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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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Explore Legal Manager jobs on Ladders and compare opportunities by responsibilities, industry, location, and compensation. Create a profile to discover vetted roles paying $100,000 or more and take the next step in your legal leadership career.

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$80K - $95K *

Oversee and develop a high-performing team to enhance departmental operations, manage complex negotiations, and ensure compliance while driving performance improvements within a fast-paced legal envir...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$78K - $110K *

Empower your career by providing advanced paralegal services in regulatory compliance. Collaborate with attorneys and clients on complex legal matters, ensuring timely filings and maintaining essentia...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$78K - $110K *

Drive impactful paralegal services for regulatory compliance and legal matters. Collaborate with attorneys and clients to ensure timely filings, maintain records, and support complex projects while me...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$134K - $201K *

Shape the future of clinical trials by expertly managing contracts, ensuring compliance, and improving timelines and communication with key stakeholders. Leverage your negotiation skills and industry...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$350K - $400K *

Champion strategic legal leadership, advising on governance, partnership, and commercial matters globally. Shape a modern legal function that supports international expansion and manages disputes, inv...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$160K - $170K *

Shape the future of pricing strategy by leading complex deal governance and analytics. Collaborate across teams to enhance deal integrity and leverage AI-driven tools for efficient pricing models, ens...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$120K - $145K *

Empower your career by leading global benefits strategies and compliance for a scaling organization. Collaborate on plan design and execution while managing a team to enhance employee experiences acro...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$61K - $141K *

Join a team that's dedicated to providing exceptional administrative support to attorneys. Leverage your organizational skills to manage complex tasks in a fast-paced legal environment while fostering...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$61K - $141K *

Champion the success of our legal team by providing vital administrative support, ensuring seamless operations in litigation and business law practices. Engage in a collaborative environment while sho...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$240K - $260K *

Join a team that's dedicated to providing expert legal guidance in consumer loan servicing. Leverage your extensive experience to support compliance, risk management, and operational strategies while...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$93K *

Advance your career by managing the complete billing process, ensuring accuracy and timely completion of financial matters. Join a dynamic environment where attention to detail and independence are vi...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$125K - $150K *

Unlock potential by providing strategic legal guidance across various operational areas, managing employment law, resident claims, commercial contracts, and compliance. Collaborate with leadership to...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$125K - $150K *

Lead the charge in providing strategic legal guidance to support operations, growth, and compliance. Collaborate with leadership on employment law, resident claims, commercial contracts, and privacy i...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$125K - $150K *

Unlock your potential as a strategic legal advisor, guiding operations and corporate initiatives while managing diverse legal matters in a dynamic environment. Collaborate with leadership to mitigate...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$90K - $120K *

Transform operations in a dynamic legal environment by leading process optimizations, managing staff productivity, and ensuring compliance. Collaborate with leadership to align growth strategies and e...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$75K - $90K *

Join a team that's dedicated to client advocacy and case management. In this role, you'll manage a diverse caseload, assist attorneys with settlements, and ensure organized documentation while providi...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$111K - $139K *

Shape the future of quality assurance by managing the plant quality system, ensuring compliance with standards, and leading continuous improvement initiatives to enhance product reliability and custom...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Champion compliance integrity and governance in a dynamic leadership role. Drive process improvements, oversee regulatory submissions, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance risk manag...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$160K - $190K *

Champion corporate governance and compliance by providing legal support across various teams. Ensure accurate SEC filings, manage board communications, and oversee entity management while navigating a...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$100K - $120K *

Lead and optimize revenue accounting operations for a global SaaS company, managing a team of Senior Accountants. Ensure compliance with US GAAP and ASC 606 while driving process improvements and supp...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$200K *

Join a team that's driving strategic initiatives and operational excellence. Collaborate with senior leaders to shape enterprise strategy, lead cross-functional programs, and identify growth opportuni...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$200K *

Shape the future of strategic initiatives by leading complex programs, collaborating with executives, and driving growth opportunities in a dynamic, global environment focused on value creation and op...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$200K - $240K *

Engage in strategic initiatives that drive growth and operational excellence. Collaborate with senior leadership to shape enterprise strategy and lead cross-functional programs, ensuring impactful out...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Contribute to a dynamic legal environment by balancing litigation support and office management. Collaborate with attorneys and staff to enhance operational efficiency while providing comprehensive le...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$140K *

Engage in impactful litigation as a Staff Attorney, defending product liability cases. Collaborate with a dynamic team in a hybrid work environment, contributing to diverse industries and enhancing yo...

2 weeks 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.