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.
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.
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.
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.
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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Shape governance strategies by analyzing complex issues, collaborating with stakeholders, and providing actionable solutions to enhance local union operations and compliance with labor laws, ensuring...
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Shape the future of governance by analyzing complex issues, collaborating with local unions, and providing strategic support to enhance organizational effectiveness and member engagement across variou...
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Senior Regulatory Compliance Analyst
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Champion compliance excellence by monitoring insurance regulations, assessing impacts, and guiding teams in personal and commercial auto insurance. Collaborate across functions to ensure adherence to...
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Lead Governance Risk & Compliance Analyst
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Champion the organization's GRC initiatives by leading risk assessments, ensuring compliance, and mentoring analysts. Drive policy development and enhance security governance while collaborating acros...
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Empower your career by supporting strategic client profitability analysis and transaction governance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance capital optimization and reporting, driving inf...
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Analyst, Client Strategy & Profitability
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Empower your career by supporting client profitability analysis and strategic reporting in Corporate & Investment Banking. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance decision-making and optimi...
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Engage in impactful litigation as a Staff Attorney, defending product liability cases. Collaborate with a dynamic team in a hybrid work environment, contributing to diverse industries and enhancing yo...
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Drive your career with a dynamic team focused on product liability litigation. Join a growing office that values collaboration and offers hybrid work options, providing a unique opportunity to enhance...
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Project Attorney, Transactions
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Join a team that's transforming legal transactions with cutting-edge technology. As a Project Attorney, you will lead projects, leverage machine learning tools, and collaborate to drive innovative out...
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Lead proactive case management and litigation efforts in civil matters. Enhance strategy and client relations through effective research, drafting, and collaboration, supporting both state and federal...
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Associate General Counsel, Global Risk and Corporate Compliance
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Join a team that's shaping global legal strategies across diverse sectors. As a key member of the Legal, Risk, and Compliance team, you'll tackle complex legal challenges, ensuring compliance and gove...
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Empower legal strategy in cybersecurity, data privacy, and IP for banking. Collaborate with stakeholders to navigate regulatory landscapes and drive digital innovation while managing legal risks acros...
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Drive human capital strategy and operational HR support for a dynamic Law School. Lead recruitment, employee relations, and talent management while collaborating with managers to align HR practices wi...
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Lead the charge in human capital strategy and operational HR support, ensuring alignment with the Law School's mission. Oversee recruitment, employee relations, and talent management while fostering a...
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Champion client representation in wage-and-hour litigation. Collaborate with senior attorneys to conduct research, draft legal documents, and prepare for court appearances, ensuring strong outcomes fo...
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Information Governance Risk & Compliance Attorney
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Lead the charge in safeguarding client data by implementing strategic workflows for attorney transitions, leveraging eDiscovery tools, and maintaining client privileges while managing departmental pro...
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Information Governance Risk & Compliance Attorney
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Empower attorney transitions by leveraging eDiscovery tools to protect client data and firm interests while ensuring efficient workflows and documentation throughout the transfer process. Join a team...
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Information Governance Risk & Compliance Attorney
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Engage your legal expertise to protect client privileges and firm data. Leverage advanced eDiscovery tools while managing attorney transitions and enhancing workflows. Join a collaborative team focuse...
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Associate Sales Specialist-Local Government Risk
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Transform local government sales by proactively building relationships, generating pipeline, and driving revenue through innovative cloud solutions. Collaborate with a world-class sales team to exceed...
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Information Governance Risk & Compliance Attorney
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What does a Legal Analyst do?
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?
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?
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?
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?
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.