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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$128K - $252K *

Lead the charge in building and managing high-performing software engineering teams. Drive innovation, optimize processes, and deliver high-quality applications while fostering a culture of excellence...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$165K *

Join us to lead a dynamic Sales Development team, driving pipeline growth through strategic outbound and inbound initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance performance and leverag...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$84K - $114K *

Lead and inspire a high-performing team to excel in outbound sales prospecting. Drive strategic initiatives, optimize processes, and foster a culture of growth and inclusivity as we scale globally and...

Georgia, USRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $160K *

Reimagine business improvement strategies as a senior contributor, leading high-impact initiatives across functions. Drive alignment, governance, and measurable outcomes while influencing stakeholders...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$180K - $200K *

Elevate healthcare technology by owning mobile and web apps that enhance clinician workflows. Drive product direction, prioritize initiatives, and ensure patient safety while leveraging AI to improve...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$127K - $150K *

Join us to oversee affordable housing operations, ensuring compliance and performance excellence across our portfolio. Collaborate with property management and clients to enhance service delivery and...

Chicago, ILRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to lead the creation of impactful scientific content, enhancing medical education and patient outcomes. Collaborate cross-functionally, mentor writers, and drive excellence in heal...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$164K - $226K *

Unlock operational excellence by driving cross-functional initiatives that optimize customer strategy and enhance business intelligence. Collaborate with leaders to streamline decision-making and supp...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$198K - $298K *

Champion the optimization of Sales systems and processes, driving productivity and strategic initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance the sales experience and lead a global team...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$170K - $185K *

Champion technical sales execution across diverse domains, driving alignment with growth priorities. Lead a high-performing team, enhance customer outcomes, and provide strategic insights to elevate s...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$500K+*

Pioneer the evolution of Netflix's Compute Platform, driving innovation in distributed systems and AI integration. Lead product strategy, enhance efficiency, and collaborate across teams to ensure rob...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your project management career by leading a strategic platform within investor client coverage, enhancing client engagement and driving technology integration across CBRE's commercial real est...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

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

$220K - $330K *

Drive medical excellence by bridging clinical insights with risk management, guiding underwriting standards, and ensuring compliance across Life, Disability, and Long Term Care products while collabor...

Wisconsin, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $160K *

Create impactful data solutions by leading a cross-functional team in managing high-priority IT projects for federal clients. Drive collaboration and ensure project success through effective communica...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Transform product development by leveraging AI to enhance decision-making, streamline workflows, and drive customer-centric solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define vision and prio...

CanadaRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Champion a data-driven Customer Success program that enhances retention, proactively identifies risks, and efficiently engages a diverse customer base through innovative workflows and analytics. Lead...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$142K - $203K *

Design and optimize AI-ready networking infrastructures to support high-performance computing and data-intensive workloads. Collaborate with customers to assess, plan, and implement scalable solutions...

RemoteRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$185K - $344K *

Join a dynamic team driving strategic planning and performance management across analytics capabilities. Lead portfolio governance and execution initiatives to align resources and priorities, ensuring...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$300K - $400K *

Innovate and drive new revenue by selling expert data solutions to AI labs and healthcare companies. Build relationships with technical decision-makers to enhance model training and evaluation through...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$190K - $210K *

Lead the charge in strategic AI initiatives, coordinating cross-functional teams to drive program success. Utilize your program management expertise to align priorities, manage risks, and enhance AI c...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$175K - $190K *

Champion analyst relations by managing strategic engagements and amplifying company narratives. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance market perception and drive executive influence, ensuring alig...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $110K *

Empower your career by driving project delivery and managing Agile teams. Utilize AI tools to enhance decision-making, anticipate risks, and ensure timely outcomes. Collaborate with stakeholders to ma...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing application performance through expert Dynatrace monitoring. Collaborate with IT professionals to analyze, troubleshoot, and optimize application performance...

St. Louis, MORemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$138K - $201K *

Transform provider analytics by leading data-driven insights for contracting, performance, and network strategy. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance network adequacy and drive strategic...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to managing diverse publications projects from start to finish. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, ensure client satisfaction, and maintain project budgets while dr...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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.