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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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$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

$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

$73K - $107K *

Engage in the immigration process by preparing and managing visa applications, coordinating with HR and legal teams, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Collaborate with attorneys to support cli...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$200K - $500K+*

Join a team that's shaping the future of business transactions and corporate governance. Leverage your 10+ years of expertise in private equity, M&A, and compliance to drive impactful legal solutions...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in delivering comprehensive legal services, advising senior leadership on governance, compliance, and Indigenous rights while ensuring organizational alignment with strategic goals and...

Inuvik, NTIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$139K - $243K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of corporate governance by providing expert legal counsel and support on governance matters, managing key projects, and collaborating with cross-functional teams...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Transform client engagement by leading a dynamic conflicts managed services practice. Drive service quality, team development, and innovative solutions while shaping a scalable model for modernizing c...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$108K - $130K *

Champion compliance excellence by advising leadership on regulatory risks, driving ethical practices, and implementing effective strategies to foster a culture of integrity and accountability across t...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$206K - $309K *

Engineer impactful strategic partnerships and lead complex negotiations while building a high-performing legal team. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive commercial support for product initiatives...

United StatesRemote

1 month ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $200K *

Lead legal strategies and compliance initiatives, ensuring adherence to regulations while managing contracts, litigation, and corporate governance. Collaborate across departments to mitigate risks and...

2 weeks ago

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

$101K - $137K *

Lead the charge in crafting customer-centric marketing strategies that drive product adoption and engagement. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver impactful campaigns and insights, ensur...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$120K - $170K *

Unlock your legal potential by overseeing civil litigation and ensuring compliance with procedural standards. Join a dynamic team focused on timely execution, client communication, and effective risk...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Elevate the quality of resident care by overseeing compliance, quality assurance, and risk management programs. Collaborate with departments to implement policies and enhance care standards in accorda...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$90K - $115K *

Support corporate governance and compliance for U.S. and Canadian entities. Manage legal entity operations, maintain data integrity, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure effective gov...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$90K - $115K *

Empower corporate governance and compliance for U.S. and Canadian entities, managing legal entity operations and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure data integrity and timely filings a...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$160K - $250K *

Join a dynamic team as the Deputy Chief Compliance Officer leading compliance initiatives for retail securities subsidiaries. Oversee risk assessments, policy design, and compliance modernization to e...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$99K - $129K *

Join a team that's transforming nonprofit organizations through expert financial management. As an Accounting Manager/Controller, you'll lead financial planning, reporting, and compliance, ensuring ou...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$126K - $188K *

Champion the future of real estate asset management by leading a dynamic team, enhancing loan servicing processes, and ensuring compliance while fostering strong vendor and borrower relationships...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $145K *

Lead the charge in design management, overseeing projects from concept to construction. Collaborate with clients and teams to ensure timely, compliant delivery while mentoring design professionals and...

Mississauga, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 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.