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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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$120K - $145K *

Transform complex legal engagements by leading a skilled team, driving innovation, and relationship-building with clients. Leverage legal knowledge and tech expertise for impactful client solutions an...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$195K - $268K *

Unlock potential by leading IP risk management initiatives, collaborating across teams to safeguard innovations while driving compliance and strategic growth. Your expertise will shape frameworks that...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $155K *

Engage with diverse clients to drive impactful accounting & finance solutions, enhancing process efficiencies from reporting to systems implementation. Collaborate with executives on strategic project...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$109K - $130K *

Lead a high-performing immigration consulting team, ensuring quality and efficiency. Adapt strategies to meet client needs and workflow challenges while guiding team members and delivering expert immi...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$109K - $130K *

Optimize the performance of an immigration consulting team by guiding solutions, adapting plans, and ensuring high-quality client service while managing workflow challenges and fostering collaboration...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering exceptional construction projects. Oversee project management, coordinate with subcontractors, and ensure timelines and budgets are met while providing outst...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$240K - $360K *

Transform corporate investigations by leading a global team to uncover and address fraud and misconduct. Drive high-impact investigations, ensuring compliance and collaboration across departments whil...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$160K - $200K *

Elevate business operations by providing strategic legal counsel across various disciplines. Collaborate with executives on complex legal issues, manage litigation, and ensure compliance in a dynamic...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$95K - $115K *

Join us to lead a dynamic underwriting team, driving excellence and growth while fostering strong agency relationships and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Your leadership will shape the f...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$140K - $170K *

Unlock potential by navigating complex legal landscapes, supporting global business units, and driving compliance initiatives. Collaborate with teams to enhance operations through AI and ensure effect...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$400K - $450K *

Shape the future of Legal Engineering by leading and optimizing customer-focused teams, driving operational excellence across various functions, and collaborating with stakeholders to deliver exceptio...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$72K - $92K *

Elevate office operations by managing administrative tasks, enhancing employee engagement, and ensuring a productive workplace. Collaborate with teams to support business unit goals while fostering a...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$72K - $92K *

Optimize office operations and employee engagement in a dynamic environment. Collaborate with leadership and teams to enhance administrative efficiency, manage vendor relations, and support sustainabi...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $140K *

Grow your career with a dynamic role supporting corporate governance and equity administration. Collaborate with legal teams to ensure compliance, manage board materials, and oversee equity plans whil...

New York, NYRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$160K - $201K *

Shape the future of global disputes management by leading a dynamic team focused on employment and litigation matters across diverse jurisdictions. Drive strategic initiatives while collaborating with...

United StatesRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $100K *

Lead the charge in managing complex claims and litigation, ensuring compliance and cost control while collaborating with legal teams. Drive process improvements and oversee case management to minimize...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$95K - $115K *

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $170K *

Join us to oversee the legal operations and support the corporate legal needs, ensuring efficient management of documents, contracts, and communications with internal teams and external counsel while...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$88K - $105K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$105K - $131K *

Elevate your career by leading claims management activities, driving strategic vision, and ensuring team objectives align with client needs. Collaborate across departments to enhance processes and del...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$166K - $260K *

Elevate your career by managing complex employment litigation matters, providing strategic legal counsel, and partnering with business leaders to mitigate risks and enhance workplace compliance. Drive...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$166K - $260K *

Elevate your career by managing a high-volume portfolio of employment litigation matters. Collaborate with business leaders to offer strategic legal advice and mitigate workplace risks while fostering...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$168K - $220K *

Unlock potential by joining our dynamic Legal team, where you'll monitor regulatory developments, provide strategic insights, and engage with industry stakeholders to shape policy outcomes that align...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$177K - $233K *

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Vancouver, BCIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

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.