Explore Legal Specialist Jobs

Find your next opportunity among Legal Specialist jobs paying $100,000 or more on Ladders. Employers rely on legal specialists to interpret regulations, manage risk, support transactions, and help teams make sound decisions. Explore vetted openings across industries and discover roles that align with your expertise, experience, and career goals.

What Does a Legal Specialist Do?

Legal Specialist is a broad job title covering professionals who provide focused legal, regulatory, or operational expertise. Responsibilities vary by organization and may include reviewing contracts, researching laws and regulations, preparing legal documents, coordinating matter workflows, supporting litigation, and advising business partners on compliance requirements. Some positions are designed for attorneys, while others emphasize paralegal, contract management, privacy, or compliance experience.

Common Legal Specialist Roles

Specializations can include contract and commercial law, corporate governance, employment law, intellectual property, privacy and data protection, regulatory compliance, and litigation support. Job titles may include Contracts Specialist, Corporate Legal Specialist, Privacy Specialist, Legal Operations Specialist, and Regulatory Affairs Specialist. Review each listing for the specific qualifications, practice area, and scope of responsibility.

Skills and Qualifications Employers Seek

Employers often value strong legal research, writing, analysis, organization, and communication skills. Depending on the role, qualifications may include a law degree or bar admission, paralegal training, contract lifecycle management experience, knowledge of relevant regulations, or familiarity with legal research and document management tools. The ability to explain complex requirements clearly and collaborate across teams is useful in many legal specialist positions.

Find Legal Specialist Jobs on Ladders

Use Ladders to explore vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Compare responsibilities and qualifications, then focus your search by specialization, industry, location, and work arrangement. Job requirements and compensation vary by employer, experience level, and market, so review each listing carefully to find roles suited to your background.

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$160K - $190K *

Champion the future of landlord-tenant litigation by managing complex cases, developing strategies, and guiding clients through resolution. Join a collaborative team in Northern California, where your...

California, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$82K - $125K *

Unlock your potential by providing essential legal services to county boards, prosecuting cases, and representing clients in various legal matters. This entry-level role offers opportunities for growt...

St. Paul, MNRemote

3 days ago

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

$88K - $108K *

Transform payer billing implementations by managing complex projects, collaborating across teams, and driving process improvements. Leverage strong problem-solving skills to enhance operational effici...

South San Francisco, CARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$86K - $165K *

Advance your career by providing proactive contract management support across the full program lifecycle. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and drive successful outcomes in...

California, USRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$86K - $165K *

Lead the charge in managing government contracts, ensuring compliance and effective communication with cross-functional teams to achieve customer goals while navigating complex regulations and fosteri...

Texas, USRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Drive regulatory intelligence initiatives to ensure compliance and support clinical research. Collaborate with experts to assess regulatory changes, track global guidelines, and enhance impact assessm...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$63K - $117K *

Drive results by investigating and resolving homeowner claims with efficiency, using both field inspections and virtual technology to ensure exceptional customer service and satisfaction while adherin...

Los Angeles, CARemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$75K - $120K *

Advance your career by implementing innovative SaaS solutions, configuring custom workflows, and driving system integration projects. Collaborate with a dynamic team to tackle complex challenges and d...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$255K - $474K *

Lead AI revenue growth by driving strategy and execution across sales, partnerships, and customer success. Build and manage a high-performing team to enhance AI adoption and market share in the legal...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$110K - $130K *

Drive operational excellence by evaluating government departments, analyzing workflows, and delivering actionable recommendations to enhance service delivery and efficiency across various functions an...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$118K - $186K *

Champion the defense of insurance lawsuits in New York courts, managing all aspects of litigation. Collaborate with the Claims Department, prepare legal documents, and represent clients in trials and...

Westbury, NYRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$132K - $221K *

Drive enterprise-wide legal support for global contracting activities, focusing on procurement and technology transactions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to manage risks and ensure complianc...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$180K - $220K *

Lead the development and execution of global government affairs strategies, fostering relationships with key stakeholders and providing strategic counsel on policy and regulatory matters impacting the...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Transform the insurance appeals process by managing, researching, and drafting compliant responses to billing deductions. Collaborate with legal teams to enhance efficiency and build strong relationsh...

United StatesRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$140K - $160K *

Lead quantitative research initiatives to provide data-driven insights for clients, leveraging analytics expertise and communications skills to foster strategic partnerships and influence decisions wi...

Washington, DCRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$63K - $111K *

Join a team that's dedicated to providing top-notch administrative support to program leadership and project personnel, ensuring smooth operations and effective communication across multidisciplinary...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

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

$132K - $198K *

Unlock potential by leading complex litigation cases in a collaborative environment. This role requires a seasoned attorney to independently manage cases from inception to trial, ensuring effective co...

New York, NYRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$74K - $148K *

Shape the future of pension administration by leading special projects and ensuring successful data management while collaborating with diverse teams to meet client expectations and drive growth in Bu...

Chicago, ILRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$145K - $155K *

Support employee relations and advisory services, guiding managers on compliance and performance issues while enhancing workforce planning and development initiatives. Engage in special projects to im...

Washington, DCRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Accelerate progress at a key leadership role driving proposal and contract management. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance operational effectiveness, ensure quality deliverables, and contribute...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$86K - $125K *

Transform the legal landscape by providing expert representation in complex litigation. Engage in high-profile cases, advocate for public interests, and collaborate with state agencies to ensure justi...

Indianapolis, INRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by providing expert epidemiological insights into occupational exposures for military aviation and firefighter data sets, driving impactful research and analysis to enhance safety...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Champion creditor rights by managing bankruptcy cases, providing legal guidance, and ensuring compliance with federal and local regulations. Collaborate with clients and staff to navigate complex lega...

Dallas, TXRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to advancing research through effective contract management and procurement oversight. Lead negotiations, ensure compliance, and support the research community while super...

Lawrence, KSRemote

1 week ago

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

$81K - $110K *

Explore a pivotal role in competitive intelligence, conducting in-depth research and analysis to support strategic decision-making across various departments, driving business growth and client retent...

Palo Alto, CARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Legal Specialist do?question toggle

    A Legal Specialist applies focused legal, regulatory, or operational knowledge to work such as contract review, legal research, compliance support, document preparation, privacy matters, or litigation coordination. Duties depend on the employer and specialization.

  • What qualifications are needed for Legal Specialist jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary. Some roles require a law degree and bar admission, while others seek paralegal education, contract management or compliance experience, and strong research, writing, and organizational skills. Check each job listing for its specific criteria.

  • What types of Legal Specialist jobs are available?question toggle

    Common areas include contracts, corporate governance, employment law, privacy, intellectual property, regulatory compliance, legal operations, and litigation support.

  • Do Legal Specialist jobs pay $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Ladders features vetted professional jobs with salaries of $100,000 or more. Compensation for Legal Specialist roles varies by location, employer, specialization, and experience, so review the salary details in each listing.

  • How can I find the right Legal Specialist role?question toggle

    Compare job responsibilities and required qualifications, and narrow your search by practice area, industry, location, and work arrangement. Tailor your résumé to highlight relevant legal expertise and measurable results.