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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$340K - $380K *

Drive corporate legal excellence by overseeing SEC reporting, governance, and strategic transactions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and support business development in a...

South San Francisco, CARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$131K - $196K *

Unlock potential by driving strategic finance initiatives that enhance growth, improve decision-making, and optimize resource allocation across clinical and operational data, while translating complex...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$150K - $180K *

Build and lead a scalable U.S. service organization for battery energy storage systems, ensuring customer satisfaction and operational excellence throughout the post-sale lifecycle, from commissioning...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$250K - $350K *

Shape financial leadership across enterprise planning, treasury, and tax strategies. Align resources with corporate goals, enhance enterprise value through analytics, and manage risks within a dynamic...

Utica, NYRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$148K - $193K *

Join a dynamic team as a Program Manager, leading complex projects from inception to completion. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders, manage resources, and drive innovation while ensuring client sat...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$150K - $180K *

Join a dynamic AI leadership team to shape strategies and solutions that merge human insight with advanced automation. Drive impactful AI initiatives, enhance governance, and optimize the AI budget wh...

United StatesRemote

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Shape the future of patient access by leading a high-performing team focused on strategic execution and measurable impact in the Psychiatry field. Drive compliance, culture, and collaboration across f...

Chicago, ILRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $180K *

Transform hospice operations by leading multi-site teams, driving clinical excellence, and ensuring compliance. Collaborate with executives to achieve growth and operational goals while enhancing pati...

Mckinney, TXRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$155K - $165K *

Join a team that's redefining enterprise architecture to enhance logistics and installation management. Leverage your expertise to drive compliance and modernization initiatives while collaborating wi...

Arlington, VARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$117K - $160K *

Lead the charge in underwriting E&S commercial property and casualty accounts. Manage risk assessments, develop competitive quotes, and collaborate with carriers to optimize profitability while achiev...

RemoteRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$132K - $176K *

Drive market growth by developing strategic partnerships and solutions. Collaborate with teams to enhance customer engagement and competitive positioning, ensuring alignment with long-term objectives...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$100K - $120K *

Transform the Orange County business landscape by leading CEO Life's community, fostering connections among CEOs and executives, and driving chapter growth through engaging events and strategic relati...

California, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$164K - $305K *

Join a team that's redefining account management by driving growth and retention for complex health systems. Build strategic relationships with C-suite executives and lead cross-functional teams to de...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$138K - $186K *

Unlock your potential as a principal technical leader for enterprise Unix and Linux platforms, driving architecture, automation, and lifecycle management to deliver resilient infrastructure for critic...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $93K *

Grow your career with a dynamic Finance team as a Staff Accountant, supporting financial operations for R&D programs and USG contracts. Collaborate across departments to ensure accurate financial reco...

United StatesRemote

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$85K - $150K *

Elevate your career by joining a dynamic team focused on building client relationships and driving business growth. As a key player, you'll leverage your sales expertise to deliver exceptional service...

Sacramento, CARemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$162K - $243K *

Join a team that's dedicated to advancing clinical trials through strategic oversight and collaboration. Lead project management efforts globally, ensuring quality, cost, and timeline objectives are m...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$113K - $197K *

Lead regulatory and compliance oversight for Operations, ensuring accuracy and efficiency. Collaborate with enterprise partners to enhance operational processes, implement automation, and drive contin...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$170K - $215K *

Champion the opening and leadership of a new office while overseeing construction projects, building teams, and ensuring high-quality deliverables. Shape processes and client relationships as a strate...

California, USRemote

Reposted today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Lead the transformation of HR technology by optimizing systems, enhancing data integrity, and driving strategic initiatives that elevate the employee experience and support organizational growth...

Richmond Hill, GARemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $170K *

Unlock project excellence by overseeing commissioning processes in mission-critical environments. Leverage expertise in construction management to ensure impeccable quality, compliance, and operationa...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$79K - $127K *

Help us drive efficiencies in physician preference item management, foster relationships, and maintain compliance across our Neurosurgical and Orthopedic services while achieving significant savings g...

Pennsylvania, USRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$82K - $90K *

Innovate career pathways by providing strategic leadership for small business initiatives, enhancing programming, partnerships, and educational resources to support entrepreneurs and drive economic gr...

San Diego, CARemote

4 weeks ago

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

$150K - $170K *

Drive business growth by building relationships and delivering innovative solutions in the Higher Education sector. Leverage your expertise in sales and strategic transformation to meet client needs a...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $150K *

Drive strategic growth and retention by managing high-value enterprise accounts, fostering executive relationships, and leading contract negotiations to align client objectives with innovative solutio...

Minneapolis, MNRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 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.