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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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$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...

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  •   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...

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  •   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...

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  •   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...

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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...

2 weeks ago

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

$110K - $150K *

Lead the charge in managing employment and labor legal matters, providing strategic guidance to HR and operational leaders. Handle disputes, compliance, and training across a multi-state workforce whi...

2 weeks ago

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

$110K - $150K *

Champion effective employment practices by providing legal guidance on disputes, compliance, and HR matters. Collaborate with leadership to ensure sound decision-making and manage litigation across a...

2 weeks ago

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

$65K - $100K *

Analyze title records and documents to determine ownership, identify issues, and ensure clear title commitments. Collaborate with legal and escrow teams while managing multiple cases effectively in a...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $150K *

Drive impactful employment and labor legal strategies, managing disputes and providing expert guidance to HR and leadership across a multi-state workforce. Collaborate effectively to ensure compliance...

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

$127K - $204K *

Unlock potential by leading product lifecycle management and commercialization strategies. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure product readiness and market alignment, driving successful launches...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Lead a team of legal support staff to enhance office operations, ensuring attorneys receive optimal assistance and a conducive work environment. Drive performance, manage staffing, and foster collabor...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$91K - $146K *

Unlock potential by managing trademark portfolios, assisting attorneys with filings, and conducting due diligence. Collaborate in a dynamic environment, ensuring compliance and timely updates while su...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$135K - $190K *

Transform strategic proposals for a leading Corporate practice, driving growth and client engagement. Collaborate with partners to create compelling pitches and manage RFP processes, ensuring high sta...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$120K - $160K *

Shape the future of legal services by providing expert counsel on corporate governance, real estate, and compliance. Collaborate with leadership to enhance institutional effectiveness and navigate com...

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1 week ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's redefining contract management by owning the CLM platform's daily administration, configuration, and continuous improvement to enhance compliance and efficiency within our contract...

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4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$100K - $120K *

Unlock potential by leading end-to-end procurement for complex projects, ensuring timely and cost-effective sourcing while collaborating with cross-functional teams to achieve project objectives and d...

1 week ago

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

$110K - $120K *

Accelerate product development by leading end-to-end processes, integrating advanced technologies, and driving outcomes across a suite of digital solutions for legal service operations, while ensuring...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $95K *

Shape the future of regulatory compliance by leading monitoring efforts, providing expert guidance, and ensuring adherence to all laws within our Compliance Management framework. Collaborate across te...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Elevate compliance standards by leading an effective Regulatory Compliance Monitoring function within Risk Management. Oversee audits, advise on compliance issues, and ensure adherence to regulations...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Elevate your career by driving compliance excellence within our risk management frameworks. You'll monitor regulatory adherence, advise on compliance issues, and participate in training, ensuring a cu...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 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.