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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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$124K - $148K *

Champion data governance and privacy compliance across enterprise operations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to secure sensitive information, enhance data quality, and ensure adherence to glo...

United StatesRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$110K - $130K *

Lead strategic oversight of government contracts, ensuring compliance with FAR/DFARS while driving risk mitigation and profitability. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance contract manage...

Alabama, USRemote

2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Champion the successful delivery of projects and technology initiatives by coordinating cross-functional teams and managing risks, ensuring timely and high-quality outcomes that align with business ob...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Shape strategic relationships with financial institutions and sophisticated buyers, driving revenue through effective business development. Own the commercial process from targeting to closing, ensuri...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$98K - $133K *

Optimize multi-channel marketing campaigns to enhance brand visibility, generate leads, and drive revenue. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure cohesive messaging and successful execution, leverag...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$98K - $133K *

Unlock potential by managing and optimizing multi-channel marketing campaigns that drive brand awareness and revenue growth. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure cohesive messaging and successful...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$98K - $133K *

Elevate marketing efforts by orchestrating multi-channel campaigns that drive brand awareness and revenue growth. Own the campaign lifecycle from planning to execution, ensuring alignment across teams...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$150K - $180K *

Lead our talent strategy to enhance organizational effectiveness and drive employee engagement. Oversee talent management, acquisition, and compliance while fostering a high-performing culture that su...

3 weeks ago

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

$210K - $250K *

Empower enterprise-wide strategy as a trusted legal advisor, leading a team that shapes compliance, risk management, and governance across a dynamic integrated energy organization...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$210K - $250K *

Join a team that's at the forefront of legal strategy in the energy sector, providing expert guidance on corporate governance, compliance, and M&A activities while leading legal professionals to drive...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$150K - $180K *

Champion legal excellence by managing commercial agreements and IP matters. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure compliance and support business growth while mitigating risks in a fast-paced, high...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$109K - $131K *

Drive operational excellence as you lead HR initiatives, support employee lifecycle processes, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance HR strategies and practices, ensuring a positive w...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$73K - $105K *

Transform compliance strategies by analyzing complex issues and implementing robust programs. Collaborate with clients in the investment sector, ensuring adherence to regulations while mentoring junio...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Elevate your legal career by providing strategic counsel on marketing, pricing, and compliance. Collaborate with business leaders to navigate complex legal landscapes while ensuring adherence to regul...

1 week ago

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

$102K - $115K *

Oversee financial reporting, budgeting, and procurement activities to ensure efficient operations and cost control at our energy facility. Collaborate with management and corporate teams to deliver ac...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$150K - $180K *

Empower our growth by leading the design and implementation of compensation programs. Collaborate with stakeholders to create competitive, scalable pay structures while ensuring compliance and equitab...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$95K - $115K *

Shape the future of compensation strategies by managing programs, aligning roles with market data, and collaborating across teams to ensure competitive pay structures and compliance with regulations w...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $150K *

Manage contract administration and negotiations, ensuring compliance with FAR/DFARS while mitigating risks. Collaborate across teams to support proposals and provide leadership with strategic guidance...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of our People function by driving AI-native operations, ensuring seamless employee experiences from onboarding to offboarding, and automating processes to enhance efficiency and engag...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

Champion a transformative People function by automating processes and enhancing employee experiences. Lead payroll, benefits, and compliance while fostering trust with managers and driving operational...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

Innovate the People function by building a world-class, AI-native operation. Own employee relations, payroll, and compliance while enhancing the employee experience through automation and strategic pa...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$89K - $166K *

Develop strategic account plans to acquire and grow revenue in the Commercial Property & Casualty insurance sector while fostering key relationships and understanding customer operational challenges f...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$110K - $150K *

Shape the future of employment law by providing strategic legal guidance on labor matters, managing disputes, and ensuring compliance across a multi-state workforce. Collaborate with HR and leadership...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $150K *

Join a team that's dedicated to navigating complex employment and labor issues. As a key legal partner, you'll manage disputes, provide strategic advice, and ensure compliance across a multi-state wor...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $150K *

Support the Human Resources team by managing employment disputes, providing legal advice, and ensuring compliance across a multi-state workforce. Collaborate with operational leaders to navigate compl...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

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.