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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$66K - $108K *

Join a team that's dedicated to corporate governance and compliance. Leverage your expertise in paralegal support to assist the Chief Legal Officer and ensure effective Board administration, sharehold...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$175K - $334K *

Unlock potential by providing expert legal counsel in healthcare regulations, guiding internal stakeholders and senior management while ensuring compliance and mitigating risks across the organization...

Rhode Island, USRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$175K - $210K *

Inspire strategic financial leadership by forecasting revenue, managing budgets, and presenting insights to C-suite and Board members. Collaborate across departments to drive impactful projects and en...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$254K - $317K *

Elevate your career by leading innovative marketing strategies, enhancing brand presence, and driving employee engagement. Oversee comprehensive communication efforts while managing a dynamic team to...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$254K - $317K *

Transform your career by leading innovative marketing strategies, enhancing brand presence, and driving client engagement. Collaborate with stakeholders to elevate communication efforts and ensure ope...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$271K - $339K *

Inspire innovative marketing strategies and enhance brand presence while leading a dynamic team. Drive comprehensive communications and client engagement initiatives that align with organizational goa...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$271K - $339K *

Advance your career by leading innovative marketing strategies and enhancing brand presence. Drive employee engagement and communicate effectively with stakeholders while overseeing comprehensive mark...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$254K - $317K *

Transform marketing and communication strategies to enhance brand presence, engage stakeholders, and lead a dynamic team in a collaborative environment, ensuring alignment with business goals and oper...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$254K - $317K *

Drive innovative marketing strategies and enhance brand presence while leading a dynamic team. Oversee comprehensive communications and client engagement efforts, ensuring alignment with business goal...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$150K - $180K *

Lead our finance function as we scale from $50M to $100M, driving strategic initiatives in financial planning, M&A, and process optimization while managing a skilled team to ensure operational excelle...

Waterloo, ONIn-Person

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's driving global fund legal operations, managing corporate databases, and supporting entity formations. Leverage your expertise to ensure compliance and maintain legal documentation i...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$150K - $225K *

Transform the legal landscape by providing strategic counsel for retail advisory services, ensuring compliance and risk management while fostering innovation and growth in financial planning and inves...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$135K - $160K *

Join a dynamic team as a trusted advisor, providing legal guidance on healthcare regulations, compliance, and strategic growth initiatives while managing complex agreements and compliance programs...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$137K - $200K *

Collaborate with business leaders to navigate complex commercial transactions, providing legal guidance on energy procurement, contracts, and infrastructure projects while ensuring compliance and risk...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$75K - $125K *

Join a team that's dedicated to courtroom excellence, managing litigation processes, and supporting claims review. Gain invaluable experience with no billable hour requirements while collaborating wit...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$95K - $115K *

Partner with us to enhance corporate governance by supporting subsidiary processes, conducting legal research, and ensuring compliance across jurisdictions. Your expertise will drive effective governa...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$85K - $141K *

Join a team that champions proactive case handling and litigation excellence. As an Associate Counsel, you'll develop legal expertise while managing a caseload of lower complexity matters and fosterin...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$85K - $141K *

Develop your legal career by engaging in proactive case handling, gaining litigation experience, and building client relationships while working under the guidance of senior counsel on lower complexit...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$85K - $141K *

Empower legal excellence by managing lower complexity cases, developing litigation skills, and building relationships as you provide exceptional advice and strategy to clients. Gain mentorship from se...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$85K - $141K *

Develop your litigation skills by managing cases, conducting legal research, and collaborating with experienced attorneys to deliver exceptional service to clients while nurturing strong internal and...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$85K - $141K *

Grow your career with a dynamic legal team focused on litigation. You'll manage a caseload of lower complexity matters, enhancing your legal expertise alongside senior counsel while delivering excepti...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$85K - $141K *

Shape the future of legal support by proactively managing litigation cases, collaborating with clients to deliver exceptional service while expanding your expertise and skills under experienced mentor...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$85K - $141K *

Join a team that handles litigation for policyholders, focusing on proactive case management, legal research, and drafting documents under senior counsel's mentorship to deliver optimal results for cl...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$85K - $141K *

Research and analyze litigation strategies while managing lower complexity cases. Develop legal expertise through mentorship, drafting documents, and attending court events. Collaborate with clients a...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$85K - $141K *

Lead proactive litigation efforts by managing a caseload of lower complexity matters, honing legal skills, and cultivating relationships with clients and partners to achieve favorable outcomes in a su...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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.