive data-driven insights. Collaborate cross-functionally to optimize quality and financial perfor...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $110K *

Join a team that's redefining legal data analysis by leveraging your JD expertise. Collaborate with engineers and analysts to enhance product quality and innovate solutions, ensuring our legal insight...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$55K - $125K *

Engage in impactful research and analysis to support USTDA's initiatives in Europe and Eurasia, contributing to program evaluation and administrative functions while thriving in a dynamic, fast-paced...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to provide legal counsel on research, technology, and privacy matters. Collaborate with university leaders to ensure compliance and protect institutional interests while navigating...

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

$133K - $213K *

Empower your career by directing legal services for city governance, ensuring compliance and efficiency across departments while managing a team of legal professionals to address diverse municipal cha...

2 days ago

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

$365K - $420K *

Lead a dynamic team in navigating complex capital markets and public company matters. Manage sophisticated transactions, mentor junior associates, and provide strategic counsel to clients while ensuri...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$365K - $420K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of capital markets and public company matters. As a senior associate, you'll manage complex transactions, mentor junior associates, and provide strategic counsel...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$140K - $160K *

Serve as a strategic leader driving quantitative research and insights for advocacy clients. Collaborate closely with data scientists to identify key opportunities, delivering actionable recommendatio...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$140K - $160K *

Lead quantitative research initiatives to provide data-driven insights for clients, leveraging analytics expertise and communications skills to foster strategic partnerships and influence decisions wi...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Champion policy advocacy for housing, transportation, and broadband. Engage with lawmakers and stakeholders to elevate the needs of older Americans, driving impactful legislative change based on commu...

3 weeks ago

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

$90K - $110K *

Accelerate progress at the intersection of finance and technology by developing and maintaining robust data frameworks for financial systems, ensuring accuracy and reliability in reporting and integra...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$200K - $250K *

Lead the charge in enhancing our U.S. pro bono program, focusing on California. Collaborate with diverse partners to create impactful opportunities for attorneys while delivering significant benefits...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$200K - $250K *

Lead the charge in enhancing a dynamic pro bono program focused on California, collaborating with legal and community partners to create impactful opportunities and ensuring effective delivery of lega...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$200K - $250K *

Drive the firm's pro bono program in California by building strategic partnerships, engaging attorneys, and addressing community legal needs. Enhance access to justice through impactful initiatives an...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$200K - $250K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing pro bono efforts in California. Lead strategic initiatives that foster collaboration with clients and community partners while delivering impactful legal serv...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$200K - $250K *

Engage in leading the U.S. pro bono program with a focus on California, developing impactful partnerships and opportunities while collaborating with attorneys, clients, and community organizations to...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$200K - $250K *

Lead and enhance our U.S. pro bono program, focusing on California. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to create impactful opportunities while driving meaningful engagement and effective delivery o...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$73K - $98K *

Optimize legal operations by managing technology tools, vendor relationships, and data analysis. Support risk mitigation and project management to enhance efficiency and collaboration across departmen...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$157K - $239K *

Champion legal excellence by providing strategic support to banking and investment teams. Advise on compliance, risk management, and pre-litigation matters while ensuring adherence to regulations and...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$160K - $200K *

Lead strategic legal initiatives as the main advisor to executives, ensuring legal compliance, risk management, and oversight of transactions within a growing finance organization. Drive institutional...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$85K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team supporting strategic fundraising and client service initiatives, where you will collaborate across departments, manage investor data, and enhance processes to drive exceptional cli...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$350K - $450K *

Elevate the research franchise by setting strategic direction, leading a large team, and driving growth through innovation, accountability, and collaboration to meet evolving investor needs and market...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $85K *

Drive business performance through financial analysis and strategic insights. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to evaluate profitability, support budgeting, and identify opportunities for reven...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$135K - $236K *

Manage and negotiate complex contracts with healthcare providers, collaborating with legal teams to deliver exceptional service. Foster relationships and provide strategic guidance to business units w...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$185K - $195K *

Lead the charge in overseeing complex insurance coverage litigation, managing multiple cases from intake to settlement. Develop strategies, provide legal advice, and assist in business development eff...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

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.