Director, Leadership Development Jobs

Explore Director, Leadership Development opportunities with organizations seeking experienced leaders to build stronger managers, executives, and teams. These senior professionals shape leadership strategy, develop learning programs, and help organizations prepare talent for changing business needs. Find vetted roles paying $100,000 or more on Ladders.

What Does a Director of Leadership Development Do?

A Director of Leadership Development designs and oversees programs that strengthen leadership capabilities across an organization. Responsibilities may include assessing skill gaps, creating leadership curricula, coaching senior talent, and partnering with HR and business leaders to connect development initiatives to company priorities. Directors often measure program effectiveness through participant feedback, performance indicators, and talent outcomes.

Key Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly look for expertise in leadership development, organizational development, talent management, executive coaching, and learning strategy. Strong candidates bring strategic thinking, communication, facilitation, and stakeholder-management skills, as well as experience designing scalable programs. Depending on the employer, a background in human resources, business, psychology, or adult learning may be valuable.

Career Outlook and Opportunities

Leadership development directors work across industries and may lead enterprise-wide initiatives, manage a team of learning professionals, or specialize in areas such as executive development, succession planning, or management training. The role offers opportunities to influence culture and support organizational growth. Explore current openings to compare responsibilities, industries, and compensation.

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$180K - $240K *

Join a team that's redefining engineering leadership across diverse portfolios. You'll drive operational excellence, foster high-performing teams, and enhance technical consistency while ensuring sust...

Charlotte, NCRemote

1 week ago

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

$401K - $500K+*

Join a team that's shaping the future of infrastructure engineering by leading efforts for cloud platforms, scaling developer experiences, and unlocking transformative AI solutions to enhance producti...

United StatesRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$100K - $135K *

Help us drive project success by leading teams in enhancing product areas, managing budgets, and ensuring quality delivery. Collaborate across departments to achieve project goals while navigating ris...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

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

$125K - $135K *

Lead the charge in driving strategic project delivery across multiple squads, ensuring alignment with business priorities and effective communication among stakeholders. Utilize program management exp...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

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

$160K - $200K *

Advance your career by driving growth strategies in defense IT and ISR systems. Collaborate with senior leaders to shape opportunities and manage a robust pipeline across key Air Force mission areas a...

Ohio, USRemote

2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$144K - $160K *

Champion operational excellence by leading teams to enhance efficiency and care delivery. Drive AI integration, manage P&L, and collaborate cross-functionally to support growth and sustainability in h...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 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

$110K - $130K *

Contribute to the growth of a dynamic organization by owning talent acquisition and people operations. Drive scalable systems, optimize recruitment channels, and enhance employee experiences within a...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

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

$150K - $190K *

Transform your career by leading global customer operations. Drive change, enhance service delivery, and collaborate with senior leadership to shape strategic initiatives while managing vendor relatio...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $150K *

Accelerate growth in commercial construction services by building lasting client partnerships. Drive business development strategies across varied sectors to develop scalable solutions and enhance pro...

Medina, OHRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$125K - $150K *

Shape the future of commercial construction by driving business development. Lead complex sales, build client relationships across markets, and leverage our nationwide construction platform for impact...

Colorado, USRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in managing a large-scale FHWA communications program, ensuring effective contract leadership, quality management, and stakeholder engagement across a multidisciplinary team to deliver...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$160K - $230K *

Lead and empower a dedicated project management team to deliver exceptional service across a diverse portfolio, driving strategic growth and fostering strong client relationships while navigating comp...

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Yesterday

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

$100K - $120K *

Drive new logo acquisition and revenue growth by managing the full sales cycle for assigned prospects, leveraging industry expertise and consultative selling to deliver tailored solutions and achieve...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Drive new logo acquisition and revenue growth by managing the full sales cycle, leveraging industry expertise to align solutions with customer needs, and collaborating with internal teams for successf...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $170K *

Execute complex, cross-functional initiatives while navigating ambiguity and redefining operational models. Your strategic insights and leadership will propel projects to success and enhance overall o...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team to oversee portfolio health, ensuring quality and operational alignment across studies. Drive performance visibility, manage risks, and facilitate client governance while fostering...

Johnson City, TNRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in establishing a robust project management portfolio, optimizing planning and execution processes at the Space Weather Prediction Center. Drive continuous improvement and support lead...

Boulder, CORemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead and enhance partner programs, ensuring effective onboarding, enablement, and communication with technology partners to drive mutual success and streamline processes for...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$157K - $283K *

Take ownership of the design and management of high-profile ADA upgrade projects, ensuring effective execution, budget adherence, and client satisfaction while leading cross-functional teams in a dyna...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$225K - $325K *

Champion integrated transaction management across a vast global portfolio, driving strategic initiatives and operational excellence while fostering strong client relationships and leading cross-functi...

San Francisco, CARemote

6 days ago

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

$223K - $233K *

Deliver strategic leadership in biologics process development, overseeing outsourced manufacturing and ensuring alignment with corporate goals while driving technical excellence in late-stage developm...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$128K - $138K *

Drive impactful corporate partnerships by securing significant philanthropic investments. Manage a diverse portfolio, develop strategic engagement plans, and collaborate across teams to align corporat...

Toronto, ONRemote

1 week ago

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

$180K - $220K *

Empower a dynamic team of software engineers to innovate and deliver impactful tech solutions, collaborating with cross-functional partners to enhance pediatric healthcare for children with special ne...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Director of Leadership Development do?question toggle

    A Director of Leadership Development creates and leads programs that build leadership skills across an organization. The role may include executive coaching, management training, learning strategy, succession planning, and measuring development outcomes.

  • What qualifications are common for Director, Leadership Development jobs?question toggle

    Employers typically seek significant experience in leadership development, talent management, organizational development, learning and development, or executive coaching. Strategic communication and program-design skills are also important; specific education requirements vary.

  • How much do Director, Leadership Development jobs pay?question toggle

    Compensation varies by employer, industry, location, and scope of responsibility. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, and listings provide role-specific details when available.

  • Where do Directors of Leadership Development work?question toggle

    They work in organizations across sectors, including technology, financial services, healthcare, consulting, manufacturing, and other industries. Many partner closely with human resources and business leadership teams.

  • What career paths can lead to a Director of Leadership Development role?question toggle

    Common backgrounds include learning and development, human resources, organizational development, talent management, executive coaching, and leadership consulting. Experience leading programs and partnering with senior stakeholders can support advancement.