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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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$80K - $110K *

Transform legal operations by providing comprehensive support to senior leadership and the legal team, overseeing corporate governance, contracts, and compliance in a dynamic environment while enhanci...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$145K - $180K *

Elevate your legal career by joining a premier HOA law firm as a Transactional Attorney, providing expert counsel and shaping community governance. Enjoy mentorship and a path to partnership while han...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$80K - $120K *

Lead the charge in optimizing compliance operations, enhancing team performance, and driving data-driven decisions. Utilize your leadership skills to improve processes and ensure regulatory excellence...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$170K - $200K *

Transform your career by leading strategic initiatives and enhancing operational efficiency within a dynamic legal practice. Collaborate with leadership to drive performance, manage resources, and dev...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$170K - $200K *

Lead strategic initiatives and operational excellence for the Labor & Employment practice, collaborating with attorneys and firm leadership to enhance performance, manage resources, and drive talent d...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$170K - $200K *

Elevate your career by driving strategic management and operational excellence in a dynamic legal environment. Collaborate with leadership to enhance practice performance, resource allocation, and tal...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$170K - $200K *

Empower our Labor & Employment practice by driving strategic initiatives, enhancing operational efficiency, and managing talent development. Collaborate with leadership to optimize resource allocation...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$110K - $130K *

Lead legal and risk operations, ensuring compliance and integrity across domestic and international initiatives. Collaborate with stakeholders to manage contracts, develop policies, and support govern...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $130K *

Champion legal operations by managing contracts, coordinating with counsel, and maintaining corporate records. This role requires a proactive, organized professional to support the CEO and enhance int...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $120K *

Shape the operational experience for enterprise clients by proactively managing immigration processes, coordinating across teams, and driving efficiency improvements that impact hundreds of clients an...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$315K - $385K *

Champion the intersection of law and technology by leading a high-performing team of Legal Engineers. Drive customer engagement and strategic initiatives while enhancing Harvey's presence in the legal...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$250K - $360K *

Champion innovative legal strategies in the fast-paced crypto sector, partnering with senior leaders and regulators. Guide compliance initiatives while managing a team of attorneys across the Americas...

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$250K - $360K *

Lead the charge in developing and implementing regulatory strategies across the Americas for a dynamic cryptocurrency exchange, collaborating with senior leadership to drive compliance and growth in t...

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$117K - $234K *

Lead the charge in sophisticated commercial negotiations, advising on strategic accounts and data center opportunities. Collaborate across functions to develop scalable contracting approaches that dri...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$180K - $220K *

Shape the future of legal operations by establishing a strategic function, optimizing technology, and driving global transformation. Collaborate with a diverse team to enhance processes, manage budget...

2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Media

$80K - $95K *

Optimize contract management processes by leveraging your paralegal expertise to enhance efficiency and support cross-functional collaboration in a dynamic biotech environment...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$92K - $124K *

Partner with us to enhance legal operations and implement eDiscovery processes. You'll lead customer data privacy initiatives, improving cross-functional collaboration and response strategies for comp...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $135K *

Lead the charge in operational and governance support for a global company, focusing on board processes, public filings, and legal technology. Collaborate with legal teams to ensure timely execution o...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$160K - $190K *

Unlock potential by managing the full contracting lifecycle for our anaerobic digestion and industrial wastewater facilities. You will negotiate, structure, and execute agreements while collaborating...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$160K - $190K *

Transform commercial contracting by leading lifecycle management of agreements across diverse sectors. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize processes and ensure compliance, while provid...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$165K - $209K *

Drive corporate legal strategy for a dynamic defense tech firm, managing M&A, governance, and commercial agreements. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to navigate complex legal landscapes and su...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$165K - $209K *

Elevate your career by managing corporate legal matters in a dynamic defense tech firm. Collaborate with cross-functional teams on M&A, governance, and strategic transactions while providing practical...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$165K - $209K *

Join a dynamic team as a corporate attorney, managing legal matters for a fast-paced defense technology firm. Collaborate across departments on M&A, governance, and commercial agreements while driving...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Transform legal operations by managing contracts, enhancing workflows, and streamlining processes. Collaborate cross-functionally to support compliance, project tracking, and implement tools for effic...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$85K - $156K *

Transform risk management strategies by analyzing contracts and mitigating potential issues. Collaborate with teams to enhance operational efficiency while ensuring compliance with Canadian standards...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 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.