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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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$400K - $450K *

Unlock potential by leading a high-impact Legal Engineering team, fostering collaboration across functions, and driving excellence in customer engagements. Shape the future of legal operations while e...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$163K - $203K *

Lead the charge in executing compliance strategies across regulated sectors, ensuring robust oversight and operational clarity while collaborating with cross-functional teams to navigate regulatory la...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to lead and manage multiple large-scale projects, collaborating with diverse stakeholders to deliver innovative software solutions in a global legal environment. Drive project succ...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to driving HR initiatives and supporting business leaders. This role focuses on talent management, employee engagement, and change management, ensuring effective recruitme...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic legal team to manage IP operations and enhance portfolio accuracy. Collaborate with leadership while ensuring efficient workflows, document control, and cross-functional support in a fa...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Deliver impactful internal audit leadership by executing comprehensive audits, enhancing control environments, and driving process improvements. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support orga...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$110K - $130K *

Pioneer the financial operations of a leading law firm by overseeing accounting functions, ensuring compliance, and guiding strategic financial planning. Collaborate with leadership to enhance profita...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$146K - $183K *

Elevate compliance standards by managing securities oversight, testing, and policy creation. Collaborate with various teams to ensure regulatory adherence and operational resilience while offering str...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$163K - $203K *

Empower regulatory compliance by designing and executing oversight programs, ensuring operational clarity across financial services while collaborating with cross-functional teams to uphold high stand...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$163K - $203K *

Drive compliance excellence by executing a robust testing program, supporting regulatory investigations, and maintaining governance across diverse financial products within a collaborative team enviro...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$133K - $152K *

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

$133K - $152K *

Join a dynamic Project Controls team to identify and mitigate risks, ensuring successful project delivery. Leverage your analytical skills to transform complex data into actionable insights, collabora...

3 days ago

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

$133K - $152K *

Empower project success by identifying and mitigating risks in construction. Collaborate with teams to develop strategies, analyze data, and communicate insights, ensuring quality and financial perfor...

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

$133K - $152K *

Champion risk management excellence by identifying, assessing, and mitigating project risks. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance project delivery through data-driven insights and strategic risk p...

3 days ago

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

$133K - $152K *

Transform project outcomes by leading risk management initiatives. Collaborate with diverse teams to identify, assess, and mitigate risks, ensuring successful delivery of construction projects while e...

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

$110K - $130K *

Optimize corporate governance and entity management by advising senior leadership, maintaining compliance, and ensuring accurate documentation across multiple affiliated entities. Collaborate with leg...

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

$145K - $175K *

Lead the strategic growth of insurance services, empowering teams to enhance client outcomes and drive profitability across North America while ensuring compliance and operational excellence...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$145K - $175K *

Shape the future of insurance services by leading strategic growth, empowering teams, and enhancing client outcomes across North America. Drive performance and compliance while fostering strong partne...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$145K - $175K *

Shape the future of insurance services by leading strategic growth, empowering teams, and enhancing client outcomes across North America. Drive profitability and compliance while fostering strong part...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$210K - $250K *

Lead the development of a cutting-edge legal function, collaborating closely with the General Counsel to navigate complex regulatory landscapes and shape innovative financial products in the AI-driven...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$210K - $250K *

Lead the charge in shaping a pioneering legal function, partnering closely with the General Counsel to drive innovative solutions in the AI-centric crypto landscape, while managing complex deals and r...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$145K - $175K *

Drive impactful litigation and regulatory strategies while advising senior leadership. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to navigate high-stakes legal matters and shape the legal landscape in a...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Elevate your career by steering project financials and fostering client relationships in a dynamic environment. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance project outcomes and drive success, while mana...

3 weeks ago

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

$150K - $180K *

Invent innovative legal strategies for real estate initiatives, managing a team to ensure successful store developments and property management legal matters across multiple locations while minimizing...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$160K - $190K *

Join a team that's redefining enterprise legal frameworks. You'll lead negotiations, advise on complex contracts, and partner with cross-functional teams to navigate regulatory landscapes while drivin...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information 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.