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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$222K - $255K *

Lead the biostatistical strategies that support impactful medical communication efforts. Collaborate cross-functionally to provide scientific expertise, develop publication strategies, and ensure meth...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$204K - $307K *

Elevate payer access and reimbursement strategies for RDN therapies globally, driving evidence-based initiatives and cross-functional collaboration to enhance patient access and market growth in a dyn...

Minneapolis, MNRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$280K - $311K *

Optimize safety evaluations within our Drug Safety team to drive innovative strategies for monitoring and managing clinical risks, ensuring compliance and maintaining high-quality standards in pharmac...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by managing complex medical malpractice claims, ensuring timely resolutions and high customer service. Utilize strong analytical skills to navigate severe injury cases while coordinat...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $131K *

Join a team that's redefining cultural resource management by leading complex projects, mentoring staff, and driving business growth while ensuring compliance with federal regulations and delivering h...

Sheridan, WYRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Innovate in underwriting supervision by leading a dedicated team, ensuring adherence to best practices, and optimizing risk assessments for enhanced business performance. Elevate service quality while...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in operational excellence for a strategic Microsoft partnership, optimizing investment programs, marketplace transactions, and co-sell processes while ensuring compliance and effective...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$185K - $325K *

Unlock enterprise potential by leading strategic partnerships and driving market adoption within large health systems, ensuring clinical and economic integration of innovative health solutions. Transf...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$61K - $111K *

Advance operational excellence by overseeing scheduling, staffing, and administrative workflows across multiple sites. Collaborate with leadership to enhance patient care and ensure compliance while m...

New Hampshire, USRemote

1 week ago

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

$150K - $180K *

Transform the future of bulk power system reliability by leading strategic assessments, performance analysis, and data integration. Drive innovative methodologies and collaborate with multidisciplinar...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$180K - $220K *

Drive clinical excellence by providing medical expertise across therapeutic areas, ensuring safety and integrity in clinical trials. Collaborate with project teams and senior management to enhance cli...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$92K - $138K *

Lead client provisioning operations in Revenue Cycle Management, ensuring secure and efficient access throughout the user lifecycle. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance service delivery...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

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

$241K - $269K *

Drive statistical programming excellence across multiple clinical studies while collaborating with cross-functional teams. Lead validation of CRO deliverables and implement innovative tools to enhance...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K *

Empower financial excellence by managing transactions, ensuring compliance, and supporting audits. Collaborate across teams to enhance operations and mentor junior staff in a dynamic biotech environme...

Norwich, CTRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Make your mark at the forefront of forensic accounting by leveraging your analytical expertise to develop innovative models and decision-making tools, while collaborating closely with clients and stak...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$177K - $278K *

Partner with us to drive the strategic vision and operational excellence of our Veeva Regulatory Information Management platform, ensuring compliance and enhancing global regulatory processes through...

Massachusetts, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Pioneer the growth of a robust provider network, oversee enterprise partnerships, manage implementation processes, and enhance practice adoption while driving strategic initiatives and collaborations...

New York, NYRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$115K - $145K *

Shape the future of claims management by leading a team of adjusters, ensuring regulatory compliance, and optimizing processes for complex Master Policy TLL and Contents Claims. Drive department effic...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$180K - $200K *

Unlock potential by leading a dynamic creative team to drive performance-focused video ads. Oversee the entire creative process, from concept to execution, ensuring data-driven decisions enhance custo...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$105K - $165K *

Elevate your career by leading strategic financial planning and analysis across diverse business units. Drive insights, enhance reporting processes, and partner with leadership to optimize decision-ma...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's redefining contract management by owning the CLM platform's daily administration, configuration, and continuous improvement to enhance compliance and efficiency within our contract...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$180K - $220K *

Unlock strategic benefits solutions by designing impactful health and welfare programs across the Americas, driving cost efficiency and associate experience, while influencing key stakeholders and uti...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$135K - $150K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of healthcare by leading M&A integration efforts. Drive strategic initiatives, manage high-stakes projects, and collaborate with senior leadership to enhance grow...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$109K - $189K *

Analyze market opportunities and build strong client relationships to drive revenue growth. Leverage expertise in freight forwarding to execute strategic business plans and meet sales quotas while col...

Hayward, CARemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's focused on delivering successful project outcomes by building comprehensive schedules, defining responsibilities, and managing timelines effectively to ensure client satisfaction an...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 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.