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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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$134K - $205K *

Join our dynamic communications team to lead and inspire high-quality content creation. Collaborate with attorneys and leadership to produce compelling communications that reflect our voice and advanc...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$145K - $222K *

Manage and mentor a communications team, ensuring high-quality content that reflects the firm's voice. Collaborate with leadership to produce compelling materials while maintaining editorial standards...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$66K - $94K *

Take ownership of strategic initiatives, guiding senior leadership while managing budgets and priorities. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive growth through effective project execution, stakeholde...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Champion patient safety initiatives by coordinating compliance and accreditation programs across healthcare facilities, ensuring alignment with regulations while fostering a culture of continuous impr...

Reposted 3 days ago

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

$160K - $200K *

Champion procurement strategies and legal guidance for complex transportation projects, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and successful contract negotiations from proposa...

5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Transportation

$165K - $200K *

Transform compliance practices by providing expert advisory support for trading and sales in a dynamic regulatory environment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure adherence to complex re...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

Transform your career by providing legal counsel for sales and purchasing transactions, ensuring compliance and managing risks in a fast-paced tech environment. Collaborate with a global legal team to...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $100K *

Transform customer relationships and drive growth through consultative selling. Leverage your expertise to enhance client engagement, develop strategic account plans, and ensure exceptional service wh...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$180K - $225K *

Join a team that's driving litigation excellence by managing disputes, collaborating with outside counsel, and developing strategic legal approaches across a diverse portfolio. Elevate your career in...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $110K *

Manage the contracting process for a growing retail brokerage, ensuring timely execution of agreements while collaborating with various teams. Optimize workflows and maintain accurate records to suppo...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $170K *

Lead the management of eDiscovery projects, ensuring seamless coordination and exceptional client service while collaborating with legal teams to implement best practices and maintain confidentiality...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$95K - $115K *

Empower justice by providing legal expertise in correctional law, focusing on inmate rights and institutional policies. Collaborate with medical staff and federal attorneys to navigate complex legal i...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$120K - $170K *

Lead the charge in managing eDiscovery projects, ensuring seamless coordination across teams while delivering exceptional client service and maintaining confidentiality throughout the litigation proce...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$120K - $170K *

Optimize eDiscovery processes by managing litigation projects, ensuring client satisfaction, and collaborating with teams to implement best practices for electronically stored information (ESI). Drive...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$120K - $170K *

Partner with us to manage eDiscovery projects, ensuring seamless service delivery and collaboration across teams while maintaining client satisfaction and confidentiality in a dynamic legal environmen...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to drive operational strategy and performance for a rapidly growing Lithium business, enabling informed decision-making and enhancing business results across finance, development...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Join us to oversee financial activities, develop strategies, and guide decision-making. Collaborate across departments to ensure compliance and drive business objectives while managing budgets and for...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$85K - $105K *

Transform the deal lifecycle by leading contract management and RFP responses, ensuring seamless collaboration across teams while enhancing operational efficiency and compliance. Drive the establishme...

Brampton, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$87K - $157K *

Engage in managing regulatory submissions and policy research while ensuring quality outputs. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance processes and support compliance, serving as the primar...

Missouri, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$103K - $125K *

Unlock potential by managing complex litigation tasks, providing advanced paralegal support, and leading project teams for intricate legal matters. Collaborate closely with attorneys to ensure seamles...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$225K - $275K *

Unlock your potential as an employment litigator, managing complex cases while mentoring junior associates. Drive client relations and lead strategic initiatives in a fast-paced environment, paving yo...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$225K - $275K *

Join us to lead employment litigation for diverse clients, managing complex cases and mentoring junior associates, while paving your path to partnership in a collaborative environment...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$225K - $275K *

Empower employers by defending them in complex litigation cases, including FEHA and wage claims. Work independently, mentor junior associates, and develop client relationships while navigating Califor...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$150K - $180K *

Contribute to the strategic legal framework for procurement operations, driving compliance and negotiating contracts while collaborating with executives and teams across a diverse global landscape to...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's driving strategic litigation projects, managing budgets, and providing expert consultation. Oversee complex cases, collaborate with clients, and ensure efficient service delivery wh...

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.