Explore Paralegal Jobs

Find paralegal opportunities that match your experience, legal expertise, and career goals. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, including senior and specialized roles with law firms, corporations, financial institutions, and other organizations.

What Paralegals Do

Paralegals support attorneys and legal teams by organizing case materials, conducting legal research, preparing and reviewing documents, coordinating filings, and tracking deadlines. Responsibilities vary by employer and practice area, with experienced professionals often taking ownership of complex matters and legal operations.

Paralegal Specialties and Career Paths

Explore roles in litigation, corporate law, contracts, intellectual property, compliance, real estate, and other areas. Job titles may include senior paralegal, corporate paralegal, litigation paralegal, and paralegal manager. Specialized knowledge and substantial experience can open paths to leadership and higher-paying positions.

Qualifications Employers Seek

Employers commonly look for strong legal research, writing, communication, organization, and document-management skills. Relevant experience, familiarity with legal technology, and knowledge of the requirements in a particular practice area can strengthen your candidacy. Credential preferences vary by employer and location.

Find Your Next Paralegal Role

Search paralegal jobs on Ladders to discover vetted opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Review each listing for responsibilities, qualifications, location, and compensation details, then tailor your résumé to highlight measurable contributions and relevant legal experience.

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$85K - $90K *

Empower organizational excellence by leading comprehensive audits, identifying process improvements, and fostering collaborative relationships with finance and operational leaders to enhance overall e...

Atlanta, GARemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$189K - $284K *

Lead compliance initiatives by advising business teams on legal risks, developing tools for ethical decision-making, and fostering strong relationships across functions to ensure adherence to regulati...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $170K *

Champion growth by managing strategic partnerships with enterprise service professionals. Leverage data-driven insights to drive retention and revenue, while building trusted relationships with execut...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in managing client projects, ensuring high-quality delivery on time and within budget while fostering excellent customer service and collaboration across teams...

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5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$97K - $131K *

Shape the future of tribal nations by leading audit processes, ensuring financial integrity, and nurturing client relationships. Drive team performance and provide insights that make a meaningful diff...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$87K - $157K *

Lead the execution of the Medicare Compliance Advisory program, ensuring adherence to CMS regulations. Collaborate with stakeholders to provide regulatory guidance, conduct audits, and enhance complia...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$88K - $105K *

Drive operational excellence by owning the Professional Services intake and workflow governance processes, ensuring efficient request management and seamless team collaboration to enhance service deli...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$272K - $340K *

Elevate your career by leading CMC Regulatory strategy and execution. Drive submissions, build a high-performing team, and engage with global health authorities to ensure compliance and success in dru...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$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

$170K - $200K *

Lead the charge in managing complex Life Sciences programs, ensuring alignment with customer commitments. Drive delivery across teams, proactively addressing risks and building a PMO as the business s...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $145K *

Empower business growth by leveraging advanced analytics to drive data-driven decision-making across Commercial, Operations, and Finance, transforming complex data into actionable insights for measura...

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4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$210K - $250K *

Partner with us to lead transformative HR initiatives in a dynamic professional services environment. Shape talent strategies, drive AI integration, and build a robust People Services practice that su...

RemoteRemote

6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Advance your career by leading clinical research projects and ensuring compliance with timelines and standards. Collaborate with stakeholders and clinical sites to safeguard subjects' rights and data...

United StatesRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $200K *

Drive account growth by managing client relationships and fostering strategic partnerships. This dynamic role engages with clients, executing sales strategies to expand product adoption while ensuring...

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Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$97K - $132K *

Shape impactful educational proposals by leading RFP responses and submissions. Collaborate across teams to craft persuasive narratives and ensure compliance, driving state approvals and district awar...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

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

$120K - $145K *

Oversee and manage AI data operations programs, ensuring high-quality data for model training. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve challenges and implement scalable solutions that align...

Menlo Park, CARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$65K - $98K *

Champion the investigation of healthcare fraud and abuse, ensuring compliance with regulations. Analyze data, conduct audits, and collaborate with external agencies to identify and resolve fraudulent...

Providence, RIRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$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

$155K - $259K *

Innovate the future of underwriting by leading strategic initiatives, mentoring talent, and driving excellence in complex risk evaluation. Collaborate across departments to enhance profitability and m...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $110K *

Advance your career by delivering critical cost estimates for federal programs. Collaborate with a dynamic team to enhance national security through effective budgeting and analysis of advanced commun...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$125K - $170K *

Lead the charge in managing complex contracts for a major program, ensuring compliance and strategic alignment. Collaborate with teams to develop proposals, negotiate terms, and maintain strong relati...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$228K - $342K *

Advance the future of R&D governance and portfolio management by leading strategic decision-making processes, optimizing operational efficiency, and ensuring seamless progression of therapeutic assets...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$138K - $186K *

Unlock your potential as a principal technical leader for enterprise Unix and Linux platforms, driving architecture, automation, and lifecycle management to deliver resilient infrastructure for critic...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$84K - $152K *

Unlock your potential as you oversee complex securities transactions, ensuring compliance and enhancing customer experience. Collaborate across teams to facilitate smooth operations and uphold regulat...

Pittsburgh, PARemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to advancing Arizona litigation matters. As a key in-state attorney, you'll represent clients in court, manage cases, and collaborate with a supportive team to ensure time...

Arizona, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a paralegal do?question toggle

    Paralegals assist attorneys and legal teams with tasks such as legal research, document preparation and review, case organization, filing coordination, and deadline tracking. Duties depend on the employer and practice area.

  • What types of paralegal jobs can I find?question toggle

    Common opportunities include litigation, corporate, senior, intellectual property, contracts, compliance, and real estate paralegal roles, as well as paralegal manager positions.

  • What qualifications are commonly required for paralegal jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary, but employers often value relevant legal experience, research and writing ability, attention to detail, organization, and familiarity with legal technology. Some roles may request particular education, credentials, or practice-area expertise.

  • How can I find paralegal jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Browse vetted paralegal listings on Ladders, where professional opportunities pay $100,000 or more. Check each listing's compensation details and qualifications to find roles suited to your background.

  • How can I strengthen my application for a paralegal role?question toggle

    Tailor your résumé to the role, emphasize relevant practice-area experience and legal tools, and describe concrete contributions such as improving document workflows, supporting complex matters, or managing high-volume caseloads.