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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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$160K - $190K *

Join a team that champions legal leadership and strategic guidance. As the chief legal officer, you will advise senior leadership on complex issues impacting governance, compliance, and institutional...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

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

$122K - $184K *

Transform employee relations globally by managing complex investigations, advising leaders, and ensuring compliance with regional practices. Collaborate to build scalable frameworks while navigating d...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$122K - $184K *

Help us build a global employee relations function that ensures compliance, consistency, and fairness across all regions, while navigating complex investigations and coaching leaders through critical...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$122K - $184K *

Drive the creation and implementation of a global employee relations function, navigating complex cases and ensuring compliance across multiple regions while coaching leaders and developing policies t...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$150K - $180K *

Shape the future of commercial law by managing complex negotiations and supporting enterprise-level deals. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize contract compliance and drive strategic g...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$70K - $100K *

Unlock potential by managing a diverse portfolio of enterprise accounts, fostering relationships with C-suite executives, and driving client success through strategic engagement and exceptional servic...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$83K - $104K *

Join a dynamic legal team providing essential administrative support, including document preparation, calendar maintenance, and travel coordination, while managing multiple tasks for attorneys in a fa...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's redefining legal operations by optimizing contract management, enhancing workflows, and leveraging technology to streamline processes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to dri...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $150K *

Champion the execution of acquisitions by managing the entire process from due diligence through closing, ensuring seamless coordination across legal, finance, and operations teams in a fast-paced env...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $150K *

Oversee the management of M&A transactions from diligence to closing. This role involves coordinating across legal, finance, and operational teams while maintaining timelines and ensuring all aspects...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $150K *

Unlock potential by managing M&A transactions from diligence to closing, ensuring alignment across teams and smooth execution of processes. This role requires strong project management skills and oper...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$76K - $89K *

Join a team that supports attorneys with administrative excellence, ensuring efficient document processing and client communication. Thrive in a dynamic environment while managing multiple tasks and d...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$76K - $89K *

Support a dynamic legal team by providing essential administrative and secretarial services. Collaborate effectively, manage multiple tasks, and ensure timely document processing in a fast-paced envir...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$175K - $200K *

Optimize the Firm’s data governance framework by establishing effective standards, processes, and decision rights. Collaborate across functions to enhance data quality, accountability, and operational...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$175K - $200K *

Champion the establishment and maturity of a global data governance practice, translating strategy into effective operations. Collaborate across functions to enhance data quality, accountability, and...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$72K - $100K *

Elevate your career by providing essential administrative support to attorneys, managing client communications, and enhancing operational efficiency in a dynamic legal environment. Your proactive appr...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$200K - $250K *

Drive legal excellence as a trusted advisor, navigating corporate governance and regulatory matters. Partner with executives across all business units and ensure compliance in a dynamic environment wh...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$200K - $250K *

Join a dynamic team as a VP, Corporate Counsel, advising on governance, contracts, and compliance. Engage with business leaders on critical legal matters to drive strategic initiatives in a fast-paced...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$200K - $250K *

Serve as a key legal advisor, providing strategic guidance on corporate governance, compliance, and regulatory matters while collaborating with diverse business units to ensure alignment with evolving...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$200K - $250K *

Collaborate with cross-functional leaders to provide strategic legal counsel on corporate governance, regulatory compliance, and technology matters. Drive initiatives in a dynamic environment while su...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$200K - $250K *

Join a dynamic team as you provide essential legal counsel and guidance across corporate governance, contracts, and compliance, supporting business leaders in a fast-paced re/insurance environment...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$200K - $250K *

Shape the future of corporate governance by providing strategic legal counsel across various business units, helping navigate complex regulatory environments, and driving innovation in legal practices...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$200K - $250K *

Partner with us to shape corporate strategy by providing expert legal guidance on complex governance, data privacy, and employment matters across the organization, driving successful business operatio...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $150K *

Advance your career by providing expert legal counsel on commercial contracts, ensuring compliance and risk management while collaborating with a dynamic team. Engage in high-stakes negotiations and c...

Mississauga, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to mentoring and developing your litigation skills. Collaborate with partners and senior associates to manage cases and enhance client relationships while growing your own...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

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.