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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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$130K - $196K *

Pioneer ethical compliance by guiding legal teams through complex conflicts and regulatory requirements. Leverage your legal expertise to develop policies, provide training, and ensure adherence to pr...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $90K *

Elevate organizational impact by crafting and executing a dynamic communications strategy. Collaborate with leadership to enhance outreach, engage audiences, and amplify messaging across various platf...

5 days ago

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

$205K - $381K *

Empower internal clients with expert legal counsel on corporate rights and obligations. Draft and review contracts, manage risk assessments, and navigate complex legal matters while ensuring complianc...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Empower strategic growth by developing initiatives that drive new business and increase client engagement. Collaborate with leadership to enhance business development strategies across practice groups...

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$100K - $130K *

Elevate business development strategies by partnering with practice groups to drive growth initiatives, enhance client relationships, and innovate marketing efforts within a dynamic legal environment...

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$90K - $110K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing IT support and user experience. Lead the Help Desk team, manage ticket operations, and ensure timely, professional assistance while collaborating with technic...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$175K - $210K *

Partner with us to enhance practice group operations, driving efficiency and career development while fostering collaboration. Serve as a strategic advisor, aligning departmental goals with firm-wide...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$143K - $172K *

Transform legal operations by developing efficient systems and processes, leveraging AI to enhance contract management and financial oversight, while collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$143K - $172K *

Drive efficiency in legal operations by managing systems and processes, leveraging AI for smarter workflows, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance legal performance and competitive...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Partner with us to enhance recruitment strategies and deliver exceptional candidate experiences. Lead end-to-end recruitment processes for Fee Earners, collaborating with stakeholders to ensure a seam...

London, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$240K - $260K *

Drive regulatory excellence by leading complex investigations and enforcement actions, collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to uphold market integrity and develop strategic initiative...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $150K *

Join a dynamic team to design and implement investment fund structures, managing client relationships and collaborating across departments to ensure compliance and excellence in fund documentation and...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$170K - $200K *

Reimagine investment fund structures by leading client engagements, drafting agreements, and collaborating with internal teams. This role demands expertise in legal frameworks and strong relationship...

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $150K *

Play a key role in designing and implementing investment fund structures, managing client relationships, and collaborating with internal teams to ensure compliance and effective documentation for mana...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $150K *

Drive the marketing strategy for a multi-practice law firm, owning all channels through a hands-on leadership role that encompasses team management, budgeting, and driving performance across digital a...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$64K - $100K *

Join our team to support critical risk management by conducting research, analyzing conflicts, and generating reports for lateral candidate onboarding. Collaborate with professionals to resolve confli...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$64K - $100K *

Empower the firm's risk management by conducting thorough conflicts research, analyzing results, and generating reports to support the onboarding of lateral candidates while collaborating with various...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$64K - $100K *

Lead the charge in managing conflicts of interest for lateral candidates, conducting thorough research and analysis to support risk management initiatives while collaborating with teams to ensure seam...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in civil defense litigation by managing complex cases from inception to trial. Collaborate with seasoned attorneys in a dynamic environment, ensuring strategic case development and eff...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$120K - $145K *

Optimize compliance initiatives by embedding evaluations into product lifecycles, driving cross-functional alignment, and leveraging AI tools to enhance effectiveness. Collaborate with diverse teams t...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's driving compliance excellence by embedding evaluations into product lifecycles. Collaborate cross-functionally to mitigate risks and enhance decision-making through innovative AI to...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Pioneer comprehensive regulatory operations and compliance strategies across diverse functions. Lead and develop a skilled team, ensuring adherence to regulatory standards while driving business initi...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$78K - $90K *

Shape the efficiency of legal operations by supporting attorneys with document preparation, calendar management, and client interactions, ensuring seamless office performance and exceptional service d...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $100K *

Join a team that's committed to excellence in legal support and administration. Leverage your litigation expertise and organizational skills to enhance operations, manage court filings, and provide es...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$111K - $177K *

Drive corporate tax strategies, ensuring compliance with regulations while managing a team and overseeing finance operations. Collaborate on projects and provide guidance for policy improvements to ac...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   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.