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Find Legal Manager opportunities that match your experience and career goals on Ladders. Browse vetted professional roles with salaries of $100,000 or more across organizations seeking leaders to guide legal work, manage risk, and support business decisions.

What Does a Legal Manager Do?

Legal Managers oversee legal matters and teams, helping organizations navigate contracts, regulations, disputes, and corporate policies. Depending on the employer, the role may include advising executives, coordinating outside counsel, managing compliance programs, reviewing agreements, and improving legal department processes.

Common Legal Manager Responsibilities

  • Lead or coordinate legal teams and outside counsel.
  • Draft, review, and negotiate commercial agreements.
  • Advise business leaders on legal risks and practical solutions.
  • Support regulatory compliance, governance, and internal policies.
  • Manage litigation, budgets, legal operations, and department workflows.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek strong legal analysis, communication, negotiation, and leadership skills. Requirements vary by role and jurisdiction; many positions require a law degree and an active license to practice, along with relevant experience in areas such as commercial law, employment law, compliance, or corporate governance. Review each listing for its specific qualifications.

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$100K - $120K *

Lead a dynamic team to enhance quoting processes, drive CPQ improvements, and ensure compliance across sales operations. Collaborate cross-functionally to streamline go-to-market strategies and suppor...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$195K - $225K *

Empower business functions by providing strategic legal support across corporate, operational, and commercial matters, ensuring agile risk management while fostering collaboration with leadership and...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$150K - $300K *

Champion a diverse caseload in employment law, driving litigation strategy and client satisfaction while leading mediation efforts and mentoring junior attorneys for optimal outcomes...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$210K - $250K *

Transform the legal landscape by leading regulatory strategies in healthcare, managing compliance, and advising on critical legal matters, while building and shaping a high-performing legal function w...

RemoteRemote

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$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

$75K - $95K *

Support attorney productivity by executing litigation tasks, managing deadlines, and ensuring compliance. Collaborate on document control and billing processes to enhance case throughput and operation...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$121K - $147K *

Unlock potential by providing comprehensive legal counsel in real estate and corporate law. Collaborate with stakeholders, draft essential documents, and represent the City in various legal matters to...

Windsor, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Accelerate progress at a key leadership role driving proposal and contract management. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance operational effectiveness, ensure quality deliverables, and contribute...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$166K - $260K *

Join a team that's dedicated to managing complex legal defenses for insureds, overseeing litigation processes, and leading a team of attorneys to ensure effective representation and compliance with le...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$166K - $260K *

Champion the defense of lawsuits for insureds, managing a team of attorneys while ensuring compliance with legal standards and enhancing office performance through strategic oversight and training...

Hackensack, NJRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$200K - $240K *

Unlock your potential in a dynamic role leading legal strategy and collaboration across departments. Serve as a trusted advisor, balancing legal safeguards with business growth while managing internal...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $118K *

Lead the charge in managing complex intellectual property rights, overseeing contract execution and stakeholder inquiries while mentoring junior team members and enhancing system processes for improve...

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in executing impactful marketing initiatives, managing a collaborative team, and developing brand strategies that enhance client engagement and visibility across all platforms while en...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$83K - $93K *

Advance operational efficiency by managing schedules, coordinating travel, and preparing official correspondence. Ensure seamless branch operations and support executive personnel with effective admin...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $200K *

Lead the charge in shaping Stedi's litigation strategy, driving affirmative disputes and regulatory actions to protect and expand our operational freedom in the healthcare sector. Collaborate with lea...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$151K - $253K *

Transform businesses by managing Oracle software advisory and implementation services. Lead project strategies, engage with executives, and drive successful technology solutions for enterprise clients...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$135K - $175K *

Lead legal support for life and annuity operations, ensuring regulatory compliance while collaborating with cross-functional teams to minimize risks and drive strategic initiatives across the organiza...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Shape the future of compliance by overseeing the Corporate Compliance Program. Partner with leadership to ensure adherence to regulatory standards, develop training, and manage compliance risks across...

Maryland, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$100K - $130K *

Join a team that's driving corporate governance and entity management. This role offers significant responsibility, collaboration across departments, and opportunities for growth in a fast-paced envir...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$133K - $177K *

Lead high-volume litigation processes, applying AI to enhance efficiency and support. Oversee subpoena and garnishment responses, manage interpleader filings, and advise on litigation strategy, ensuri...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $165K *

Empower the Legal Department by managing operations, budgets, and technology. Drive efficiency through contract lifecycle management and analytics, while collaborating with cross-functional teams to e...

2 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to manage commercial agreements, ensuring compliance and risk mitigation. Leverage your legal expertise to support business objectives while collaborating across departments in a f...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $110K *

Join a dynamic team to support commercial agreements and compliance matters. Leverage your legal expertise in drafting and negotiating contracts while collaborating with stakeholders to drive business...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team as you support diverse commercial and compliance matters. Leverage your legal expertise to draft and negotiate agreements, collaborate with stakeholders, and manage multiple projec...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your legal career by supporting diverse commercial agreements and compliance matters. Collaborate with stakeholders, manage multiple priorities, and leverage your expertise in software licensi...

Sacramento, CARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Legal Manager do?question toggle

    A Legal Manager oversees legal work for an organization, which may include contracts, compliance, risk management, litigation coordination, and advising business leaders. Responsibilities depend on the company and role.

  • What qualifications are commonly required for Legal Manager jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary, but many employers seek a law degree, relevant legal experience, and strong leadership, communication, and negotiation skills. Some positions require an active license to practice law.

  • How much do Legal Manager jobs pay?question toggle

    Compensation varies by employer, location, industry, and experience. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more; check each listing for its salary details.

  • Where can I find Legal Manager jobs?question toggle

    Browse Legal Manager listings on Ladders to explore vetted opportunities, review role requirements, and compare available positions.