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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$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...

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  •   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...

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  •   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...

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  •   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...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$89K - $134K *

Explore an opportunity to lead contract administration, negotiate terms, and manage project compliance in a dynamic environment that drives mission-critical programs and supports diverse customers...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$89K - $134K *

Lead the charge in managing critical contracts for Airborne Multifunction Sensors, collaborating with program teams to ensure compliance and drive success through effective change management and negot...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$146K - $219K *

Manage all aspects of contracts from development to closeout, ensuring compliance and customer satisfaction. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver effective solutions in a fast-paced envi...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$89K - $141K *

Join a dynamic team as a Principal Contracts Administrator, overseeing contract negotiations and administration. Drive compliance and customer satisfaction while managing complex contractual matters i...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$89K - $141K *

Drive contract administration excellence by managing proposals, negotiations, and compliance. Collaborate with customers to ensure contract fulfillment and mitigate risks while supporting financial go...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$115K - $199K *

Transform contract administration by leading teams to optimize performance and risk management. Collaborate cross-functionally and negotiate complex contracts to drive success and high customer satisf...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$115K - $172K *

Lead a dynamic contracting team as you oversee complex portfolios, ensuring strategic alignment and robust negotiations that drive financial performance and customer satisfaction in a collaborative en...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$72K - $108K *

Transform contract management by overseeing diverse contracts and negotiations. Drive project success within a dynamic team as you ensure compliance and foster strong customer relationships. Elevate y...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$112K - $168K *

Lead the charge in managing complex contract negotiations and administration for high-visibility programs. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive performance and ensure compliance within a d...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$89K - $141K *

Engage in contract administration and negotiation, ensuring compliance with policies and legal requirements. Collaborate with customers and internal teams to manage contracts effectively, addressing c...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$89K - $141K *

Unlock potential by managing complex contracts, ensuring compliance, and facilitating negotiations. Collaborate with customers and internal teams to deliver contractual obligations while supporting fi...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$117K - $176K *

Collaborate to drive effective contract management, ensuring compliance and strategic execution in support of vital missions. Lead negotiations, assess risks, and cultivate relationships to achieve bu...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$89K - $141K *

Engage in contract administration and negotiation, ensuring compliance with legal and customer requirements. Collaborate with teams to manage contracts effectively, addressing complex issues and foste...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$117K - $176K *

Transform your career by supporting U.S. Government contracts from proposal to closeout. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, ensuring compliance and effective communication while managing multipl...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$89K - $134K *

Transform global compliance operations by conducting risk-based due diligence on third parties, engaging stakeholders to assess potential risks, and supporting sound decision-making in a fast-paced, c...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$81K - $122K *

Unlock potential by joining a dynamic team as a strategic contracts administrator, guiding international sales and optimizing contract performance through negotiation and compliance expertise to ensur...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$146K - $219K *

Join a team that's pivotal in shaping secure futures through expert contract management. As a key contributor, you'll navigate complex negotiations and foster vital relationships, ensuring mission suc...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$187K - $213K *

Partner with us to lead privacy compliance initiatives, ensuring alignment with federal and state laws while influencing cross-functional teams to manage privacy risks in a data-driven environment...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$149K - $171K *

Deliver strategic legal counsel in a dynamic financial services environment, addressing complex regulatory issues and collaborating with stakeholders to drive innovative solutions that enhance custome...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$187K - $213K *

Lead compliance and privacy initiatives by partnering with diverse teams to ensure alignment with laws and regulations, assess risk, and advise on business strategies within a dynamic finance environm...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$206K - $235K *

Elevate privacy compliance at a dynamic financial institution, leading strategic initiatives while mitigating privacy risks. Collaborate across teams to ensure adherence to evolving federal and state...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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.

  • 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.