Explore Legal Jobs Paying $100K or More

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 Roles Across Industries

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.

Skills Employers Look For

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.

Advance Your Legal Career

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.

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$80K - $95K *

Advance compliance efforts by conducting thorough investigations of economic and financial sanctions alerts, ensuring adherence to U.S. regulations while collaborating with internal teams to mitigate...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $115K *

Join a team that's redefining marketing governance by ensuring compliance with privacy and AI regulations. Collaborate cross-functionally to maintain responsible processes and support business objecti...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$215K - $305K *

Lead compliance initiatives for broker-dealer and capital markets activities, ensuring adherence to FINRA regulations. Collaborate with stakeholders to develop compliance frameworks and support busine...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

Partner with us to provide strategic legal counsel for technology initiatives, guiding product development and digital transformation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify risks, operat...

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

$84K - $110K *

Support corporate governance and transactions by managing entity records, legal documents, and compliance across multiple jurisdictions. Collaborate with internal teams on due diligence, SEC filings...

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

$140K - $240K *

Manage and innovate legal strategies in securities finance and derivatives, overseeing complex transactions and providing high-level legal oversight and counsel to ensure compliance and mitigate risks...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$65K - $113K *

Join a dynamic team as a Global Trade Analyst, ensuring compliance with U.S. export/import laws. Collaborate across functions to develop strategies, provide training, and manage compliance activities...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$94K - $141K *

Lead contract administration efforts, ensuring compliance and managing relationships with customers. Drive proposal preparation and negotiations while supporting innovative technology development in a...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$94K - $141K *

Drive the future of aeronautics by managing contracts, ensuring compliance, and fostering relationships. Collaborate with teams to support innovative technology development and navigate complex govern...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$65K - $113K *

Optimize compliance with U.S. Export and Import laws, ensuring effective strategies and training across teams. Collaborate on international trade regulations, manage authorizations, and conduct assess...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$101K - $152K *

Unlock potential by leading complex contract negotiations and administration. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure compliance and mitigate risks while delivering high-quality contract management s...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$127K - $190K *

Lead a dynamic team in managing contracts for critical defense projects, ensuring compliance and customer satisfaction while driving financial performance and risk mitigation in a fast-paced environme...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$65K - $113K *

Optimize global trade compliance by guiding export/import processes, ensuring adherence to regulations, and collaborating across departments to support international programs and business strategies...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$65K - $113K *

Join a dynamic team as a Global Trade Professional, providing critical support for export/import compliance, guiding regulatory interpretation, and collaborating across functions to ensure adherence t...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that ensures compliance and governance across financial advisory practices. Supervise representatives, monitor policies, and collaborate with risk and business partners to enhance complian...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Lead complex investigations in high-risk areas, utilizing advanced analytical skills to identify regulatory risks and develop strategies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure thorough doc...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$117K - $211K *

Transform the landscape of regulatory compliance by conducting in-depth analyses of FINRA firms’ communications. Collaborate with teams to ensure adherence to standards while providing training and su...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading complex investigations, analyzing data, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure regulatory compliance and protect market integrity. Mentor staff and contrib...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$107K - $194K *

Analyze and assess FINRA firms’ public communications, ensuring compliance with regulations. Collaborate with teams to enhance quality control and provide training, while supporting management in main...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Join our team as a Principal Investigator, where you'll lead complex investigations, develop strategies, and collaborate with cross-functional partners to ensure regulatory compliance and protect mark...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to conducting complex investigations, ensuring regulatory compliance, and protecting market integrity. Leverage your expertise to analyze data, mentor staff, and collabora...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$108K - $130K *

Support the analysis of FINRA firms’ public communications, ensuring compliance with regulations. Collaborate with teams to enhance quality control and provide training, while contributing to policy d...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$117K - $211K *

Drive complex analyses of FINRA firms’ public communications, ensuring compliance and quality. Collaborate with teams to enhance regulatory practices while providing training and support to staff, fos...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Reimagine investigative excellence by leading complex inquiries into high-risk misconduct. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop strategies, analyze data, and produce comprehensive findin...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading complex investigations in regulatory compliance, utilizing advanced analytical skills and independent judgment to ensure sound outcomes. Collaborate with cross-functional t...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What types of legal jobs can I find on Ladders?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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.

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    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.