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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$120K - $165K *

Lead transformative consulting engagements to enhance healthcare coding and middle revenue cycle processes, driving operational efficiency, compliance, and financial performance across diverse project...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to advancing clinical research through statistical expertise. Collaborate with medical professionals to design, analyze, and report on clinical studies, ensuring complianc...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$203K - $245K *

Unlock potential by leading a national team of Thought Leader Liaisons to enhance KOL engagement and advocacy in oncology. Drive strategic initiatives, foster collaboration, and ensure compliance whil...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Drive procurement excellence by managing supplier relationships and optimizing processes. Take ownership of sourcing strategies, ensuring compliance and cost savings while mentoring team members in a...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $120K *

Champion the development of robust recruiting operations, ensuring seamless processes and data integrity across multiple portfolio companies while enhancing candidate experience and operational effici...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Lead the end-to-end recruiting process, enhancing strategies and partnerships across departments. Drive high-volume hiring with autonomy, ensuring a seamless candidate experience while collaborating c...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$200K - $262K *

Unlock potential by leading complex transactions in corporate development and financial partnerships. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive strategic initiatives, leveraging AI to enhance l...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$89K - $148K *

Elevate financial management and audit remediation efforts for DoD clients, leveraging expertise in accounting, internal controls, and compliance to drive strategic improvements and ensure adherence t...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$160K - $190K *

Champion the development and oversight of scientific content across diverse therapeutic areas while managing client relationships and brand strategy for multiple accounts, ensuring high-quality and im...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$86K - $165K *

Advance financial strategies within the Benefits Finance team, overseeing forecasting, reporting, and compliance for diverse benefit programs. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance proces...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$68K - $92K *

Join a dedicated team to provide vital housing assistance, ensuring compliance with HUD regulations and enhancing community support through effective program management and leadership in subsidized ho...

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

$101K - $204K *

Help us shape compensation strategies that attract and retain top talent. As a Senior Compensation Partner, you'll collaborate with leaders to navigate complex compensation challenges and enhance our...

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4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Transform patient safety operations by leading a dedicated team, ensuring compliance, and enhancing pharmacovigilance processes. Collaborate cross-functionally to deliver high-quality safety services...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$140K - $155K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $175K *

Elevate your career by joining a dynamic Employment Litigation team, representing diverse clients in various employment disputes. Collaborate with seasoned litigators and engage directly with clients...

Stamford, CTRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$165K - $190K *

Unlock potential by leading licensing and business contracts, providing strategic legal support across teams, and managing a talented unit to ensure effective contract governance and compliance in a d...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that shapes global regulatory strategy in a fast-paced environment. You will lead comprehensive regulatory plans, ensuring alignment and execution from development to post-marketing, impac...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$130K - $260K *

Champion cybersecurity excellence by leading risk assessments and compliance initiatives. Collaborate across teams to enhance security strategies, evaluate emerging threats, and ensure robust governan...

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5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$94K - $101K *

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$210K - $250K *

Join a team that's redefining employment law by offering strategic counsel and robust representation for employers on complex labor matters across Florida, with flexibility for remote work...

Miami, FLRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $275K *

Join a dynamic team of Commercial Litigation attorneys, where you will tackle complex cases, enhance your legal skills, and contribute to a collaborative environment. Ideal for driven professionals ea...

Boston, MARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$100K - $275K *

Advance your career by joining a dynamic litigation team, focusing on commercial law. Collaborate with experienced attorneys to prepare for hearings, trials, and mediations, while enjoying flexible wo...

Chicago, ILRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$110K - $130K *

Champion excellence in litigation by leveraging your skills in advocacy, research, and writing. Collaborate with a dynamic team to drive impactful results in commercial disputes while enjoying a suppo...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$100K - $275K *

Join a team that's dedicated to excellence in commercial litigation, where you'll leverage your strong writing and advocacy skills to handle diverse cases. Collaborate with driven professionals in a s...

Los Angeles, CARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$93K - $109K *

Innovate alongside executives by providing strategic support to drive organizational success, manage high-stakes priorities, and enhance workflow efficiency. You'll serve as a vital liaison and truste...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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.