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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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$200K - $275K *

Optimize legal strategies across multiple entities, managing litigation and compliance while providing proactive guidance on risk mitigation and operational matters. Collaborate with stakeholders to e...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$115K - $135K *

Transform business development strategies by building relationships, driving growth initiatives, and expanding client bases. Collaborate with teams to enhance market presence and achieve strategic obj...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$207K - $220K *

Lead strategic legal guidance on labor and employment matters, overseeing a team while collaborating with leadership to enhance compliance and mitigate risks. Drive initiatives that align legal strate...

1 week ago

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

$120K - $145K *

Champion high-impact commercial opportunities and drive strategic revenue growth through pipeline management and stakeholder engagement across major accounts. Shape successful go-to-market strategies...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$150K - $180K *

Serve as the principal legal officer, providing strategic counsel to senior leaders while overseeing legal services and managing risks across a large, bilingual institution. Lead a team to ensure comp...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

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

$100K - $130K *

Transform the future of employment law by engaging with clients and guiding them through legal challenges. Collaborate with a dynamic team to address labor and employment matters, ensuring high standa...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $95K *

Shape the future of contract governance and compliance by enhancing legal operations, managing risks, and streamlining processes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure effective contract m...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$75K - $90K *

Transform legal operations by enhancing contract governance, compliance, and risk management. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and mitigate potential risks while ensuring efficient...

Hamilton, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$75K - $90K *

Drive compliance and legal operations by enhancing contract governance, managing risks, and coordinating with external counsel. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure effective legal practices and su...

Kitchener, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$87K - $134K *

Transform your career by leading a dynamic team in liability claims administration. Drive operational excellence, develop best practices, and ensure compliance while fostering an environment of growth...

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $165K *

Empower our legal team by managing and negotiating complex commercial agreements. Collaborate with sales and services to mitigate risks and ensure compliance while providing strategic legal guidance a...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$66K - $102K *

Empower clients by providing essential case management and litigation support in immigration law. Collaborate with a dedicated team to assist detained individuals, ensuring their rights are protected...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$110K - $130K *

Unlock your potential as a key legal advisor, managing complex commercial agreements and guiding internal teams. Collaborate across departments to mitigate risks and ensure compliance while supporting...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $225K *

Drive security governance, risk, and compliance initiatives, enhancing client trust and audit readiness. Collaborate with teams to mature enterprise risk programs and ensure adherence to industry stan...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $225K *

Lead the charge in enhancing our security governance, risk, and compliance program. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance, manage audits, and mature enterprise risk initiatives...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$260K - $280K *

Champion NA employment law strategy by providing expert legal guidance, overseeing compliance, and leading a team of professionals. Enhance organizational culture while mitigating risks and aligning p...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Elevate your career by overseeing entitlements for residential communities. Drive project success through collaboration with internal teams and external agencies. Your expertise will navigate complex...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$95K - $115K *

Shape the future of residential communities by managing entitlements, coordinating agency approvals, and ensuring alignment with development schedules while overseeing external consultants and interna...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$95K - $95K *

Empower teams to implement innovative projects, streamline processes, and deliver quality solutions that meet clients' needs on time and budget, while fostering collaborative environments and driving...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$75K - $90K *

Lead the charge in supporting a dynamic litigation team by managing complex cases, preparing legal documents, and ensuring efficient operations from inception to resolution in a fast-paced environment...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$94K - $99K *

Optimize legal support by managing contract negotiations and compliance across departments. Drive effective processes to mitigate risk and align with business goals while collaborating with stakeholde...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$160K - $267K *

Join a dynamic team as a legal partner, providing strategic employment law counsel across US entities. Leverage your expertise to navigate complex workplace issues, mitigate risks, and support corpora...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$118K - $145K *

Join a dynamic team as you develop and execute government relations strategies, enhancing organizational influence with government and stakeholders while managing a high-performing team to achieve str...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$118K - $145K *

Innovate government relations strategies to enhance organizational influence. Collaborate across departments to address public policy issues and manage a high-performing team, ensuring alignment with...

Edmonton, ABIn-Person

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$118K - $145K *

Empower our team by developing and executing impactful government relations strategies. Collaborate across departments to enhance our influence and reputation with government stakeholders, ensuring al...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

Today

  •   8 - 10 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.