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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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$90K - $130K *

Lead the charge in building legal infrastructure for a growing uranium enrichment company. Collaborate with legal teams to manage corporate governance, subsidiary administration, and regulatory compli...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$125K - $160K *

Lead the establishment and sustainability of enterprise data governance practices, ensuring data quality and compliance across multiple functions. Collaborate with stakeholders to define standards and...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $160K *

Drive enterprise data governance practices to ensure data quality, integrity, and compliance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to establish standards and processes that enable trusted data for...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $160K *

Drive enterprise data governance practices to ensure data quality, integrity, and compliance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to establish standards and processes that enable trusted data for...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$83K - $94K *

Empower your career by managing the full invoice lifecycle, ensuring accuracy and compliance while collaborating across teams. Thrive in a dynamic environment where your attention to detail and proact...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$84K - $95K *

Unlock potential by managing the full invoice lifecycle, ensuring accuracy and compliance while collaborating with attorneys and clients. Thrive in a fast-paced environment, utilizing strong analytica...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$150K - $212K *

Lead and optimize Legal Operations, driving strategy, technology, and analytics for a global legal team. Collaborate across departments to enhance efficiency, implement AI solutions, and manage vendor...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$100K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to driving legal excellence and risk management. As a Senior Commercial Paralegal, you'll draft and negotiate agreements, coordinate legal responses, and support cross-dep...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Drive efficiency by managing the enterprise-wide contract management system, ensuring optimal performance and user support. Collaborate with legal and IT teams to enhance technology solutions and stre...

1 week ago

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

$200K - $240K *

Optimize contracting processes by providing legal guidance and support across departments, managing negotiations, and overseeing external counsel to ensure compliance and efficiency in agreements...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$220K - $320K *

Partner with us to transform legal practices through AI; leverage your legal expertise to bridge gaps, enhance workflows, and elevate product solutions that empower corporate lawyers in their high-sta...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$95K - $115K *

Optimize litigation operations by managing legal holds, discovery, and outside counsel engagement. Support corporate transactions and enhance departmental efficiency through technology solutions while...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$80K - $110K *

Advance the efficiency of a dynamic law office by managing operations, supervising staff, and ensuring compliance with legal procedures while fostering a professional environment that supports attorne...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$85K - $150K *

Champion the efficiency of our Litigation and Labor & Employment teams by managing court filings, deadlines, and document retrieval. Collaborate with attorneys to ensure compliance with court rules an...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$125K - $150K *

Transform vendor relationships by leading contract negotiations and managing the Contracts Administration Team. Collaborate across departments to ensure compliance and mitigate legal risks while enhan...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $90K *

Grow your career with a critical role in executive support and project management. Utilize your organizational skills to maintain schedules, track assignments, and facilitate effective communication a...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$85K - $105K *

Lead the charge in managing proposals and contracts within a dynamic CRO environment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive strategic business development and ensure compliance with client...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$162K - $203K *

Lead legal strategy and compliance as a key partner, advising on employment law, litigation management, and regulatory matters. Collaborate with senior leadership to navigate complex legal challenges...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$162K - $203K *

Transform your career by providing strategic legal counsel on employment law, litigation management, and regulatory compliance. Collaborate with leadership to navigate complex legal challenges in a dy...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Advance litigation and recovery strategies for distressed equipment finance transactions. Lead a team to maximize recoveries, manage complex legal matters, and collaborate across departments to ensure...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $150K *

Join a team that's shaping legal strategy and governance. Drive contract negotiations, advise on compliance, and enhance organizational knowledge while collaborating across functions to support busine...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Transform strategic direction as you lead operational excellence and drive growth for an ADR business. Cultivate high-performing teams, enhance client relationships, and innovate processes to achieve...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$125K - $150K *

Reimagine legislative engagement as a Senior Manager guiding policy and funding strategies for advanced nuclear deployments. Collaborate cross-functionally to influence congressional priorities and se...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$125K - $150K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of commercial legal operations by supporting diverse contracting efforts and building scalable legal frameworks that drive business growth and innovation...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $125K *

Unlock potential by leading premium accounting operations, ensuring accurate reporting, billing, and reconciliations. Collaborate with teams to enhance processes and controls, driving efficiency as th...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 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.