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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$120K - $150K *

Drive new business growth by engaging scholarly publishers, managing the sales cycle, and collaborating with teams to tailor solutions that meet client needs. Leverage industry insights and strategic...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $160K *

Lead complex client engagements by leveraging AI and advanced analytics to deliver actionable litigation insights. Collaborate across teams to design effective solutions, mentor staff, and ensure high...

New York, NYRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$166K - $200K *

Champion innovative solutions by leading cross-functional teams to enhance operational efficiency and drive project success across multiple departments, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and fos...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$180K - $215K *

Lead the charge in transforming supply chain technology strategies, driving innovation and operational excellence across S2P and O2C value streams. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance d...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$223K - $233K *

Deliver strategic leadership in biologics process development, overseeing outsourced manufacturing and ensuring alignment with corporate goals while driving technical excellence in late-stage developm...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$242K - $303K *

Join as the primary privacy leader to manage and enhance an enterprise-wide privacy program while navigating complex regulations. Collaborate across departments to drive compliance, innovation, and ef...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$113K - $126K *

Reimagine the customer journey by leading a dynamic team to enhance CX measurement and insights, driving strategic improvements and user satisfaction across multiple touchpoints within a collaborative...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $145K *

Shape the future of cyber claims management by leading a dynamic team, driving strategic initiatives, and ensuring exceptional service delivery while adhering to industry standards and regulatory requ...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $110K *

Elevate your career by developing and executing impactful paid social media campaigns. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize strategies, leveraging analytics to maximize reach and ROI wh...

New York, NYRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$130K - $150K *

Join a team that's driving customer success by managing strategic accounts, enhancing retention, and leading a dedicated team. Shape best practices and leverage automation to optimize account manageme...

Florida, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$136K - $220K *

Unlock project management excellence in Global Regulatory Affairs, driving timelines and compliance for drug submissions. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure accurate documentation and effective...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$135K - $140K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of cybersecurity by leading strategic resilience initiatives. Drive risk management, incident response, and security architecture while collaborating with senior...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$150K - $235K *

Join a team that's redefining business processes through digital transformation. Lead cross-functional initiatives, ensuring scalable and standardized practices that align with strategic goals while f...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Elevate client relationships by leading Client Success teams to ensure operational excellence, proactive issue resolution, and strategic growth, while fostering collaboration across departments to enh...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$157K - $283K *

Lead the charge in delivering large-scale infrastructure projects, managing client relationships, overseeing construction management efforts, and ensuring program success through strategic planning an...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$255K - $310K *

Lead a high-performing team to execute market access strategies, optimize payer engagement, and enhance product positioning. Drive collaboration across stakeholders to ensure effective reimbursement a...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $180K *

Unlock potential by leading a dynamic team in Workforce Management and Quality Assurance. Drive operational excellence, vendor partnerships, and innovative strategies to enhance service delivery and p...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$182K - $290K *

Elevate product innovation by leading cross-functional teams to define and execute a strategic vision that enhances customer experience and drives business outcomes at scale. Collaborate with senior l...

California, USRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's redefining Integrated Production excellence. Lead diverse creative projects, inspire talent, and drive innovative solutions while ensuring timely delivery and budget adherence for h...

New York, NYRemote

6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $180K *

Lead and enhance cybersecurity operations, ensuring effective incident response, threat detection, and client security assurance. Collaborate cross-functionally to bridge security strategy with tactic...

Los Angeles, CARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$134K - $173K *

Drive impactful customer success within our Scaled team by leading, coaching, and inspiring members to optimize client engagement and satisfaction, ensuring measurable value and improving operational...

CanadaRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$115K - $120K *

Lead the charge in driving operational excellence and strategic enablement across global Inside Sales teams, enhancing commercial effectiveness and delivering exceptional client value through innovati...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $180K *

Champion global physical security and resiliency initiatives by providing strategic leadership to enhance safety for employees and assets while driving compliance across all company operations and thi...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$140K - $180K *

Transform identity governance at scale by leading the SailPoint ISC platform. Drive strategy, architecture, and compliance across global operations while collaborating with cross-functional teams to e...

Brooklyn, NYRemote

1 week ago

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

$200K - $230K *

Elevate your career by leading the design and optimization of HR operations. Drive compliance, enhance payroll accuracy, and build scalable processes that support a growing organization. Collaborate c...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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.