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Find Vice President, Legal opportunities with organizations seeking experienced leaders to guide legal strategy, manage risk, and support business goals. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, helping senior legal professionals discover roles that align with their expertise and career ambitions.

What Does a Vice President of Legal Do?

A Vice President of Legal leads or supports an organization’s legal function. Depending on the company, the role may include advising executives and boards, overseeing contracts and corporate transactions, managing litigation and regulatory matters, and developing policies that help the business operate responsibly. Many VPs of Legal also supervise in-house counsel and coordinate with external law firms.

Common Qualifications and Skills

Employers typically seek substantial legal experience, a law degree, and an active license to practice in the relevant jurisdiction. Requirements vary by industry and company size. Valuable strengths often include sound business judgment, executive communication, negotiation, risk assessment, team leadership, and experience with corporate governance, compliance, transactions, or a specialized area of law.

Industries and Career Opportunities

Vice President, Legal roles can be found across sectors such as technology, financial services, healthcare, manufacturing, retail, and media. The scope of a position may focus on a particular region, business unit, or legal specialty. Some professionals advance from senior counsel or deputy general counsel roles, while others build toward general counsel or chief legal officer positions.

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Browse vetted Vice President, Legal jobs paying $100,000 or more on Ladders. Compare opportunities by employer, location, and responsibilities, and identify roles that match your background and leadership goals. Compensation and requirements vary by position; review each listing for current details.

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$100K - $130K *

Transform the future of employment law by engaging with clients and guiding them through legal challenges. Collaborate with a dynamic team to address labor and employment matters, ensuring high standa...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$130K - $210K *

Elevate your career by leading contract management and legal operations. As the first in-house attorney, you'll streamline agreements, advise executives, and build a robust legal function to support r...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Unlock your potential as a strategic leader overseeing a large-scale professional support program. Drive operational excellence, manage a diverse workforce, and align initiatives with mission goals wh...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$176K - $198K *

Lead the charge in complex negotiations and legal strategies for media distribution. Support and mentor junior attorneys while ensuring compliance across various platforms. Drive innovative solutions...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$110K - $145K *

Drive the operational core of People functions, leading a team in Total Rewards, performance management, and employee relations. Be the subject-matter expert while managing day-to-day people services...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $145K *

Lead the charge in People Operations, overseeing Total Rewards, performance management, and employee relations. Manage a skilled team while providing hands-on support and strategic direction across mu...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$200K - $250K *

Oversee the operational management of the Employee Co-Investment Program, ensuring a seamless investor experience through strategic collaboration, reporting, and fund management across diverse teams a...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$200K - $250K *

Empower your career by overseeing the Employee Co-Investment Program, managing fund activities, improving processes, and leading teams to deliver exceptional investor experiences while driving innovat...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$250K - $285K *

Lead the charge in shaping corporate growth strategies by identifying and executing strategic opportunities. Collaborate with executive leadership to drive partnerships, acquisitions, and initiatives...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$85K - $100K *

Transform the workplace by providing top-notch operational and administrative support, ensuring a welcoming environment while coordinating resources and managing key office functions, all to drive org...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$165K - $185K *

Advance your career by joining a dynamic legal team, advising corporate clients on U.S. immigration strategies while fostering collaboration, innovation, and compliance in a fast-paced environment tha...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$140K - $180K *

Champion explosive growth by leading a high-performing sales team, defining national strategies, and driving revenue in the B2B SaaS sector, particularly within financial services. Engage directly wit...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$165K - $185K *

Transform the landscape of U.S. immigration law by leading high-impact engagements, advising corporate clients, and crafting innovative strategies that ensure compliance and successful outcomes in a f...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$85K - $100K *

Join a dynamic team to manage office operations, support diverse projects, and enhance collaboration. Your role will involve clerical tasks, document preparation, and facilities management, fostering...

2 weeks ago

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

$165K - $185K *

Help us empower clients by providing strategic immigration guidance and services. Leverage your expertise to navigate complex legal frameworks and foster a collaborative team culture that prioritizes...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$130K - $155K *

Shape our procurement process by leading high-volume vendor agreements, partnering with teams across Procurement and Finance. You'll ensure efficient and compliant contracts, driving operational succe...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's driving efficiency in procurement by managing high-volume vendor agreements. As a key legal partner, you'll negotiate contracts and streamline processes, ensuring rapid, secure deal...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $155K *

Empower your career as a key legal partner, expertly negotiating diverse procurement agreements and driving business success through effective collaboration with teams across Procurement, Supply Chain...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $95K *

Transform client relationships by delivering exceptional service and support, ensuring seamless communication and issue resolution while collaborating with internal teams to enhance client satisfactio...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$64K - $100K *

Lead the charge in managing conflicts of interest for lateral candidates, conducting thorough research and analysis to support risk management initiatives while collaborating with teams to ensure comp...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$64K - $100K *

Join our team to support critical risk management by conducting research, analyzing conflicts, and generating reports for lateral candidate onboarding. Collaborate with professionals to resolve confli...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$64K - $100K *

Empower the firm's risk management by conducting thorough conflicts research, analyzing results, and generating reports to support the onboarding of lateral candidates while collaborating with various...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$64K - $100K *

Lead the charge in managing conflicts of interest for lateral candidates, conducting thorough research and analysis to support risk management initiatives while collaborating with teams to ensure seam...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$166K - $260K *

Join a team that's dedicated to managing complex legal defenses for insureds, overseeing litigation processes, and leading a team of attorneys to ensure effective representation and compliance with le...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$166K - $260K *

Champion the defense of lawsuits for insureds, managing a team of attorneys while ensuring compliance with legal standards and enhancing office performance through strategic oversight and training...

Hackensack, NJRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Vice President of Legal do?question toggle

    A Vice President of Legal provides senior legal guidance to an organization, helping leaders manage legal risk and meet business objectives. Responsibilities may include contracts, transactions, litigation, regulatory issues, governance, compliance, and oversight of legal teams.

  • What qualifications are typically required for Vice President, Legal jobs?question toggle

    Employers commonly look for a law degree, significant legal experience, and a license to practice in the relevant jurisdiction. Specific qualifications differ by employer and may include expertise in an industry or legal specialty, along with leadership and executive communication skills.

  • What is the difference between a Vice President of Legal and a General Counsel?question toggle

    The titles and reporting structures vary by organization. A General Counsel usually leads the company’s overall legal function, while a Vice President of Legal may lead a broad legal team or a particular business area and may report to the General Counsel or another executive.

  • Which industries hire Vice Presidents of Legal?question toggle

    Organizations in many industries hire senior legal leaders, including technology, finance, healthcare, manufacturing, retail, and media. The experience required often depends on the company’s regulatory environment and business needs.

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

    Search Ladders for vetted professional opportunities and review listings for compensation, location, responsibilities, and qualifications. Job requirements and salary details vary by employer.