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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$77K - $121K *

Champion complex regulatory proceedings by conducting hearings, drafting legal documents, and advising the Department of Energy. Leverage extensive legal expertise to represent the department effectiv...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Transform the foreclosure process by managing complex cases, drafting motions, and engaging with clients and court personnel. This role demands strong organizational skills and the ability to mentor s...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$200K - $275K *

Manage all commercial legal matters, driving contract negotiations and compliance. Play a key role in building scalable legal processes while overseeing corporate, employment, and privacy issues as th...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$200K - $275K *

Take ownership of the legal function, driving commercial contract negotiations and broader legal matters. Collaborate with sales and manage outside counsel while building scalable processes for effici...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $160K *

Lead privacy compliance and technology transactions, ensuring adherence to global data laws. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to manage cybersecurity incidents and develop AI governance, drivin...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform the licensing and audit function for a regulated payments business, ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance processes and m...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Transform regulatory compliance by leading licensing and audit functions for a dynamic payments business. Collaborate across teams to ensure adherence to state and federal regulations while driving pr...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing regulatory engagement and standards. This role involves managing regulatory examinations, collaborating with stakeholders, and ensuring compliance while drivi...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$140K - $160K *

Advance your career by leading risk-based compliance reviews and monitoring initiatives. Collaborate with stakeholders to assess compliance risks, document findings, and prepare reports for senior man...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$140K - $160K *

Elevate compliance standards by leading risk-based reviews and monitoring initiatives. Collaborate with stakeholders to assess risks, validate controls, and prepare reports for senior management, ensu...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$140K - $160K *

Champion compliance excellence by leading risk-based reviews, assessing controls, and ensuring adherence to regulations. Collaborate with stakeholders to address compliance risks and enhance monitorin...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$94K - $141K *

Analyze and support complex contract administration for the RQ-4 program, ensuring compliance and effective communication with stakeholders. Lead proposal development and negotiations while managing c...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$105K - $157K *

Join a team that's vital to contract administration, providing leadership and expertise. Collaborate across departments to drive proposal preparation and negotiation, ensuring compliance and fulfillme...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$112K - $176K *

Analyze complex contracts and lead negotiations to ensure compliance and fulfillment. Collaborate with customers and internal teams to manage contract activities, mitigate risks, and support financial...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$112K - $176K *

Lead the charge in contract administration, proposal preparation, and negotiation. Collaborate with customers to ensure compliance and fulfillment of contractual obligations while managing complex iss...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$137K - $206K *

Drive growth as a senior contracts manager, leading proposal prep, negotiations, and contract management across multiple business segments while guiding a skilled team to ensure compliance and nurture...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$75K - $113K *

Deliver comprehensive contract administration support, managing negotiations and compliance for diverse contracts while collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive successful outcomes for the R...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$222K - $335K *

Join a team that's dedicated to supporting U.S. Government and commercial contracts by providing expert legal counsel on complex issues, collaborating cross-functionally, and ensuring compliance with...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$222K - $335K *

Lead and advise on U.S. Government and commercial contract matters while collaborating with legal and business teams. This role requires excellent judgment and problem-solving skills to navigate compl...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$89K - $134K *

Transform your career as a Principal Contract Administrator, overseeing key contracts for cutting-edge airborne systems. Collaborate with teams and customers to ensure compliance and drive strategic i...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$63K - $113K *

Engage in contract lifecycle management, from negotiation to execution, ensuring compliance and risk mitigation while collaborating across teams to enhance program success and drive business growth...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$112K - $176K *

Shape the future of contract management by leading proposal preparation, negotiations, and administration. Collaborate with customers to ensure compliance and fulfillment of contractual obligations wh...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$112K - $176K *

Oversee contract administration and negotiation, ensuring compliance with legal and customer requirements. Collaborate with teams to manage complex contractual matters and support proposal preparation...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$115K - $199K *

Help us drive compliance and leadership in global trade, managing a skilled team within the Advanced Weapons Business Unit. This role emphasizes regulatory adherence and functions as an Empowered Offi...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$112K - $176K *

Lead the charge in managing complex contracts, ensuring compliance and fulfillment while interfacing with customers. Drive proposal preparation, negotiations, and administration to support organizatio...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

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    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.

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    Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more. Check each listing for its specific compensation details and requirements.

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    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.