Vice President, Corporate Counsel Jobs

Explore Vice President, Corporate Counsel opportunities on Ladders, featuring vetted professional roles paying $100,000 or more. These senior in-house legal leaders advise executives and boards, guide business decisions, and help organizations manage legal and regulatory risk.

What Does a Vice President, Corporate Counsel Do?

A Vice President of Corporate Counsel typically leads or supports an organization’s in-house legal function. Responsibilities may include advising leadership on corporate governance, commercial agreements, mergers and acquisitions, securities matters, employment issues, privacy, and regulatory compliance. The scope varies by company, industry, and legal team structure.

Common Qualifications

Employers commonly seek a law degree, active admission to a state bar, and extensive experience practicing law, often including in-house leadership. Strong candidates combine sound legal judgment with business fluency, clear communication, negotiation skills, and the ability to translate complex issues into practical guidance. Requirements differ by employer and jurisdiction.

Where These Roles Are Found

Vice President, Corporate Counsel positions are available across industries such as technology, finance, healthcare, manufacturing, and consumer products. Some roles focus on a particular area, such as commercial transactions, corporate governance, compliance, or strategic deals, while others oversee a broad portfolio of legal matters.

Explore Senior Corporate Counsel Opportunities

Use Ladders to discover vetted Vice President, Corporate Counsel jobs with salaries of $100,000 or more. Review each listing for responsibilities, qualifications, location, and compensation details to find roles aligned with your legal expertise and leadership goals.

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$143K - $177K *

Join a team that's dedicated to providing strategic legal counsel, managing litigation, and mitigating risks for a leading automotive company. This role involves cross-functional collaboration and sup...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $225K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering exceptional legal representation in personal injury litigation. This role involves managing cases from inception to trial, leading a dynamic team, and engagi...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$150K - $225K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering exceptional legal representation. Manage a full caseload of personal injury litigation, lead a dynamic team, and thrive in a fast-paced environment while adv...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$120K - $145K *

Support business stakeholders by providing legal advisory on real estate operations, disputes, and transactions. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance, manage risks, and optimize the real proper...

1 week ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Partner with us to provide strategic legal support for real estate operations, manage disputes, and ensure compliance. Leverage your expertise in transactions and risk mitigation to optimize our real...

1 week ago

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

$129K - $190K *

Empower cross-functional teams by providing expert legal counsel on product development, privacy, and compliance in the ad-tech space. Collaborate closely with engineering, marketing, and product team...

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4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$145K - $175K *

Engage with a high-performing legal team to manage complex commercial agreements, mitigate risks, and support strategic business relationships throughout the pharmaceutical product lifecycle. Drive im...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$140K - $185K *

Champion progress at a leading law firm by managing complex litigation cases, focusing on construction-related disputes. Collaborate with a dynamic team to drive successful outcomes in federal and sta...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$210K - $250K *

Drive a transformative approach in global commercial legal frameworks, leading complex multi-million dollar transactions while shaping an international team to enhance operational efficiency and scala...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$175K - $225K *

Shape the future of commercial real estate by leveraging your 7+ years of expertise in acquisitions and dispositions. Collaborate with clients and cross-functional teams to manage multiple transaction...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$175K - $225K *

Champion commercial real estate transactions by advising clients on land acquisitions and dispositions. Leverage 7+ years of experience to manage multiple matters, collaborate with teams, and drive su...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$175K - $225K *

Champion commercial real estate transactions by advising property owners on land acquisitions and dispositions. Leverage 7+ years of experience to manage multiple matters, collaborate with teams, and...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$175K - $225K *

Help us drive success by advising clients on commercial real estate transactions. Leverage your expertise in acquisitions and dispositions to manage multiple projects and collaborate with teams, ensur...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$180K - $220K *

Unlock potential by serving as the lead legal advisor for Global Regulatory Affairs, providing strategic counsel on regulatory matters throughout the product lifecycle, and collaborating with cross-fu...

3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$189K - $225K *

Engage as a senior legal advisor, leading complex commercial transactions and negotiations. Collaborate cross-functionally to mitigate risks and enhance frameworks for customer and partner relationshi...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Transform your legal career by joining a dynamic team focused on civil litigation and insurance defense. Engage in diverse cases while honing your skills in a supportive environment that values growth...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$110K - $150K *

Join a dynamic team as an Associate Attorney, handling diverse litigation cases. Leverage your legal expertise in a supportive environment that fosters professional growth and collaboration, while ser...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$311K - $500K+*

Lead the charge in shaping legal strategy and managing regulatory issues across brokerage, advisory, banking, and lending platforms. Drive innovation and client-centric solutions while overseeing a di...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$311K - $500K+*

Shape the future of legal strategy by leading a diverse team to manage complex legal and regulatory issues in financial services, ensuring client-centric solutions and innovative practices that enhanc...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$311K - $500K+*

Shape the future of legal strategy in financial services by leading a diverse team, managing complex regulatory issues, and driving innovative solutions that enhance client engagement and support acro...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$404K - $500K+*

Lead the charge in shaping legal and compliance strategies for a dynamic organization. Drive ethical practices, manage risks, and provide executive counsel while collaborating with cross-functional te...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to providing practical legal guidance in real estate. You'll manage property-specific legal matters, collaborate with stakeholders, and drive resolutions across the lifecy...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$132K - $212K *

Champion governance integration for corporate transactions, ensuring seamless alignment of acquired entities with legal frameworks. Collaborate across teams to drive readiness and enhance operational...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$132K - $212K *

Transform corporate governance by leading M&A integration efforts, ensuring seamless transitions of acquired entities into legal frameworks. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance governan...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$212K - $292K *

Lead a team providing strategic legal direction in regulatory litigation and compliance for electric utilities. Drive high-quality legal services while managing relationships with business units and e...

3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Vice President, Corporate Counsel do?question toggle

    A Vice President, Corporate Counsel provides senior in-house legal advice and may lead legal teams or key practice areas. Typical work includes counseling executives, negotiating agreements, supporting transactions, and addressing governance, compliance, and risk matters.

  • What qualifications are common for Vice President, Corporate Counsel jobs?question toggle

    Most roles require a law degree and active bar admission, along with substantial legal experience. Employers often value in-house counsel experience, leadership ability, strong business judgment, and expertise relevant to their industry.

  • What industries hire Vice Presidents of Corporate Counsel?question toggle

    Organizations in technology, financial services, healthcare, manufacturing, consumer products, and many other sectors hire senior corporate counsel. Responsibilities vary according to the company’s business and regulatory environment.

  • How can I find Vice President, Corporate Counsel jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Browse Ladders for vetted professional openings with salaries of $100,000 or more. Check individual listings for compensation, location, qualifications, and role scope, since details vary by employer.