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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$82K - $131K *

Engage in regulatory leadership for complex, federally regulated clinical trials. Oversee study start-up, compliance, and mentoring while ensuring adherence to federal regulations and best practices f...

Connecticut, USRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

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

$120K - $130K *

Oversee the entire contract lifecycle, ensuring swift execution while managing risk. Collaborate cross-functionally to negotiate terms and enhance processes, directly impacting revenue and vendor perf...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$280K - $340K *

Transform regulatory strategy and operations across CMC and clinical activities, leading a high-performing team to ensure compliance and successful product approvals from development through post-appr...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Champion innovation by providing legal guidance on digital identity products, ensuring compliance and risk management throughout the product lifecycle. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to navig...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $200K *

Join a team that’s dedicated to providing exceptional legal counsel in Product and General Liability. Bring your extensive experience and strategic thinking to make a significant impact in a fully rem...

Pittsburgh, PARemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$160K - $200K *

Unlock potential by joining a growing legal team focused on public and private clients. Contribute your expertise remotely while shaping legal strategies across key practice areas in North and South C...

Greensboro, NCRemote

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $275K *

Manage complex commercial litigation cases, focusing on class action and employment disputes. Collaborate with clients and colleagues, ensuring superior service while handling litigation aspects with...

Cincinnati, OHRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$100K - $275K *

Join a dynamic team focusing on complex commercial litigation and class actions. Leverage your 2-5 years of litigation experience to drive impactful results while contributing to a diverse and inclusi...

Columbus, OHRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$100K - $275K *

Lead the charge in complex commercial litigation, focusing on class action and employment cases. Ideal for self-starters with strong writing and analytical skills, offering flexible remote or hybrid w...

Cleveland, OHRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$125K - $150K *

Develop and execute innovative strategies for employment law cases. Handle litigation tasks, mentor junior staff, and collaborate with a talented team to deliver exceptional legal services in a flexib...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$145K - $150K *

Join a team that's dedicated to advancing justice and democracy by leading foundation relations efforts. Drive funding strategies, manage a diverse portfolio, and collaborate with top policy reformers...

Washington, DCRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$80K - $95K *

Manage multiple Corporate Performance Management projects, providing strategic guidance and ensuring timely deliverables. Utilize strong communication and organizational skills to coordinate tasks and...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $150K *

Manage diverse legal matters in a dynamic industrial environment, providing strategic support across commercial contracts, regulatory compliance, and corporate governance while collaborating closely w...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$150K - $180K *

Empower engineering teams to innovate and deliver high-quality SaaS products. Lead technical direction, enhance system architecture, and foster collaboration across teams to drive user-centric solutio...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$110K - $130K *

Lead strategic partnerships by engaging with crypto/AI builders, building a robust pipeline through outreach and relationship-building, and closing complex deals to position us as the preferred securi...

New York City, NYRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $95K *

Drive the successful adoption of advanced hearing solutions by providing expert clinical support and education to healthcare professionals. Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to enhance p...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$118K - $186K *

Advance legal strategies by defending insurance lawsuits in New York courts. Collaborate with claims teams, prepare legal documents, and represent clients in trials, ensuring effective resolution of c...

Westbury, NYRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $115K *

Lead claims litigation activities by managing case strategies and directing teams. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to ensure compliance with state laws while enhancing claims-handling protocols...

Columbia, MORemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $94K *

Unlock potential by joining a dynamic team that supports military transitions into civilian roles. Gain hands-on experience in IT project management while collaborating with industry leaders to enhanc...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Shape your legal career by managing cases, guiding clients, and collaborating with a dynamic team. Contribute to a supportive environment while honing your skills in a fast-paced setting, ensuring cli...

Burbank, CARemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$95K - $115K *

Shape the future of configuration management by overseeing hardware inventory, documentation, and product releases. Collaborate with teams to implement effective change management processes throughout...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$155K - $180K *

Join a team that's dedicated to providing comprehensive legal support across employment, commercial, and compliance matters. Collaborate with internal teams and clients while developing expertise in a...

New Jersey, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $124K *

Transform corporate legal operations by managing due diligence, governance, and vendor relationships. Collaborate across teams to ensure compliance and streamline processes, while supporting attorneys...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Shape the future of compliance by overseeing the Corporate Compliance Program. Partner with leadership to ensure adherence to regulatory standards, develop training, and manage compliance risks across...

Maryland, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team providing strategic legal counsel on employment law matters, including employee relations and litigation management. Collaborate with HR and business leaders to mitigate risks and...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 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.