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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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$86K - $138K *

Transform documentation practices by leading accessibility initiatives, ensuring compliance with federal standards, and mentoring a team of writers to enhance the quality and efficiency of deliverable...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$142K - $177K *

Lead legal initiatives by drafting documents, managing records, and providing counsel. Collaborate with executives to shape organizational direction while ensuring compliance and supporting continuous...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$141K - $234K *

Shape the future of privacy and AI governance by providing expert legal guidance on compliance with evolving regulations, collaborating cross-functionally to enhance governance programs, and ensuring...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$131K - $207K *

Elevate our enterprise-wide Ethics & Compliance program by leading investigations and compliance initiatives. Collaborate with senior leadership to strengthen compliance capabilities in a highly regul...

Virginia, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$96K - $101K *

Empower domestic workers by leading impactful research initiatives that inform advocacy and policy development. Drive strategic research agendas, mentor a dedicated team, and collaborate with diverse...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Transform partner capabilities by delivering expert training and support on NoTraffic solutions, ensuring proficiency in installation and software use through hands-on guidance and collaboration with...

California, USRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$111K - $121K *

Lead high-profile communications for federal oversight, ensuring accuracy and timeliness. Manage a dedicated team, streamline processes, and uphold quality standards in correspondence with Congress an...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $130K *

Join a team that's redefining Workers' Compensation filings. Leverage your expertise to manage complex engagements, navigate state regulations, and serve as a trusted advisor, ensuring compliance and...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Collaborate with HR and legal teams to provide comprehensive employment law support, drafting and negotiating contracts while ensuring compliance with regulations. Balance legal risks with business ob...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Join a dynamic legal team where you will supervise and mentor while managing your own family law caseload. Enjoy courtroom exposure and a supportive environment designed to enhance your practice and l...

Phoenix, AZRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$120K - $145K *

Shape your career by providing strategic legal guidance across commercial, product, and regulatory domains. Collaborate with diverse teams to navigate complex agreements and compliance issues, ensurin...

Philadelphia, PARemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$240K - $300K *

Drive revenue growth by engaging top-tier law firms, cultivating relationships, and executing strategic sales initiatives. Collaborate with leadership to exceed sales targets and enhance market presen...

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3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$160K - $220K *

Transform commercial contracting by leading negotiations and enhancing workflows. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive compliance and strategic outcomes, ensuring legal support scales effe...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$115K - $160K *

Drive impactful litigation strategies while managing cases independently. Collaborate with a dynamic team, mentor junior attorneys, and maintain strong client relationships to achieve excellence in le...

California, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$120K - $140K *

Grow your career with a dynamic role supporting corporate governance and equity administration. Collaborate with legal teams to ensure compliance, manage board materials, and oversee equity plans whil...

New York, NYRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$89K - $130K *

Elevate your career by leading impactful litigation and advocacy initiatives for disability rights. Collaborate with a dedicated team to enhance access and challenge discrimination, while mentoring ot...

California, USRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$69K - $125K *

Transform regulatory insights into actionable strategies by analyzing national and state legislative activities. Collaborate with legal and business teams to ensure compliance and support effective de...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $145K *

Shape the future of legal operations by leading a dynamic team focused on automation and technology. Drive efficiency in contract management and vendor relationships while defining metrics that enhanc...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $90K *

Oversee complex federal acquisitions, providing strategic guidance and compliance support. Lead full lifecycle contract management, mentor junior staff, and ensure effective execution of high-level pr...

Columbus, OHRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $90K *

Unlock potential by leading complex federal acquisitions, providing strategic guidance, and ensuring compliance. This senior role requires extensive contracting expertise to manage high-level procurem...

Denver, CORemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $90K *

Drive your career by leading complex federal acquisitions, providing strategic guidance, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Leverage your expertise in contracting to support the Department of V...

Phoenix, AZRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $90K *

Manage complex federal acquisitions, providing strategic guidance and compliance oversight. Collaborate with stakeholders to execute high-level contracting responsibilities, ensuring effective procure...

Austin, TXRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$125K - $160K *

Join a dynamic team as a Sr. Health Benefit Plan Consulting Attorney, leveraging your expertise in healthcare law to navigate complex regulatory issues, support consulting services, and drive complian...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$115K - $190K *

Elevate client experiences by guiding them through complex immigration cases, managing legal strategies, and leveraging technology for efficiency. Collaborate with diverse clients, ensuring clear comm...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$160K - $200K *

Join a team that's redefining forensics and collections globally. Lead a skilled team, enhance operational efficiency, and drive client engagement while ensuring compliance and defensibility across re...

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1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 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.