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 - $138K *

Transform insights into action by conducting complex research to support attorneys and business professionals across diverse practice areas, leveraging advanced technologies and delivering high-qualit...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$75K - $90K *

Elevate your career by supporting attorneys in family and business law. Manage case files, conduct legal research, and ensure seamless communication with clients and court personnel while thriving in...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$90K - $130K *

Lead the charge in building legal infrastructure for a growing uranium enrichment company. Collaborate with legal teams to manage corporate governance, subsidiary administration, and regulatory compli...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$160K - $190K *

Partner with us to provide strategic legal counsel in a dynamic, agile environment. Support our teams with commercial agreements and promote electrification efforts while fostering collaboration and e...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$75K - $100K *

Join a team that's dedicated to managing complex injury claims with expertise. You'll handle litigation, strategize with counsel, and ensure compliance while maintaining high service standards and eff...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$79K - $91K *

Unlock potential by assisting attorneys in litigation processes, preparing legal documents, and reviewing paralegal work. Collaborate in a dynamic team environment to support law enforcement initiativ...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$79K - $91K *

Explore a vital role in supporting litigation efforts against criminal enterprises. Collaborate with attorneys, manage legal documents, and contribute to impactful cases that shape law enforcement ini...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $112K *

Contribute to our dynamic Litigation Practice Group by providing essential administrative support to attorneys, ensuring efficient trial preparation and case management while enhancing communication a...

2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $112K *

Transform the litigation support landscape by providing essential administrative assistance to attorneys, ensuring seamless trial preparation and effective case management while leveraging your expert...

3 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Shape the future of contract governance and compliance by enhancing legal operations, managing risks, and streamlining processes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure effective contract m...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

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

$75K - $90K *

Transform legal operations by enhancing contract governance, compliance, and risk management. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and mitigate potential risks while ensuring efficient...

Hamilton, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

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

$75K - $90K *

Drive compliance and legal operations by enhancing contract governance, managing risks, and coordinating with external counsel. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure effective legal practices and su...

Kitchener, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

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

$157K - $216K *

Lead impactful civil rights litigation, strategizing on complex cases and supervising diverse teams to advance racial justice. Collaborate with policy experts and community partners to drive systemic...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$164K - $224K *

Champion civil rights by leading litigation efforts on critical issues. Oversee case teams, develop strategies, and engage with community partners to advance racial justice initiatives. Collaborate in...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$142K - $194K *

Drive impactful civil rights litigation by leading case teams and strategizing on complex issues. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to advance racial justice and support policy initiatives while m...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$150K - $180K *

Inspire innovation as a key member of a dynamic legal team, driving growth through strategic contract negotiation and AI tool development while navigating complex legal landscapes in a fast-paced envi...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$105K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring billing compliance and accuracy. In this senior role, you'll manage client guidelines, oversee billing processes, and collaborate cross-functionally to enhance...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $95K *

Empower our team to manage sensitive legal requests, ensuring compliance and timely responses. Collaborate with Legal and GRC to streamline processes, enhance support operations, and uphold data priva...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by managing sensitive legal requests and ensuring compliance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline processes, respond to inquiries, and uphold data protection stan...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team to manage sensitive legal requests, ensuring compliance and timely responses. Collaborate with Legal and GRC to streamline processes, enhance support operations, and safeguard user...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$115K - $160K *

Join a team that's dedicated to advancing appellate law by supporting attorneys in high-stakes litigation. Leverage your expertise in appellate procedures and exceptional writing skills to contribute...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$110K - $130K *

Explore the future of legal technology by partnering with litigation teams to design and implement AI-driven workflows that enhance efficiency and accuracy in legal processes, ensuring compliance and...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring compliance and regulatory excellence in the insurance sector. You'll support licensing across all states, engage in diverse legal matters, and collaborate with...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $90K *

Lead a dynamic team as you manage a diverse caseload, ensuring meticulous document preparation and case organization in a fast-paced legal environment. Collaborate closely with counsel throughout all...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$160K - $200K *

Build and oversee the legal, regulatory, and compliance function, driving contract negotiations and establishing standards for commercial agreements. Collaborate with founders and cross-functional tea...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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.