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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$136K - $184K *

Join a team that's redefining executive support by enhancing operational efficiency and strategic collaboration. You'll partner closely with senior leaders, managing complex schedules and travel while...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$118K - $159K *

Join a dynamic team as an Executive Business Partner, where you'll enhance executive operations through strategic calendar management, seamless travel coordination, and effective communication, ensuri...

CanadaRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$124K - $223K *

Transform territory management by leading sales initiatives, building client relationships, and collaborating cross-functionally to achieve growth and profitability targets in the healthcare sector...

San Diego, CARemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$195K - $245K *

Champion AI strategy and implementation in healthcare, leading a team to deliver measurable value. Drive business development, client engagement, and practice growth while shaping innovative solutions...

Chicago, ILRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$85K - $95K *

Transform client relationships by delivering exceptional service and support, ensuring seamless communication and issue resolution while collaborating with internal teams to enhance client satisfactio...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$108K - $184K *

Transform the future of healthcare provider networks by leading operational excellence, strategic initiatives, and cross-departmental collaboration to enhance provider relations and data management ac...

Georgia, USRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K *

Drive sales success by engaging with decision makers, executing strategic plans, and surpassing quotas. Leverage a deep understanding of the SaaS/Security sector to convey product value and enhance cu...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $156K *

Drive data excellence by leading analytics initiatives, enhancing governance, and integrating systems. Collaborate with leadership to deliver impactful insights and ensure compliance while leveraging...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$190K - $240K *

Accelerate progress at strategic partnerships in the NAMER region by identifying, onboarding, and managing key partners. Drive revenue growth through collaboration, enablement, and relationship manage...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $150K *

Transform the future of business development by identifying and shaping new market segments, building strategic relationships, and driving innovative opportunities that enhance growth and collaboratio...

New York City, NYRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$367K *

Transform forensic psychiatric care by leading multidisciplinary teams, overseeing medical operations, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Drive strategic initiatives and enhance service deliver...

Lakewood, WARemote

1 week ago

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

$85K - $120K *

Take ownership of driving sales growth by leading a high-performing team, developing strategic partnerships, and implementing effective sales strategies to exceed targets and enhance client relationsh...

California, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$72K - $99K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing employee experience and office operations. You'll manage daily office functions, foster a vibrant culture, and support executive initiatives, ensuring a welco...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$115K - $168K *

Lead the charge in federal grant management for the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, overseeing compliance, budgeting, and operations. Collaborate across teams to ensure effective grant administration a...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $150K *

Optimize transformation readiness by leading enterprise testing strategies. Collaborate with key stakeholders to ensure business solutions meet operational needs, minimize risks, and validate readines...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Unlock the potential of workforce analytics by leading strategic initiatives that shape talent decisions and influence organizational success. Collaborate with senior leaders to navigate complex workf...

Somerville, MARemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$146K - $282K *

Drive transformative B2B and B2C marketing strategies that enhance brand presence and user engagement across our dual marketplace. Lead a high-performing team, optimize multi-channel acquisition, and...

Salt Lake City, UTRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$68K - $113K *

Transform policy initiatives by leading cross-divisional efforts to enhance operational excellence. Collaborate with leadership and stakeholders to develop strategic goals and implement impactful prog...

Madison, WIRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$205K - $265K *

Empower your career by optimizing sales operations and driving efficiency. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance processes, manage forecasts, and implement strategic initiatives that supp...

Atlanta, GARemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $150K *

Transform vendor performance management by overseeing external hub partners, ensuring compliance with SLAs and quality standards while driving operational excellence and continuous improvement to enha...

North Chicago, ILRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$75K - $92K *

Transform research funding processes by managing grant activities, ensuring compliance, and providing expert guidance to departments. Collaborate with teams to develop budgets and navigate proposal su...

Boston, MARemote

2 days ago

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

$135K - $160K *

Grow your career with a senior leadership role driving a high-performing project management team, ensuring successful execution of clinical studies while managing resources, performance, and client sa...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $140K *

Join a team that's dedicated to driving client success in oncology. As a key leader, you'll manage relationships, oversee project delivery, and foster growth across a diverse portfolio, ensuring high...

Philadelphia, PARemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $150K *

Champion effective publication strategies and lead scientific communication initiatives, acting as a strategic partner to clients and teams. Navigate complex medical affairs content to drive impactful...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$215K - $235K *

Transform operations at multiple locations by leading field services, ensuring safety, quality, and profitability while driving growth in relay protection and controls. Collaborate with teams to execu...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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.