Find your next opportunity in the legal field with Ladders. Explore vetted jobs with salaries of $100,000 or more, from attorney and counsel roles to senior leadership positions. Whether you specialize in corporate law, litigation, regulatory affairs, or compliance, discover opportunities that match your experience and career goals.
Legal professionals work across law firms, corporations, financial services, healthcare, technology, government, and nonprofit organizations. Common opportunities include corporate counsel, general counsel, litigation attorney, employment attorney, compliance officer, privacy counsel, and legal operations leader.
Employers often seek strong legal research and writing, sound judgment, negotiation skills, and the ability to explain complex issues clearly. Depending on the role, experience with contracts, litigation, regulatory requirements, risk management, privacy, or team leadership may also be important. Many attorney positions require an active license in the relevant jurisdiction.
Use Ladders to explore high-paying legal opportunities and identify roles aligned with your expertise, preferred industry, and career level. Review each listing for compensation, responsibilities, and qualifications, then tailor your application to highlight relevant legal experience and measurable impact.
Director of Contract Management
$120K - $145K *
Empower a high-performing contract management team by establishing strategies and processes for effective contract lifecycle management, ensuring compliance and risk mitigation while supporting operat...
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$110K - $130K *
Unlock your potential by managing the full agreement lifecycle, leveraging AI tools to enhance legal operations, and shaping responsible AI governance in a dynamic legal environment...
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$131K - $249K *
Support key business leaders by providing legal counsel and compliance guidance. Collaborate with teams to ensure adherence to policies while managing contract negotiations and risk mitigation strateg...
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$148K - $196K *
Lead contract management for diverse DoD and commercial projects, ensuring compliance and optimizing performance. Collaborate with teams to support contract lifecycle from proposal to close-out, focus...
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$135K - $160K *
Drive impactful employment law strategies by partnering with teams to create policies, manage disputes, and provide clear guidance across jurisdictions, ensuring compliance and supporting a dynamic, s...
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$150K - $180K *
Shape the future of employment law by providing strategic counsel and guidance across multiple jurisdictions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop policies and playbooks that ensure comp...
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Director, Product Legal (EmFi & Payments)
$175K - $210K *
Deliver strategic legal support for innovative financial products, guiding teams through compliance and regulatory challenges while managing a team and collaborating across functions to drive product...
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Director, Product Legal (EmFi & Payments)
$175K - $210K *
Drive impactful legal support for innovative financial products, leading a team to navigate complex regulations and partnerships. Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance a...
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$150K - $180K *
Elevate your career by leading IP strategy and portfolio management in a dynamic environment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to protect innovations and drive commercial success while building...
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$160K - $190K *
Advance your career by providing comprehensive employment counsel, managing immigration, and supporting global mobility. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to navigate complex legal matters in a...
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$180K - $225K *
Elevate your career by joining a dynamic Civil Litigation Practice with a focus on defense litigation. Collaborate with seasoned attorneys to manage complex cases, from discovery to trial, in a suppor...
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Insurance Coverage & General Liability Associate Attorney
$145K - $190K *
Shape the future of insurance law by managing complex coverage and liability cases. Join a dynamic team where your expertise will drive impactful litigation and foster professional growth in a support...
1 week ago
$200K - $255K *
Unlock potential by engaging in corporate governance strategies that enhance compliance and ensure robust governance frameworks. Collaborate with key stakeholders to shape and support governance initi...
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Assistant General Counsel - Data, Technology & Litigation
$170K - $205K *
Pioneer legal strategies in privacy, AI, IP, and consumer litigation, collaborating cross-functionally to support governance programs, manage IP strategy, and oversee litigation matters, ensuring comp...
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Managing Lawyer, Parents Legal Centres Smithers P051-26
$77K - $158K *
Optimize legal service delivery by managing a team of lawyers and staff, providing expert counsel in family and child protection law, and fostering community partnerships to enhance access to justice...
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Director, Regulatory Affairs - CMC
$207K - $253K *
Elevate regulatory excellence by leading global CMC strategies for cell therapy products, ensuring compliance from development through commercialization while managing risks and fostering cross-functi...
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Staff Attorney (2-Year Fellowship)
$75K - $120K *
Champion consumer rights by tackling complex legal issues, managing a diverse caseload, and collaborating with clients and community partners to deliver impactful legal solutions and education in cons...
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Staff Attorney (2-Year Fellowship)
$75K - $120K *
Lead impactful consumer protection initiatives by managing a diverse caseload, providing legal representation, and engaging in community outreach. Collaborate with teams to develop innovative solution...
1 week ago
$130K - $155K *
Shape our procurement process by leading high-volume vendor agreements, partnering with teams across Procurement and Finance. You'll ensure efficient and compliant contracts, driving operational succe...
Reposted 1 week ago
$120K - $145K *
Join a team that's driving efficiency in procurement by managing high-volume vendor agreements. As a key legal partner, you'll negotiate contracts and streamline processes, ensuring rapid, secure deal...
Reposted 1 week ago
$130K - $155K *
Empower your career as a key legal partner, expertly negotiating diverse procurement agreements and driving business success through effective collaboration with teams across Procurement, Supply Chain...
Reposted 1 week ago
$76K - $91K *
Partner with us to support attorneys in commercial real estate transactions, managing documentation, due diligence, and closing activities. Your role will be vital in ensuring smooth operations within...
1 week ago
$76K - $91K *
Unlock potential by supporting attorneys in commercial real estate transactions, managing documentation, due diligence, and closing activities. Collaborate with clients and stakeholders to ensure seam...
1 week ago
$76K - $91K *
Elevate your career by supporting attorneys in commercial real estate transactions, managing documentation, due diligence, and closing activities. Collaborate with clients and team members to ensure s...
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$76K - $91K *
Join a team that's dedicated to facilitating commercial real estate transactions. As a Paralegal, you'll support attorneys in documentation, due diligence, and closing activities, ensuring smooth oper...
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What types of legal jobs can I find on Ladders?
You can explore roles such as attorney, corporate counsel, general counsel, litigation attorney, compliance leader, privacy counsel, and legal operations professional, depending on current listings.
Are the legal jobs on this page high-paying?
Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more. Check each listing for its specific compensation details and requirements.
What qualifications are commonly required for legal jobs?
Requirements vary by position. Attorney roles commonly require a law degree and an active license in the relevant jurisdiction, while in-house, compliance, and legal operations roles may emphasize specialized experience and business expertise.
How can I improve my chances of getting a legal job?
Tailor your resume to the role, highlight relevant practice-area experience and results, and clearly communicate your research, writing, negotiation, and leadership skills. Confirm that you meet any licensing or jurisdiction requirements.