Administrative Directors lead the systems and teams that help organizations run effectively. They oversee administrative operations, develop processes, manage budgets and resources, and partner with senior leaders to support business goals. Explore vetted Administrative Director opportunities paying $100,000 or more on Ladders.
Responsibilities vary by employer and industry, but commonly include directing day-to-day administrative functions, improving workflows, managing facilities or office services, overseeing staff, and coordinating cross-functional projects. Administrative Directors may also develop policies, monitor budgets, evaluate operational performance, and ensure teams follow applicable standards and procedures.
Employers often seek candidates with strong leadership, communication, organization, and problem-solving skills. Experience in operations, administration, budgeting, project management, and team development can be valuable. Many roles require a bachelor’s degree and several years of progressively responsible experience; some employers prefer an advanced degree or industry-specific expertise.
Administrative Directors work across a range of sectors, including healthcare, higher education, financial services, technology, government, and nonprofit organizations. The scope of the role may be focused on a particular department or may span organization-wide operations, depending on the employer.
Use Ladders to explore vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Review role requirements, compare employers, and find Administrative Director positions that match your experience and career goals.
$80K - $121K *
Champion legal operations excellence by driving process improvements, metrics establishment, and AI integration to enhance workflow efficiencies and support the Legal team in dynamic, fast-paced envir...
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Associate Director, Study Start-Up
$110K - $130K *
Lead the charge in clinical study start-up operations, driving team development and ensuring timely site activation. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance processes, meet regulatory standards, and...
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Associate Director Prior Authorizations Operations Remote
$112K - $193K *
Lead the charge in transforming pharmacy prior authorization operations, overseeing a large team to enhance quality, compliance, and financial performance while driving innovation and process improvem...
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Senior Account Director (Medical Affairs)
$155K - $175K *
Lead the charge in client partnerships while driving strategic growth and team development. Utilize your expertise to deliver impactful insights and solutions in a fast-paced, evolving environment, en...
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Federal Business Development Director
$120K - $150K *
Advance federal business growth by leading strategic initiatives, fostering agency relationships, and executing contract opportunities to enhance market positioning and drive success within federal ag...
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$105K - $130K *
Join a dynamic team to lead multiple client engagements, driving innovative solutions and strategic direction. Foster cross-functional collaboration in a fast-paced environment with a focus on deliver...
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Director, Process & Operations Management, Medical and Scientific Affairs (MSA)
$150K - $258K *
Elevate your career by leading strategic initiatives in Medical and Scientific Affairs. Drive portfolio governance, enhance operational excellence, and foster cross-functional collaboration to deliver...
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Associate Director, Neuromuscular, US Patient Advocacy
$126K - $234K *
Elevate patient advocacy efforts by building strategic partnerships within Neuromuscular communities to enhance care and reduce access barriers, ensuring patient insights inform corporate strategy and...
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Director, Finance- Office of the CFO
$150K - $180K *
Lead the charge in transforming healthcare analytics by leveraging data-driven insights to enhance operational excellence and drive revenue growth. Oversee a talented team while collaborating with exe...
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$125K - $140K *
Lead the charge in managing strategic clinical programs and customer relationships. Drive adoption, optimize workflows, and ensure account growth while delivering measurable value and fostering collab...
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$142K - $168K *
Transform client experiences by leveraging deep expertise in healthcare solutions. Lead strategic initiatives, enhance client relationships, and drive impactful outcomes for high-value accounts throug...
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$160K - $200K *
Advance your career by driving IT sales and account management for federal contracts. Leverage your expertise to uncover opportunities, build relationships, and lead strategic initiatives in a dynamic...
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Director / Senior Director / Executive Director, Regulatory Affairs
$210K - $275K *
Transform regulatory affairs in oncology by leading strategic submission initiatives and cross-functional collaborations, ensuring compliance and quality for impactful development programs. Drive regu...
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$77K - $123K *
Manage business and finance operations for a clinical research center, ensuring effective oversight of centralized clinical trial invoicing and collaborating with key stakeholders to enhance operation...
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Business Development Director I, Early Drug Development
$80K - $120K *
Shape the future of Crop Protection & Chemicals by driving sales and fostering client relationships. Utilize strategic insights and collaboration to achieve targets and expand market presence while ma...
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Group Account Director (Medical Affairs)
$165K - $185K *
Join a team that's shaping strategic direction and driving growth across multi-account projects in medical affairs. In this senior leadership role, you'll enhance client relationships, develop teams...
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$164K - $246K *
Transform the future of legal content by leading a global team to drive strategy, quality, and innovation in data collections. Own the end-to-end portfolio management, ensuring competitive, high-quali...
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$96K - $101K *
Empower domestic workers by leading impactful research initiatives that inform advocacy and policy development. Drive strategic research agendas, mentor a dedicated team, and collaborate with diverse...
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Enterprise Architect Exec Director
$166K - $200K *
Lead the charge in shaping transformative solutions for national security missions. As a senior technical leader, you'll drive innovation, coordinate emerging technologies, and influence strategic dec...
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Director of Strategic Health System Partnerships
$273K - $381K *
Drive enterprise growth by building strategic partnerships with major health systems. Lead complex sales initiatives, collaborate across teams, and develop innovative solutions to enhance market share...
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Executive Assistant to the Chief Business Officer
$136K - $184K *
Join a team that's redefining executive support by enhancing operational efficiency and strategic collaboration. You'll partner closely with senior leaders, managing complex schedules and travel while...
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Executive Assistant to the Chief Business Officer
$118K - $159K *
Join a dynamic team as an Executive Business Partner, where you'll enhance executive operations through strategic calendar management, seamless travel coordination, and effective communication, ensuri...
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Clinical Documentation Manager
$111K *
Unlock potential by leading Clinical Documentation Integrity operations, enhancing physician engagement, and driving performance improvement. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure compliance and op...
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$85K - $125K *
Unlock potential by driving revenue growth through new business development and client relationship management. This role demands expertise in local sales, strategic insights, and a proven track recor...
6 days ago
Director, Business Applications
$120K - $145K *
Transform the future of business applications by leading strategy, delivery, and operations. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance core processes and drive value through effective system...
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What does an Administrative Director do?
An Administrative Director oversees administrative operations and teams, improves processes, manages resources, and works with organizational leaders to support business objectives.
What qualifications are common for Administrative Director jobs?
Requirements vary, but employers commonly look for leadership and operations experience, strong communication and organizational skills, and a bachelor’s degree. Some positions prefer an advanced degree or specialized industry experience.
Which industries hire Administrative Directors?
Administrative Directors work in industries such as healthcare, education, financial services, technology, government, and nonprofit organizations.
How much do Administrative Director jobs on Ladders pay?
Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more. Compensation for individual Administrative Director roles varies by employer, location, experience, and responsibilities.