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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$80K - $170K *

Join a team that drives innovative modernization of education platforms, overseeing technical and programmatic initiatives while ensuring compliance and fostering collaboration across diverse teams to...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$210K - $250K *

Pioneer transformative client solutions and drive business growth as a senior leader. Manage diverse portfolios, foster strategic partnerships, and nurture team talent to deliver exceptional outcomes...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by leading innovative training initiatives that empower teams across all departments. Collaborate with managers to create effective onboarding and ongoing development plans, ensuring...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $95K *

Lead impactful youth development programs by overseeing operations, staff training, and community engagement. Collaborate with leaders to enhance program quality and ensure compliance with health and...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$110K - $130K *

Transform financial operations by leading day-to-day accounting, optimizing processes, and ensuring audit readiness. Collaborate with teams to enhance data governance and support scalable growth while...

1 week ago

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

$120K - $150K *

Accelerate progress at revenue growth and client retention by managing a high-performing sales team. Lead business development initiatives, foster client relationships, and ensure optimal execution of...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Elevate enterprise-wide strategic initiatives to optimize portfolio performance and capital allocation across a national industrial real estate platform, ensuring alignment with long-term growth objec...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$75K - $100K *

Engage your expertise to build a comprehensive educational model from the ground up. Lead the development of innovative training programs and materials while collaborating with partner schools to ensu...

1 week ago

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

$150K - $160K *

Optimize community operations by leading day-to-day management, ensuring compliance, and enhancing resident satisfaction while driving financial performance and team development...

1 week ago

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

$140K - $197K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead client relationships and strategic projects, leveraging your extensive cost management expertise in the data centre sector to drive success and foster growth within a c...

6 days ago

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

$140K - $197K *

Lead the charge in managing strategic client relationships and projects, leveraging your extensive cost management expertise in the data centre sector. Empower teams through mentorship while driving b...

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

$87K - $93K *

Join a dynamic Systems Team to manage cross-functional technical projects, ensuring effective delivery and stakeholder satisfaction while driving process improvements and collaboration across teams to...

2 weeks ago

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

$187K - $211K *

Transform the workplace by leading strategic HR initiatives that enhance employee engagement, foster a values-driven culture, and align HR practices with business objectives for a high-performing envi...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$188K - $210K *

Pioneer a transformative role in application development, leading teams to deliver high-quality technology solutions while enhancing operational excellence and aligning with enterprise goals across mu...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$200K - $275K *

Accelerate strategic growth by leading high-impact business development initiatives. Collaborate with executive leadership to identify and execute licensing, acquisitions, and partnerships that align...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$96K - $125K *

Empower workforce development initiatives by designing and executing programs that connect students with employers through experiential learning and internships, enhancing career readiness in cybersec...

1 week ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Elevate student-athlete performance by coordinating mental training and leadership programs. Collaborate with teams and coaches to enhance resilience, focus, and well-being, ensuring a holistic approa...

1 week ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Transform your career by leading fundraising and marketing strategies that drive revenue growth and enhance donor engagement. Collaborate with a dynamic team to achieve financial sustainability and el...

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

$120K - $145K *

Transform the future of business applications by leading strategy, delivery, and operations. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance core processes and drive value through effective system...

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6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $90K *

Lead the charge in overseeing strategic project execution, ensuring compliance and quality across workforce development initiatives while fostering team growth and continuous improvement in a dynamic...

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

$80K - $90K *

Shape the future of workforce development by leading strategic projects, ensuring compliance, and driving performance. Collaborate with a dedicated team to enhance service delivery and support employe...

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

$140K - $150K *

Partner with us to lead the HR function, driving strategies for talent management, employee relations, and compliance. Oversee initiatives that shape a positive workplace culture while ensuring effect...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$120K - $150K *

Drive member engagement and retention as you craft a dedicated success function. Oversee communication strategies, manage member relationships, and collaborate with teams to enhance the overall member...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $100K *

Champion excellence in executive search by leading market mapping, building strong candidate pipelines, and conducting first-round interviews in a collaborative team environment. Your contributions dr...

United StatesRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$150K - $180K *

Join a dynamic team to drive operational excellence across Business Units, ensuring accurate forecasting, insightful reporting, and effective execution. Collaborate closely with GMs to enhance perform...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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.