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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$100K - $130K *

Lead the charge in advancing evidence-based criminal justice policies. Collaborate with stakeholders to identify and develop impactful grant opportunities, manage investments, and drive strategic init...

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

$100K - $130K *

Join our team to shape the future of criminal justice policy through innovative research and advocacy. Collaborate with stakeholders to drive impactful change and enhance public safety while managing...

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$81K *

Lead the charge in providing comprehensive legal consultations on immigration matters, focusing on naturalization and family-based applications, while overseeing staff and conducting community worksho...

3 weeks ago

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

$76K - $200K *

Drive the eLitigation program by advising teams on electronic discovery, developing policies, and providing training on litigation technology. Collaborate with various stakeholders to ensure defensibl...

Yesterday

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

$76K - $200K *

Elevate your career by overseeing eLitigation operations, advising teams on electronic discovery, and developing policies. This role focuses on enhancing litigation processes and training staff, ensur...

Yesterday

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

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in transforming our tax practice by driving strategic growth, enhancing client relationships, and mentoring teams to deliver exceptional value and compliance in a dynamic environment...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$88K - $141K *

Empower financial strategies by analyzing interest rate and liquidity risks. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance capital planning and reporting processes while ensuring compliance with regulation...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$160K - $180K *

Drive your career with a dynamic role in enterprise security compliance, overseeing audits and assessments to enhance security posture while collaborating with stakeholders and managing vendor relatio...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$160K - $180K *

Champion enterprise security compliance by managing audits, coordinating client reviews, and ensuring adherence to security standards while maintaining strong relationships with third-party audit serv...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$74K - $90K *

Launch your legal career by managing a diverse caseload in juvenile law, representing the interests of children and families while collaborating with local services and court partners to ensure fair o...

3 weeks ago

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

$185K - $295K *

Champion corporate governance initiatives by supporting board activities, managing compliance, and ensuring regulatory adherence for public companies and banking entities. Drive strategic governance p...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$16K - $325K *

Elevate your legal career by supporting complex litigation matters. Collaborate with senior attorneys, gain hands-on experience, and contribute to strategic legal advice while representing clients in...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$125K - $150K *

Champion legal excellence by providing strategic counsel on complex construction matters, ensuring compliance and risk mitigation across regional operations in Nevada and Texas while collaborating wit...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$109K - $131K *

Join a leading academic institution as a Tier 1 Canada Research Chair, focusing on law and urban governance. Drive impactful research addressing urban challenges, collaborate with diverse stakeholders...

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Yesterday

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

$120K - $145K *

Unlock potential by spearheading innovative strategies in cyber acquisition and program management. Drive success in command-wide programs while enhancing overall operational effectiveness within the...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$154K - $196K *

Unlock potential by leading strategic government programs, managing P&L, and driving operational excellence. Oversee contract delivery, mentor staff, and foster client relationships to ensure growth a...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$210K - $250K *

Champion a transformative legal function that supports rapid growth across multiple regulated business lines. Collaborate with C-suite leaders to shape strategy, manage risk, and drive compliance whil...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$255K - $474K *

Lead AI revenue growth by driving strategy and execution across sales, partnerships, and customer success. Build and manage a high-performing team to enhance AI adoption and market share in the legal...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic legal team to support a fast-paced FinTech business by managing commercial contracts, mitigating risks, and collaborating with sales and marketing to drive revenue-generating transactio...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Lead the legal strategy and operations for a dynamic healthcare organization. Provide expert guidance on business, employment, and regulatory matters while collaborating with executives and outside co...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$140K - $160K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing cost strategies for Department of Warfare initiatives. You'll lead analyses, support critical decision-making, and collaborate with diverse stakeholders to d...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$158K - $238K *

Redefine your impact by partnering across all business units and managing day-to-day legal matters. Drive compliance initiatives, support the General Counsel, and lead legal operations within a dynami...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $180K *

Empower growth by leading legal strategy and compliance for innovative, connected products and ensuring alignment with privacy regulations, market expansion, and commercial agreements in a dynamic env...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$96K - $117K *

The Crime and Intelligence Analyst is responsible for analyzing and validating crime and intelligence data to develop predictive and descriptive reports for law enforcement use. This role involves ass...

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Advance your career by supporting conflict resolution in a dynamic legal environment. Collaborate with attorneys to analyze and resolve conflicts of interest, ensuring compliance and professionalism i...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

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.