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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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$160K - $238K *

Join a team that's driving legal strategy in fast-paced payments and fintech. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to provide regulatory guidance, manage risk, and innovate product compliance acros...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$152K - $226K *

Empower your legal career by joining a dynamic team focused on pioneering financial services and product regulations. Collaborate across regions to offer strategic legal directions, ensuring complianc...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$87K - $134K *

Transform claims operations by leading a dedicated team, ensuring compliance, and optimizing processes to drive efficiency and performance while achieving departmental goals...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $110K *

Advance your career by managing risk for large-scale construction projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance project delivery across key sectors, ensuring effective risk management...

2 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Lead the future of tax practice by integrating planning and advice, managing client relationships, and developing a high-performing team. Drive operational efficiency and compliance while expanding th...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Transform the tax practice by leading a dedicated team, enhancing client relationships, and driving integrated planning strategies. Own the quality of tax work while fostering growth and efficiency in...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in a dynamic tax practice, integrating planning and advice while managing client relationships and developing a high-performing team. Drive operational efficiency and growth in a colla...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Take ownership of a dynamic tax practice, leading a team to deliver integrated planning and exceptional client service while driving operational growth and efficiency in a collaborative environment...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$79K - $129K *

Empower your career by driving strategic sales and client engagement in a dynamic hybrid role. Collaborate with retiree benefit leaders to enhance client satisfaction and expand business opportunities...

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2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$79K - $129K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing retiree benefits through strategic sales and client engagement. Leverage your expertise to manage complex accounts, drive growth, and foster strong relationsh...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$195K - $220K *

Lead and optimize the legal function of a dynamic company, engaging with senior leadership across diverse sectors, including real estate and clean energy, while managing risk and ensuring compliance i...

1 month ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by managing diverse IT projects, ensuring timely delivery and quality outcomes. Collaborate across teams, facilitate decision-making, and drive process improvements while embracing Ag...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $95K *

Champion project success by managing IT initiatives, coordinating resources, and ensuring timely delivery. Collaborate across teams to drive functional adoption and improve processes while navigating...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$71K - $119K *

Unlock potential by driving strategic sales enablement and AI adoption across teams. Collaborate with Sales, Marketing, and Operations to translate data into actionable insights and empower change tha...

Dayton, OHRemote

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

$68K - $113K *

Drive strategic sales enablement and AI adoption across Large Law, enhancing data utilization and commercial insights while collaborating with cross-functional teams to accelerate growth and improve s...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Empower project success by managing IT initiatives, coordinating resources, and ensuring timely delivery. Collaborate across teams to drive functional adoption and enhance project outcomes through eff...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$150K - $180K *

Elevate our legal framework as the first in-house attorney, driving strategic partnerships and negotiating significant deals while collaborating with teams across the organization to shape the future...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Advance your legal career by collaborating with a dynamic team focused on professional liability. Engage with clients and develop your skills in civil rights and litigation while enjoying a supportive...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of claims management for Non-Profits. Lead and mentor a skilled team, providing strategic direction on complex claims while ensuring exceptional service and compl...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$189K - $250K *

Unlock your potential as a Senior Venture Attorney, leading venture transactions and advising clients. Enjoy a balanced workload with a low billable hours target while building lasting relationships w...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$189K - $250K *

Join a team that's redefining venture law by leading transactions and building lasting client relationships. Enjoy a balanced workload with a low billable hours target while mentoring junior attorneys...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$240K - $265K *

Join a dynamic team to shape the future of energy projects by providing strategic legal counsel and managing contracts for nuclear and commercial pursuits. Leverage your expertise in a hybrid role to...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$240K - $265K *

Lead legal and contract management for nuclear and commercial projects, providing strategic counsel, negotiating agreements, and ensuring compliance. Optimize contract lifecycle processes while suppor...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by representing diverse employers in employment-related legal matters, providing strategic advice and litigation support, while fostering effective client relationships in a dynamic w...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$241K - $448K *

Drive the Americas Commercial Legal team, leading negotiations on complex software agreements while fostering collaboration and developing talent. Engage with stakeholders to ensure legal alignment an...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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.