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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$140K - $190K *

Join a team that's pioneering maritime awareness solutions by leading commercial sales in diverse sectors. Own the end-to-end sales pipeline, identify target verticals, and shape strategies to drive s...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $181K *

Shape the future of nursing education by leading curriculum development, faculty empowerment, and student success initiatives. Drive compliance and foster collaboration to enhance academic operations...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$170K - $200K *

Empower success by leading strategic planning and scheduling for large-scale capital programs. Drive best practices, mentor teams, and influence executive stakeholders to ensure seamless project deliv...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$263K - $325K *

Advance your career by building and leading the pharmacovigilance function from the ground up. In this pivotal role, you'll oversee drug safety operations, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$181K - $216K *

Empower the future of people operations by aligning strategy with business goals. Lead a dynamic team across HR functions, driving engagement, compliance, and organizational design while fostering a c...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$154K - $242K *

Join a team that's redefining clinical operations by leading program strategies, ensuring high-quality execution of clinical studies, and collaborating with global partners to drive innovation and eff...

Massachusetts, USRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$85K - $100K *

Elevate healthcare interoperability by designing and supporting MEDITECH interfaces. Collaborate with teams to enhance data exchange, improve patient care, and ensure seamless integration across syste...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$129K - $193K *

Grow your career with a leadership role overseeing clinical research pre-award activities, ensuring compliance and financial feasibility while managing a diverse portfolio of high-risk studies and col...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $130K *

Lead the charge in driving revenue growth by closing new business and managing renewals. Own the full sales cycle while building lasting relationships in the podcast advertising and media intelligence...

New York, NYRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$91K - $171K *

Transform the Occupational Risk Claims Program through strategic leadership, ensuring operational excellence and compliance while fostering a high-performing team to drive program success...

Eatontown, NJRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Champion the successful delivery of customer projects through all phases, ensuring alignment with business goals by coordinating teams and resources while managing risks and transacting key communicat...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$200K - $235K *

Drive product excellence by owning the lifecycle and security of high-performance client SaaS platforms hosted on AWS. Lead a dedicated team to optimize operations, ensure compliance, and deliver seam...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$227K - $313K *

Elevate your career by leading strategic reimbursement initiatives, optimizing revenue cycles, and collaborating with key stakeholders to enhance patient access and billing processes in a dynamic heal...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$158K - $213K *

Oversee day-to-day accounting and treasury operations, ensuring accuracy and compliance. Lead month-end close processes, refine internal controls, and develop a high-performing team while integrating...

United StatesRemote

Reposted today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$255K - $335K *

Transform the oncology development landscape by leading clinical trials, integrating teams, and driving innovative strategies that meet patient needs while optimizing project execution and collaborati...

South San Francisco, CARemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$190K - $275K *

Advance the Data & Distribution Partnerships function by innovating and scaling data reseller and distribution models, building commercial arrangements, and leading a team to create revenue-generating...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Transform regulatory strategies for rare disease and cardio-pulmonary drug-device programs. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and drive successful submissions globally, supp...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$176K - $264K *

Champion innovative strategies for State & Local Government, bridging customer needs with product development. Drive revenue growth and enhance customer relationships through industry insights and tai...

RemoteRemote

Reposted today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$80K - $95K *

Elevate your career as a Document Control Supervisor, overseeing site access agreements and collaborating with environmental consulting teams. Utilize your expertise to resolve access needs, manage do...

Long Beach, CARemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $95K *

Champion effective document control by overseeing site access agreements, resolving access issues, and coordinating with environmental consulting teams. Lead a team while ensuring compliance and effic...

Denver, CORemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$160K - $200K *

Lead strategic business growth in the USA, focusing on market entry, key relationships, and executive negotiations. Build and manage a high-performance team while driving revenue and enhancing overall...

Ohio, USRemote

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $150K *

Lead the Vendor Management Office, overseeing vendor governance, lifecycle management, and performance metrics. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure vendor services align with quality, compliance...

CanadaRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Take ownership of the enterprise project portfolio, leading strategic initiatives and managing a team of Project Managers. Drive executive reporting, ensure project delivery, and enhance PMO standards...

Palm Beach, FLRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$160K - $190K *

Transform regulatory affairs by leading strategic initiatives in advertising, promotion, and labelling for global products. Drive compliance and innovation while collaborating with cross-functional te...

New Jersey, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$152K - $190K *

Help us drive growth and engagement in provider partnerships. Lead strategy, operations, and relationship management for our provider relations team, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and e...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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.