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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$83K - $110K *

Lead operational excellence by managing complex training programs and enhancing processes for a statewide initiative, ensuring effective communication and client engagement while fostering a high-perf...

United StatesRemote

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$165K - $207K *

Lead strategic statistical initiatives for clinical development programs, ensuring rigorous study design and data analysis. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and regulatory authorities to drive...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$194K - $291K *

Lead the strategic and operational execution of companion diagnostic projects in oncology, ensuring alignment with clinical development and regulatory standards while driving cross-functional collabor...

Princeton, NJRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$84K - $126K *

Champion international research initiatives by leading grant development, partnerships, and communications for an open-science program. Ideal for a PhD graduate eager to transition from bench science...

Toronto, ONRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Lead the Washington operations center to drive revenue growth, optimize staffing, and enhance client relations. Ensure high-quality service delivery while managing performance metrics and overseeing o...

Seattle, WARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$153K - $210K *

Transform your career by partnering with teams to drive strategic growth through legal expertise in healthcare contracts, negotiations, and compliance. Collaborate with leadership to optimize performa...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$325K - $440K *

Transform the cardiovascular landscape by leading U.S. Medical Affairs strategy, driving evidence generation, and enhancing stakeholder collaborations to maximize the portfolio and advance patient car...

Thousand Oaks, CARemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $150K *

Join a dynamic team to lead energy efficiency programs, manage cross-functional teams, and develop strategic plans that exceed client expectations while driving sustainability initiatives and fosterin...

Newark, NJRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$204K - $265K *

Pioneer patient support strategies to enhance onboarding and access for upcoming product launches. Drive program development, operations, and cross-functional collaboration to optimize patient and pro...

South San Francisco, CARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Reimagine project delivery by overseeing capital initiatives, ensuring alignment with standards while managing budgets, schedules, and stakeholder communication for successful outcomes in healthcare c...

RemoteRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$120K - $150K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering exceptional financial oversight and client service. Lead financial operations, ensure compliance and develop client relationships while mentoring staff in a...

Los Angeles, CARemote

4 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Unlock your potential as a key contributor in educational grant development and scientific writing. Collaborate with experts to create impactful medical content and innovative educational programs tha...

Florida, USRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$130K - $160K *

Transform the customer experience by leading a diverse team across multiple districts, focusing on sales performance, operational excellence, and talent development to drive profitability and ensure c...

Minnesota, USRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$74K - $98K *

Champion regulatory audit excellence by leading PACE audits, ensuring compliance, and driving cross-functional collaboration to enhance operational readiness and continuous improvement across the orga...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$145K - $160K *

Shape exceptional client experiences by leading onboarding and operations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to manage complex projects, ensuring timely delivery and exceeding client expectation...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$190K - $220K *

Champion financial excellence by leading a dynamic team, driving strategic analysis, and leveraging AI to enhance decision-making for a diverse portfolio of clients in a fast-paced, remote environment...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$125K - $150K *

Unlock potential by leading sales strategies that drive revenue growth, collaborating with experts to execute impactful cycles, and consistently achieving quotas in a dynamic market focused on health...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$94K - $107K *

Transform data governance operations by driving process adoption, supporting data stewards, and enhancing governance tools. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance, improve workflows, and leverage...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $88K *

Transform the claims process by analyzing Lost-Time Workers Compensation claims, ensuring timely resolutions while delivering exceptional service to clients across various industries. Join a dynamic t...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Elevate operational excellence by leading claims operations, ensuring compliance and efficiency while driving process improvements and team development. Collaborate across functions to meet client com...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$157K - $283K *

Join a team that's driving growth in Texas transportation design services. Leverage your engineering and management expertise to enhance community projects, lead interdisciplinary teams, and build str...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$100K - $120K *

Lead the transformation of our Workday platform, ensuring seamless operations and strategic enhancements. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize system performance and drive impactful org...

Charlotte, NCRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in optimizing our Workday platform, ensuring seamless operations and strategic enhancements. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive impactful changes and support over 2,000 u...

Dallas, TXRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$122K - $183K *

Manage and optimize global equity compensation programs, ensuring accurate transactions, compliance, and enhanced employee experience while collaborating with cross-functional teams to streamline oper...

RemoteRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Champion our commissioning efforts by leading a dynamic team, managing project workflows, and driving innovative solutions in Life Science and Advanced Manufacturing. Collaborate across disciplines to...

North Carolina, USRemote

2 weeks ago

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

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.