Director of Administration Jobs

Explore Director of Administration jobs for experienced professionals ready to lead the administrative operations that keep organizations running smoothly. These senior roles commonly oversee business support functions, facilities, office operations, policies, budgets, and administrative teams. Ladders features vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more, helping you find leadership positions that match your experience and career goals.

What Does a Director of Administration Do?

A Director of Administration develops and improves the systems, services, and processes that support an organization’s daily work. Depending on the employer, the role may include managing facilities and vendors, directing office services, overseeing budgets and contracts, coordinating compliance, and partnering with executives and department leaders. Directors also build effective teams, set service standards, and identify ways to improve efficiency and control costs.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers typically seek candidates with substantial experience in administration, operations, or business management. Helpful qualifications include team leadership, budgeting, project management, vendor negotiation, process improvement, and clear communication. Familiarity with relevant regulations, workplace systems, facilities, or industry-specific operations can also be valuable. Requirements vary by organization and sector.

Director of Administration Salary and Career Outlook

Compensation depends on factors such as industry, organization size, location, scope of responsibility, and experience. Director-level administrative roles featured on Ladders pay $100,000 or more. Professionals may advance from office management, operations, or administrative management roles into director positions, and later pursue broader executive operations or chief administrative roles.

Find Director of Administration Jobs on Ladders

Search current Director of Administration openings and compare responsibilities, qualifications, and compensation. Use Ladders to discover vetted professional jobs paying at least $100,000 and find opportunities to put your operational and people leadership skills to work.

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$160K - $200K *

Transform service delivery by leading high-performance teams, ensuring client satisfaction, and driving strategic initiatives. Collaborate across departments to enhance practice management and achieve...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$160K - $200K *

Shape your career by leading financial operations in a dynamic, remote environment. Drive strategic forecasting, team leadership, and fundraising efforts while ensuring robust financial reporting and...

Ann Arbor, MIRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $150K *

Transform customer relationships and drive sales growth by executing innovative strategies and leveraging packaging solutions. Collaborate with internal teams to meet client needs while maintaining a...

Haltom City, TXRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $150K *

Unlock new business opportunities and enhance customer relationships by executing strategic sales initiatives, leveraging packaging solutions, and driving profitability while ensuring exceptional serv...

Houston, TXRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Pioneer community engagement and business growth by building strategic partnerships in healthcare. Drive outreach initiatives, enhance referral networks, and represent the organization at local events...

Roslindale, MARemote

1 week ago

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

$130K - $216K *

Lead the strategy and optimization of the Enterprise Legal Management platform. Collaborate across teams to enhance legal operations, drive user adoption, and ensure technology solutions align with bu...

Bloomfield, CTRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$175K *

Optimize revenue cycle management by leading a dynamic team to enhance processes, drive automation, and ensure compliance in a fast-paced telehealth environment. Collaborate with cross-functional team...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$190K - $225K *

Lead the charge in delivering exceptional services to State and Local Government accounts. Drive strategic initiatives, enhance customer satisfaction, and support business development efforts while ma...

Pennsylvania, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$84K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of eDiscovery sales, driving revenue growth through lead generation, client management, and strategic networking. Join a dynamic team focused on expanding business...

San Diego, CARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $110K *

Elevate your career by developing and executing impactful paid social media campaigns. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize strategies, leveraging analytics to maximize reach and ROI wh...

New York, NYRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$206K - $282K *

Join a dynamic team to leverage clinical expertise in managed care, enhancing access to Neurocrine products. Collaborate with stakeholders, deliver impactful presentations, and drive strategic initiat...

California, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$179K - $298K *

Champion a dynamic team dedicated to enhancing state health and human services through strategic client engagement, quality delivery, and innovative business development while leading a diverse consul...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to advancing research through effective contract management and procurement oversight. Lead negotiations, ensure compliance, and support the research community while super...

Lawrence, KSRemote

5 days ago

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

$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

$100K - $150K *

Partner with us to drive business development and territory management in the RIA channel. Leverage your expertise to build client relationships, influence decision-making, and achieve growth goals wh...

Illinois, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $150K *

Engage with clients and prospects to drive business growth in the RIA channel. Leverage your expertise in financial services and territory management to build lasting relationships and influence advis...

California, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $150K *

Lead business development efforts in the RIA channel, driving client acquisition and territory growth. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance client relationships and deliver comprehensive solution...

Texas, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Unlock potential by leading strategic business development in the Independent Broker/Dealer channel, driving client acquisition and territory growth. Work closely with a dedicated team to shape client...

RemoteRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$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

3 days ago

  •   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

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K *

Elevate channel strategy and partner relationships to drive revenue growth, enhance market positioning, and ensure effective collaboration across teams, while managing negotiations and performance met...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $175K *

Grow your career with a leadership role in federal business development, driving strategy and execution for health programs. Lead capture management, build relationships, and mentor staff while contri...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$190K - $210K *

Advance strategic commercial negotiations across complex EPC agreements, ensuring comprehensive risk management and delivery excellence. Collaborate with diverse teams to drive supplier engagement in...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by providing strategic leadership for a national remote case management team, ensuring service excellence, operational consistency, and client satisfaction while collaborating with...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$173K *

Drive strategic financial leadership in a growing nonprofit, enhancing operational effectiveness and fostering partnerships to advance health justice initiatives across communities...

Chicago, ILRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Director of Administration do?question toggle

    A Director of Administration leads administrative operations and support functions. Responsibilities may include managing teams, facilities, budgets, vendors, office services, policies, and process improvement, depending on the organization.

  • What qualifications are typically required for Director of Administration jobs?question toggle

    Employers often look for extensive experience in administration, operations, or business management, along with strengths in leadership, budgeting, project management, communication, and process improvement. Specific requirements vary by role and industry.

  • How much do Director of Administration jobs pay?question toggle

    Pay varies based on location, industry, employer size, experience, and the position’s scope. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, including qualifying Director of Administration opportunities.

  • Where can a Director of Administration work?question toggle

    Directors of Administration work across many sectors, including corporate businesses, healthcare, education, nonprofits, government, and professional services. Their responsibilities depend on the organization’s structure and needs.

  • How can I find Director of Administration jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Search Ladders for Director of Administration openings, review each listing’s qualifications and responsibilities, and use the salary threshold to focus on vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more.