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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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$126K - $176K *

Empower your career by managing project costs and fostering strong client relationships. Collaborate with diverse teams to drive successful tender processes and ensure transparent communication throug...

1 week ago

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

$126K - $176K *

Take ownership of project cost management, driving transparency and collaboration. Engage in tender processes, oversee valuations, and support dispute settlements while fostering strong relationships...

1 week ago

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

$126K - $176K *

Contribute to project success by managing costs, overseeing bids, and fostering strong client relationships. Engage with diverse teams to ensure transparency and effective communication throughout the...

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1 week ago

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

$126K - $176K *

Unlock potential by joining a dynamic team that fosters collaboration and growth. Engage in cost management, support project success, and build lasting relationships while advancing your career in a v...

Birmingham, ALRemote

1 week ago

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

$126K - $160K *

Lead cost management efforts on diverse data center projects, overseeing bid processes, project expenditures, and dispute resolutions while fostering strong team and client relationships for optimal p...

3 weeks ago

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

$126K - $160K *

Lead cost management efforts for diverse pharmaceutical projects, ensuring clear communication and robust documentation while nurturing trusted relationships with clients and teams for successful proj...

Richmond, VARemote

1 month ago

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

$135K - $160K *

Lead the charge in managing a nationwide paralegal team, driving operational efficiency, standardizing workflows, and implementing talent development initiatives across multiple offices to support leg...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$135K - $160K *

Lead the strategic oversight of a nationwide paralegal team, enhancing operational efficiency, standardizing workflows, and developing talent programs to optimize legal support across the firm...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$120K - $140K *

Elevate the legal department's technology landscape by optimizing workflows and implementing innovative solutions. Collaborate with leadership to enhance efficiency and drive strategic initiatives in...

2 weeks ago

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

$120K - $140K *

Unlock potential by leading the evolution of legal technology, optimizing workflows, and enhancing service delivery. Collaborate with stakeholders to implement innovative solutions that drive efficien...

2 weeks ago

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

$120K - $140K *

Champion the evolution of legal technology, optimizing workflows and enhancing service delivery. Collaborate with leadership to implement innovative solutions, ensuring efficiency and alignment with b...

2 weeks ago

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

$135K - $169K *

Accelerate progress at a dynamic startup by driving commercial agreements and managing risk. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support growth while gaining hands-on experience in a fast-paced...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Inspire innovation as a key member of a dynamic legal team, driving growth through strategic contract negotiation and AI tool development while navigating complex legal landscapes in a fast-paced envi...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$97K - $226K *

Champion the underwriting process by leading a dynamic team, enhancing workflows, and managing complex risks to drive financial performance and strengthen external relationships in a fast-paced enviro...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$97K - $226K *

Join our dynamic underwriting team to lead and manage support staff, enhance workflows, and drive financial performance while handling complex risks and fostering key external relationships. Your lead...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$135K - $160K *

Lead complex client engagements in financial accounting, due diligence, and forensic accounting. Combine technical expertise with project leadership to deliver practical solutions and develop consulti...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$135K - $160K *

Lead complex client engagements in financial accounting, due diligence, and forensic accounting. Manage project scope, budgets, and timelines while mentoring teams and delivering practical solutions t...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$149K - $198K *

Lead the charge in transforming legal operations by designing scalable support models, managing a dedicated team, and leveraging technology to enhance service delivery across Legal & Public Policy fun...

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Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$80K - $95K *

Manage the seamless handling of complex Liability claims while supervising staff, ensuring compliance with internal guidelines, and optimizing workloads to enhance productivity within the Claims Servi...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$165K - $190K *

Engage with our legal team to navigate commercial agreements, compliance, and privacy matters. You'll advise cross-functional teams, manage risks, and ensure our technology aligns with healthcare regu...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K *

Shape our strategic RFP operations by driving high-quality submissions and enhancing processes through AI and automation. Collaborate cross-functionally to elevate customer engagement and support reve...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K *

Join a team that's shaping the future by leading complex RFP management efforts. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance proposal quality through innovative technologies and processes while...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K *

Drive the strategic development and delivery of RFP submissions by leading cross-functional teams. Influence project outcomes, enhance processes through automation and AI, and ensure high-quality, com...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K *

Drive successful strategic responses across global business RFPs while collaborating with cross-functional teams. Enhance processes through automation and AI to streamline workflows and improve submis...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$220K - $260K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of AI in law, leading strategic transactions, and providing critical counsel in a fast-paced environment. Collaborate with diverse teams to drive governance, comp...

1 month ago

  •   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.