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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Start browsing countless high-paying director, major gifts jobs awaiting at Ladders. Expand your horizons and elevate your career profile today.

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$170K - $220K *

Transform the brand's creative vision and deliver exceptional design across all channels. Lead an in-house team while overseeing external vendors, ensuring high-quality output that aligns with marketi...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$140K - $230K *

Take ownership of your territory by driving sales performance, building strong relationships, and effectively managing the pipeline. Utilize proactive prospecting to exceed quota while navigating comp...

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3 weeks ago

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

$204K - $379K *

Drive operational excellence by leading NOCC transitions, enhancing scalability, governance, and productivity through strategic integration of global teams and innovative frameworks that optimize reso...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$105K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead integrated media strategy and client relationships in programmatic advertising. Drive innovation, mentor talent, and collaborate cross-functionally to achieve strategic...

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Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$100K - $120K *

Explore a pivotal role leading complex, cross-functional projects from initiation to completion. Leverage your project management expertise to ensure timely delivery, budget adherence, and stakeholder...

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3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$118K - $212K *

Engage with the CEO to craft compelling narratives and enhance communication strategies. Lead diverse content creation, leveraging AI tools to connect with key audiences and ensure impactful messaging...

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2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $116K *

Empower the mission-focused fundraising efforts by cultivating and managing major donor relationships that secure significant contributions. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure strategic alignmen...

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4 days ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Optimize our product suite to elevate financial advisory capabilities through innovative AI solutions. Lead the entire product lifecycle, collaborating with diverse teams to transform complex workflow...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$134K - $231K *

Transform the value creation landscape by leading strategic initiatives to enhance margin, cash flow, and organizational growth. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive operational excellence...

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Reposted 5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$130K - $160K *

Lead strategic partnerships by managing high-profile customer relationships, developing actionable plans, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure successful program execution and align...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$160K - $170K *

Shape the future of pricing strategy by leading complex deal governance and analytics. Collaborate across teams to enhance deal integrity and leverage AI-driven tools for efficient pricing models, ens...

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2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in supporting clients with policy, business development, and growth strategies in the climate and energy sectors. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to navigate complex challenges a...

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4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$160K - $200K *

Elevate your career by leading our multi-brand marketing strategy and infrastructure. Design and implement marketing initiatives that drive growth and customer acquisition across our expanding portfol...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$125K - $150K *

Drive employee engagement and retention by managing investigations, resolving conflicts, and ensuring compliance with labor laws. Collaborate with leadership to enhance workplace culture and improve o...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$93K - $110K *

Lead a sales team to exceed annual revenue goals by driving effective strategies and enhancing team performance through coaching and mentorship. Shape the sales cycle from prospecting to negotiation w...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $190K *

Join a transformative team dedicated to driving strategic client growth and enterprise adoption of innovative solutions, while fostering executive relationships and orchestrating cross-functional init...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$169K - $242K *

Empower growth by driving payer engagements and turning interest into actionable results. This role demands a proactive leader to build relationships and facilitate collaboration, ensuring tangible ac...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$180K - $230K *

Lead the charge in optimizing manufacturing processes through effective management of the Automation and Controls team, ensuring strategic alignment with innovation initiatives while fostering a cultu...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Deliver strategic business development initiatives, managing client relationships and driving growth across North America. Utilize strong leadership skills to enhance agency capabilities and maximize...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$80K - $95K *

Lead fundraising initiatives by identifying and cultivating major gift prospects to secure philanthropic support crucial to organizational goals. Optimize donor relations and strategy execution in a h...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $121K *

Champion legal operations excellence by driving process improvements, metrics establishment, and AI integration to enhance workflow efficiencies and support the Legal team in dynamic, fast-paced envir...

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Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$210K - $302K *

Execute strategic sales initiatives for Critical Environments, leading a dynamic team to exceed revenue goals, foster customer relationships, and expand market presence across North America in high-st...

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Reposted 1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in providing strategic financial leadership and executive-level counsel, enhancing organizational performance through financial oversight, analysis, budgeting, and cash flow management...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $150K *

Advance federal business growth by leading strategic initiatives, fostering agency relationships, and executing contract opportunities to enhance market positioning and drive success within federal ag...

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1 week ago

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

$185K - $297K *

Drive strategic design of incentive compensation plans to align with business objectives. Partner with senior leaders, enhance operational excellence, and champion process improvements, while leading...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

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.