Administrative Director Jobs

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.

What Does an Administrative Director Do?

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.

Skills and Qualifications

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.

Where Administrative Directors Work

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.

Find Administrative Director Jobs on Ladders

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.

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$115K - $130K *

Grow and strengthen strategic relationships with healthcare systems to drive business success. Optimize networking and sales strategies to secure new contracts and expand our reach within the healthca...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in managing Oracle database landscapes, ensuring optimal performance and standards compliance. Collaborate with teams to troubleshoot issues, implement solutions, and drive architectur...

Philadelphia, PARemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Transform global entity management by coordinating across Finance, HR, and Legal. Ensure compliance, maintain corporate records, and build scalable processes as we expand internationally. Drive operat...

CanadaRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$140K - $165K *

Engage in strategic federal advocacy by leading legislative initiatives, coalition management, and policy analysis. Collaborate with stakeholders to advance organizational priorities and represent key...

Washington, DCRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$92K - $120K *

Shape the future of architectural history by leading complex projects, fostering client relationships, and driving business growth while ensuring quality and compliance across the Midwest/Northeast re...

Pennsylvania, USRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$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

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$180K - $300K *

Join a team that's driving corporate development initiatives, managing M&A processes, and collaborating with leadership to identify and execute strategic acquisitions that enhance growth and innovatio...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$110K - $130K *

Take ownership of the sales process for self-funded stop-loss cases, evaluating risk, managing proposals, and collaborating with underwriters to enhance case preparation and market success...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing health and wellness across communities. You'll lead clinical initiatives, ensure compliance, and drive quality improvements while collaborating with community...

Wilmington, DERemote

2 weeks ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Elevate the creative process by leading studio operations and optimizing workflows for a multidisciplinary team. Drive efficiency while managing project pipelines and stakeholder expectations in a fas...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$121K - $155K *

Lead integrated campaigns and client relationships, driving strategy and execution across teams. Foster collaboration, optimize performance, and ensure client satisfaction while managing budgets and t...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$192K - $288K *

Transform access and profitability strategies for a defined group of accounts, leading contract negotiations and fostering cross-functional collaboration to optimize patient access and business object...

Wilmington, DERemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Shape the future of clinical rehabilitation by leading operations across multiple facilities. Drive financial success, enhance patient care, and foster strong team dynamics while ensuring compliance w...

Michigan, USRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing clinical operations across multiple facilities. Drive quality patient care, manage staffing, and achieve financial objectives while ensuring compliance with r...

Michigan, USRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Unlock potential by leading clinical operations across multiple facilities, ensuring quality patient care and achieving financial and employee objectives through effective management and strong leader...

Michigan, USRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Engage in high-impact medicine as a frontline Member Access Provider, initiating treatment and supporting patients in their recovery during the critical early weeks, while collaborating with a multidi...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$210K - $240K *

Transform the future of clinical development by leading strategic initiatives, fostering client relationships, and driving innovative solutions in a dynamic, global environment. Shape best practices a...

Durham, NCRemote

2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$75K - $90K *

Join a team that's focused on ensuring a compliant contracting experience for public-sector clients. Lead the contract lifecycle, from negotiation to compliance monitoring, while collaborating across...

Lewisburg, TNRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$225K - $250K *

Lead the charge in optimizing healthcare operations across multiple sites, managing a diverse team to enhance profitability and efficiency while fostering strategic relationships with C-suite executiv...

Texas, USRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$135K - $160K *

Shape the future of K-12 sales by leading a dynamic team of Account Executives. Drive performance through strategic planning, precise forecasting, and collaborative initiatives to achieve growth targe...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$87K - $157K *

Join a team that's dedicated to managing external audits for Risk Adjustment processes. Oversee audit deliverables, collaborate with stakeholders, and ensure compliance while driving continuous improv...

Missouri, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $150K *

The Director of Government Reimbursement will serve in a consultancy capacity, advising large health systems on managing and optimizing healthcare reimbursement processes, particularly focusing on Med...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$113K - $175K *

Elevate your impact by leading database implementation projects throughout the development life cycle. Collaborate with clients as a trusted advisor, shaping data strategies and delivering high-qualit...

New York, NYRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$200K - $232K *

Unlock potential by leading legal reviews for promotional and medical materials. Collaborate across teams to ensure compliance and provide practical guidance in a fast-paced environment, supporting pr...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $170K *

Drive strategic excellence in sponsor operations, ensuring high-quality project delivery and alignment across enterprise programs. Manage a team of leaders to foster innovation and optimize operationa...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does an Administrative Director do?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more. Compensation for individual Administrative Director roles varies by employer, location, experience, and responsibilities.