Welcome to High-Paying Director, Major Gifts Jobs

Whether you are experienced in the dynamic field of major gifts fundraising or seeking new opportunities, we offer an array of roles that comes with massive financial rewards. At Ladders, you can easily find the career progression you are aiming for in this lucrative field.

Why Major Gifts?

Careers in fundraising, particularly major gifts, offer incredible potential for financial growth and the opportunity to contribute to the philanthropic landscape of various sectors. As a Director of Major Gifts, you would play a pivotal role in transforming any nonprofit organization's financial trajectory and make tangible impacts.

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$191K - $320K *

Drive transformative solutions by leading the Global Acceleration Hub, enhancing delivery excellence, and forging cross-functional partnerships to scale customer success and service growth within the...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$176K - $249K *

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Empower success as a Director of Professional Services, leading customer implementations and operational excellence for cloud and on-premise solutions. Oversee delivery teams and drive client satisfac...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $200K *

Architect and lead revenue strategies, operations, and sales enablement to drive growth and enhance business performance, ensuring alignment across the GTM teams and fostering an innovative, collabora...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$168K - $191K *

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1 week ago

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

$125K - $150K *

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$148K - $248K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in expanding our Mid-Market team by mentoring and managing Account Executives, driving sales growth, and ensuring effective strategies for competing against performance marketing chann...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$75K - $95K *

Elevate business growth by leading development efforts for a managed services platform, driving revenue, and expanding client adoption through innovative solutions and strategic partnerships...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $125K *

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$119K - $180K *

Shape operational excellence by owning the annual operating plan, leveraging data for informed decision-making, and collaborating with senior leaders to enhance performance and efficiency in a high-im...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $180K *

Reimagine enterprise sales by driving new business through self-sourced pipelines. Engage with stakeholders, navigate complex buying groups, and close high-value deals while promoting innovative AI vi...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $135K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$151K - $162K *

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $145K *

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

$145K - $170K *

Drive partner success by building relationships with VARs and system integrators, enhancing pipeline creation, and accelerating deal velocity to achieve revenue goals in a dynamic, cloud-focused envir...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$175K - $215K *

Pioneer your career by leading financial planning and analysis, driving strategic initiatives, and guiding cross-functional collaboration to impact organizational success at a high level of decision-m...

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3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K *

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $180K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$180K - $220K *

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1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$147K - $184K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$170K - $180K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$81K - $88K *

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3 weeks ago

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

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What is a Director, Major Gifts job?question toggle

    A Director, Major Gifts, primarily oversees the planning and implementation of strategies to secure donations from high-worth individuals for a nonprofit organization.

  • What skills are required for Director, Major Gifts jobs?question toggle

    Key skills include strategic planning, donor relationship management, excellent communication abilities, and a keen understanding of philanthropic trends.

  • What kind of organizations hire for Director, Major Gifts roles?question toggle

    Typically, nonprofits and educational institutions hire for these roles. However, any organization that relies heavily on philanthropy might require a Director, Major Gifts.

  • What are the typical responsibilities of a Director, Major Gifts?question toggle

    Their responsibilities often include developing major gift strategies, managing relationships with potential donors, leading fundraising efforts, and working towards the financial goals of the organization.