Director, Professional Services Jobs

Explore Director, Professional Services opportunities on Ladders, where you can discover vetted jobs paying $100,000 or more. These senior leaders guide teams that deliver expertise, solutions, and measurable outcomes for clients across industries.

What Does a Director of Professional Services Do?

Directors of Professional Services oversee client-facing delivery organizations, translating business goals into reliable, high-quality services. Responsibilities may include setting delivery strategy, managing project portfolios, developing teams, strengthening client relationships, and coordinating with sales, product, and operations leaders. The role often balances client satisfaction, team performance, budgets, and business growth.

Skills and Experience Employers Seek

Employers commonly look for leadership experience in consulting or services delivery, strong communication and stakeholder-management skills, and the ability to manage complex programs. Experience with budgets, forecasting, process improvement, and service metrics can also be valuable. Industry knowledge and familiarity with relevant platforms or methodologies may be important depending on the organization.

Career Opportunities and Compensation

Director-level professional services roles are available in technology, consulting, financial services, healthcare, and other sectors. Job scope and compensation vary by employer, location, industry, and experience. Ladders focuses on vetted opportunities paying $100,000 or more, helping experienced professionals explore roles aligned with their leadership background.

Find Your Next Professional Services Leadership Role

Browse Director, Professional Services jobs to compare responsibilities, requirements, and opportunities. Keep your résumé current, highlight client outcomes and team achievements, and use your search to identify organizations where your expertise can make an impact.

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$117K - $189K *

Pioneer global Orexin development programs by driving project management efforts. Partner with the Global Team Leader to oversee cross-functional teams, manage critical activities, and ensure project...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$188K - $230K *

Lead product strategy and execution for TPA, PEO, and Carrier partners, driving innovation and operational excellence. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance platform capabilities and deli...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$200K - $352K *

Shape the future of marketing compliance by leading automation initiatives, overseeing review processes, and driving collaboration across teams. This hands-on role combines strategic oversight with di...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$137K - $210K *

Champion underwriting excellence and risk management by leading strategic initiatives, optimizing portfolio performance, and fostering cross-functional collaboration to drive profitable growth and enh...

Nebraska, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$151K - $302K *

Explore a leadership role driving growth and strategy in government health consulting. Collaborate with teams to enhance service delivery, manage vendor relationships, and support talent development w...

Washington, DCRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$242K - $282K *

Lead the oversight of contractual matters across departments, serving as a trusted advisor to internal stakeholders from pre-clinical to commercial readiness. This role emphasizes collaboration and ex...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $200K *

Lead the charge in delivering complex federal digital services programs, ensuring strategic direction, operational excellence, and strong customer relationships across multidisciplinary teams while ma...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in shaping product strategy and execution for a key applications portfolio, driving innovation and growth through AI integration while mentoring a high-performing team in a dynamic hea...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$184K - $230K *

Lead the charge in transforming business readiness and deployment excellence across the Americas, ensuring seamless Oracle E-Business Suite upgrades while aligning regional priorities with global stra...

United StatesRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Transform your career by driving strategic partnerships in healthcare. Leverage your extensive relationships within benefits consulting to influence and expand business opportunities while collaborati...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$150K - $180K *

Drive product strategy and execution for a critical portfolio area, leading cross-functional teams to transform user insights into impactful software solutions while mentoring others and shaping platf...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$212K - $265K *

Drive transformative software engineering across EPM products, lead modernization, build innovative SaaS capabilities, and enhance operational excellence in a high-impact role overseeing global teams...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Pioneer innovative eDiscovery solutions by managing complex projects, collaborating with legal teams, and mentoring staff. Ensure quality deliverables while exceeding client expectations through exper...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$125K - $150K *

Join a team that leads enterprise-wide financial planning and analysis. Collaborate with senior leaders to improve business performance and drive strategic financial outcomes, while managing a dedicat...

Johnson City, TNRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$98K - $183K *

Join a team that shapes the future of customer success in government by leading strategic relationships, ensuring retention, and cultivating growth through innovative solutions and inspiring leadershi...

Franklin, TNRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$150K - $180K *

Accelerate your career by leading the GTM strategy for USMC, driving revenue growth through strategic relationships and innovative solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address nationa...

Washington, DCRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $156K *

Drive data excellence by leading analytics initiatives, enhancing governance, and integrating systems. Collaborate with leadership to deliver impactful insights and ensure compliance while leveraging...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$150K - $175K *

Lead the charge in managing client-facing security operations, overseeing a high-performing team, and acting as a trusted advisor. Drive incident response, tool management, and process improvement to...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$275K - $300K *

Transform customer experiences by leading the multi-location product initiative, driving strategy, and developing innovative solutions that scale across the platform for diverse users, empowering them...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$101K - $150K *

Champion client success by leading complex enterprise implementations, managing risks, and ensuring high-quality outcomes. Drive stakeholder engagement and project delivery while fostering strong rela...

Austin, TXRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $160K *

Unlock the potential of global quoting processes by owning the end-to-end CPQ workflow. Drive innovation and efficiency through Salesforce integrations, leading implementation projects while enhancing...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$149K - $224K *

Drive analytics excellence by leading a team to deliver impactful insights, enhance reporting capabilities, and support strategic decision-making across diverse business functions. Foster collaboratio...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$159K - $211K *

Join us in transforming quality operations by leading a robust PACE quality program, ensuring compliance and care excellence while collaborating cross-functionally to enhance participant outcomes and...

California, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$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...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $140K *

Unlock potential by owning executive-level client relationships, driving integrated strategies, and leading action-oriented touchpoints that translate insights into measurable outcomes while championi...

United StatesRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Director of Professional Services do?question toggle

    A Director of Professional Services leads teams responsible for delivering consulting, implementation, or other client-facing services. The role may include delivery strategy, project oversight, team development, client relationships, and performance management.

  • What qualifications are typically required for Director, Professional Services jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary, but employers often seek substantial experience in professional services or consulting, a record of leading teams and complex engagements, and strong client, communication, and operational skills. Some positions also require specific industry or technical expertise.

  • How much do Directors of Professional Services earn?question toggle

    Compensation varies based on factors such as location, industry, company size, and experience. Ladders features vetted jobs paying $100,000 or more, including opportunities for senior professional services leaders.

  • Where can I find Director, Professional Services jobs?question toggle

    You can browse Director, Professional Services listings on Ladders and review roles across industries, comparing job responsibilities and qualifications to find opportunities suited to your experience.

  • What skills help Directors of Professional Services succeed?question toggle

    Strategic leadership, client relationship management, team development, program delivery, communication, budgeting, and process improvement are commonly useful. The most relevant skills depend on the employer and service area.