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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Use Ladders to discover vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Review job requirements, identify roles that match your experience, and take the next step toward leading leadership development programs at a growing organization.

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$110K - $130K *

Lead the growth of educational funding initiatives by deploying grant strategies and business development practices that align K-12 needs with critical funding sources. Collaborate with educators to c...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Transform K-12 education by driving strategic growth through grant writing and funding acquisition. Collaborate with K-12 leaders to identify opportunities and unlock essential resources for education...

San Francisco, CARemote

3 weeks ago

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

$120K - $145K *

Empower workforce capability through strategic learning initiatives. Collaborate with stakeholders to drive compliance training and build technical talent. Utilize digital learning tools to enhance op...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$155K - $259K *

Drive your career forward by leading project delivery across teams, ensuring alignment with product priorities and engineering capacity. Foster collaboration, manage risks, and enhance performance met...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$182K - $216K *

Drive operational excellence by leading a 150+ member team, optimizing workflows, and enhancing member experiences through strategic program development and data-driven insights...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $110K *

Drive strategic growth by identifying and securing new business opportunities in the Behavioral Health and IDD sectors, collaborating with sales leadership to achieve revenue goals while maintaining s...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in enhancing STEM education across the district by implementing innovative programming, guiding specialists, and fostering collaboration to elevate student learning experiences in PreK...

3 weeks ago

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

$77K - $90K *

Join a team that's integral to global commerce by supporting development and construction projects. This role offers exposure to the full development lifecycle, with opportunities for growth into adva...

Yesterday

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

$77K - $90K *

Optimize project coordination by supporting development teams, managing contracts, and ensuring accurate reporting. This role offers growth opportunities within the development lifecycle, enhancing sk...

Yesterday

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

$77K - $90K *

Join a team that's integral to global commerce, supporting development and construction projects. This role offers exposure to the full development lifecycle, with opportunities for growth into advanc...

Yesterday

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

$109K - $147K *

Lead complex organizational effectiveness initiatives, collaborating with stakeholders to diagnose needs and design impactful solutions that enhance performance and drive business success across the e...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $110K *

Elevate your career by driving growth in healthcare sales across multiple communities. Build strong relationships with referral sources, execute strategic plans, and make a meaningful impact in assist...

6 days ago

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

$120K - $125K *

Take ownership of the scheduling and logistics for the President, ensuring alignment with organizational priorities. Lead intake processes, manage communications, and oversee event preparations to max...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$225K - $275K *

Lead the charge in redefining Total Rewards strategy, enhancing compensation, equity, and benefits to attract and retain top talent while anticipating workforce shifts driven by AI and market trends...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$82K - $131K *

Lead the charge in promoting effective teaching practices in quantitative fields. Collaborate with faculty and students to enhance educational equity and support professional development through works...

2 weeks ago

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

$82K - $131K *

Shape the future of teaching in quantitative fields by collaborating with faculty and students to enhance equitable practices. Engage in professional development, workshops, and resource creation to f...

3 weeks ago

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

$82K - $131K *

Transform teaching in quantitative fields by collaborating with faculty and students to enhance equitable practices. Support professional development initiatives and adapt teaching methods in response...

3 weeks ago

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

$150K - $200K *

Engage with digital talent by cultivating relationships, managing endorsements, and executing strategies that drive success in talent management and development within the influencer space...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$125K - $150K *

Lead preconstruction efforts by coordinating activities, managing budgets, and ensuring project readiness. Collaborate with teams to align design, costs, and regulations, driving successful project de...

2 days ago

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

$125K - $150K *

Transform preconstruction processes by leading project planning, cost estimation, and stakeholder engagement. Ensure project readiness through effective coordination and risk management, aligning desi...

2 days ago

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

$150K - $180K *

Transform business development by identifying new segments and opportunities. Collaborate with leadership to shape strategic initiatives, engage with potential clients, and drive growth through innova...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$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

$97K *

Champion the future of education by leading school operations, driving strategic initiatives, and inspiring teams to achieve outstanding outcomes. Develop essential skills through hands-on experience...

2 weeks ago

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

$200K - $225K *

Empower your career by managing major commercial office development projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive strategy, execution, and deliver high-profile projects that create lastin...

2 weeks ago

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

$150K - $180K *

Lead a high-impact team focused on teaching robots locomanipulation tasks in real-world environments, emphasizing practical application and hands-on leadership to enhance capability development and de...

4 weeks ago

  •   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.