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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$100K - $115K *

Drive operational excellence by overseeing daily functions, enhancing customer satisfaction, and fostering innovation. Collaborate with stakeholders to manage projects and maintain high-quality standa...

Charlotte, NCRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$140K *

Lead operational excellence across Independent Living communities, ensuring continuity during transitions. Drive financial performance, enhance resident satisfaction, and support community teams while...

Philadelphia, PARemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Drive the enhancement of Compliance Monitoring and Testing programs, ensuring regulatory alignment and effective risk management. Collaborate with stakeholders to improve operational efficiency and su...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$147K - $221K *

Drive efficient dispute resolution as a key legal partner, managing complex litigation and advising cross-functional teams. Collaborate closely with stakeholders to mitigate risks and enhance litigati...

United StatesRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by managing complex immigration cases, fostering client relationships, and mentoring junior staff. Drive efficiency and compliance while contributing to team goals in a dynamic, fast...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$100K - $130K *

Transform healthcare by leading a dynamic PMO, ensuring program transparency and compliance across multiple customer accounts while fostering collaboration and continuous improvement...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$112K - $195K *

Accelerate progress at digital modernization initiatives by leading human-centered product design. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance workflows, automate processes, and create AI-enabled experi...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$81K - $138K *

Transform user experiences by conducting in-depth UX research, synthesizing insights, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance service design and product usability for federal clients...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$125K - $135K *

Lead the charge in driving strategic project delivery across multiple squads, ensuring alignment with business priorities and effective communication among stakeholders. Utilize program management exp...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$178K - $225K *

Lead legal support for Finance and Capital Markets, ensuring compliance and strategic execution of ABS transactions and SEC reporting, while managing counsel and navigating complex agreements to drive...

United StatesRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $200K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of self-funded health plans by drafting and negotiating critical contracts. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and drive business succes...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $165K *

Empower your career by joining a dynamic team focused on employment litigation. Handle impactful cases while collaborating with driven professionals in a supportive environment that values your contri...

Baltimore, MDRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$160K - $203K *

Drive impactful legal solutions by drafting and negotiating complex data contracts. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support growth while managing risk in a fast-paced environment focused on...

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6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$80K - $95K *

Elevate your career with an impactful role where you'll drive end-to-end recruitment for U.S.-based startups, manage talent pipelines, and enhance candidate engagement in a fast-paced environment...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$170K - $195K *

Lead the charge in global regulatory submissions, managing U.S. INDs and ex-U.S. CTAs. Collaborate cross-functionally to develop strategies, ensure compliance, and drive timely approvals in a fast-pac...

San Francisco, CARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$94K - $125K *

Lead proposal development and strategies to enhance competitive bidding success. Collaborate with technical teams, manage compliance, and produce high-quality submissions while refining marketing mate...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $145K *

Join a dynamic team to negotiate complex SaaS agreements, advise on legal risks, and collaborate across departments. Your expertise will shape our approach to emerging technologies, driving business g...

CanadaRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $216K *

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$127K - $171K *

Engage with our Enterprise Risk Management team to enhance risk practices across business functions. As a trusted advisor, you'll lead initiatives, assess risks, and influence strategies to balance ri...

Des Moines, IARemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $150K *

Empower stakeholders by leading the complete contracting lifecycle for strategic suppliers and partners. Collaborate cross-functionally to negotiate complex agreements, manage risks, and optimize cont...

Morrisville, PARemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Drive impactful employment law solutions as a Virtual Office Counsel, managing administrative charges and litigation while collaborating with a skilled legal team in a flexible, remote environment foc...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$85K - $128K *

Empower sales teams with technical support and presentations to secure new business, enhance customer integration, and optimize product utilization. Collaborate on sales strategies and troubleshoot ex...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $105K *

Collaborate with us to manage federal government contracts, ensuring compliance and effective execution throughout the contracting lifecycle. Support proposal development, contract administration, and...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$115K - $120K *

Elevate compliance and product efficiency in Workers' Compensation by managing regulatory filings, implementing bureau changes, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive operational succe...

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4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $275K *

Join a team that's dedicated to excellence in employment litigation. We welcome all experience levels to thrive in a dynamic environment, offering flexible work options and a commitment to superior cl...

San Diego, CARemote

1 week 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.