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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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$150K - $180K *

Join us to provide strategic legal counsel for gas operations, guiding compliance and risk management while collaborating with leadership on regulatory and operational matters to support business obje...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$210K - $340K *

Join a team that's at the forefront of technology procurement, leading legal support for high-value supply agreements. As a strategic partner, you'll optimize contracts and build a procurement legal f...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$210K - $340K *

Transform your career by leading legal support for engineering and technology supply chains. Negotiate high-value agreements for AI cloud infrastructure and build a robust procurement legal function a...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$108K - $149K *

Lead strategic partnerships and research collaborations to enhance organizational impact, driving initiatives that align with digital safety and AI research priorities while fostering relationships ac...

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2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Advance automation projects in a regulated medical device environment, ensuring timely delivery and compliance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance manufacturing efficiency and quality...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$94K - $101K *

Champion operational excellence by leading an intake team to enhance conversion performance, coaching effectiveness, and client experience through data-driven insights and hands-on leadership...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$94K - $101K *

Lead the charge in optimizing intake performance by coaching a dedicated team, driving data-informed decisions, and ensuring compliance while enhancing client experiences in a dynamic environment...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$210K - $340K *

Transform energy procurement for cutting-edge AI infrastructure. Lead negotiations, manage contracts, and collaborate across teams to secure power and services for data centers nationwide, ensuring co...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$210K - $340K *

Empower your career by leading energy procurement for cutting-edge data centers. Drive negotiations, manage legal frameworks, and collaborate with diverse teams to support the development of innovativ...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join the charge in transforming risk management processes to enhance operational efficiency. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement effective controls, conduct audits, and ensure complia...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$210K - $340K *

Lead the charge in energy procurement for hyperscale data centers, negotiating power agreements and managing legal risks across multiple jurisdictions to support critical infrastructure development an...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$79K - $130K *

Drive risk management initiatives by overseeing safety programs, insurance contracts, and claims analysis. Lead a team to identify and mitigate risks while ensuring compliance with regulations and enh...

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

$75K - $97K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering exceptional administrative support for the Labor & Employment Practice Group, ensuring seamless workflow and superior client service in a dynamic legal envir...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$75K - $97K *

Empower your career by providing essential administrative support to a dynamic Labor & Employment Practice Group, ensuring seamless workflow and superior client service in a hybrid work environment...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$210K - $340K *

Join a team that's leading energy procurement for hyperscale data centers. You'll negotiate power agreements, manage legal risks, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to support critical infras...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$69K - $90K *

Join us to support our Litigation and Intellectual Property team by providing comprehensive administrative assistance, ensuring superior client service, managing workflows, and maintaining critical do...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$110K - $130K *

Deliver comprehensive project management from planning to completion, ensuring client satisfaction and adherence to budget and schedule. Act as the primary liaison among stakeholders, facilitating eff...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $95K *

Develop and implement safety programs for renewable energy projects, ensuring compliance and a safe work environment. Collaborate with teams to conduct training, audits, and incident analysis while ma...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$180K - $200K *

Lead the charge in shaping legal strategy and governance for a dynamic global business. Drive compliance, manage risk, and provide strategic counsel across commercial and regulatory domains while coll...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Build and lead a high-performing team of BDRs, driving talent development, pipeline generation, and scalable processes to ensure sales excellence and consistent execution across the region...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $90K *

Transform the litigation landscape by providing essential research and support to attorneys and clients. This role encompasses case management, legal document preparation, and leveraging technology to...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $90K *

Analyze and support litigation processes by conducting research, managing case calendars, and drafting legal documents. Collaborate with attorneys and staff to ensure compliance and streamline operati...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$110K - $130K *

Engage in a dynamic role where you'll draft and negotiate contracts, manage regulatory functions, and provide legal advice to stakeholders. Collaborate with a team to support business operations and e...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Unlock your potential as a Senior Manager, leading complex affordable housing engagements. Collaborate with a diverse team, mentor junior staff, and drive process improvements while enhancing your car...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$199K - $249K *

Join a team that's shaping compliance governance in a dynamic fintech environment. Lead critical compliance programs, enhance risk management, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure reg...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 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.