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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$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's shaping innovative scientific communication strategies. This role combines advanced content development with strategic leadership across therapeutic areas, engaging directly with cl...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $150K *

Unlock your potential in advanced scientific communication and strategic leadership. Collaborate on integrated medical communications across therapeutic areas, creating impactful content and guiding i...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Drive the success of capital project systems and reporting, ensuring operational efficiency and compliance. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance strategic planning and safeguard assets through eff...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$190K - $200K *

Elevate operational excellence by leading transformation initiatives and optimizing Shared Services. Collaborate with senior leaders to drive measurable improvements in productivity, cost efficiency...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$163K - $179K *

Champion product development by leading market research, defining user needs, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance product offerings and drive successful launches in the medical de...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Elevate production excellence by leading complex client programs, ensuring strategic delivery, client satisfaction, and operational efficiency across multi-million-dollar initiatives and diverse marke...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$150K - $180K *

Elevate client experiences by leading production strategy and execution across multi-million-dollar programs. Drive operational excellence, manage cross-functional teams, and ensure client satisfactio...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$175K - $225K *

Transform your career by leading credit and collections strategies that enhance cash flow and support business growth. Collaborate across departments to establish effective governance and drive operat...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$125K - $130K *

Champion the future of food safety and quality assurance across multiple service locations, driving compliance, operational audits, supplier management, and training initiatives to ensure optimal gues...

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

$100K - $120K *

Drive complex healthcare projects from strategy to execution, ensuring alignment across teams. Lead operational improvements and transformation initiatives while managing stakeholder relationships and...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$140K - $160K *

Shape enterprise transformation by driving high-priority initiatives, collaborating with business leaders to develop integrated plans and measurable outcomes, while ensuring sustainable practices and...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$140K - $160K *

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive high-priority initiatives, transforming ambiguous challenges into actionable plans and measurable outcomes, while ensuring alignment and accountability...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$153K - $180K *

Elevate design excellence by leading project execution from concept to completion, ensuring high-quality outcomes while collaborating with teams, consultants, and stakeholders to deliver innovative an...

Reposted today

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

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by leading a technical team to enhance collaboration tools in a dynamic, cloud-based environment. Engage with federal clients, drive Agile practices, and ensure toolset efficiency...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$89K *

Join a dynamic team to lead video storytelling at a prestigious medical center. Oversee productions from concept to final approval, blending creativity with project management to deliver impactful con...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $195K *

Drive change management initiatives that enhance employee engagement and operational efficiency. Collaborate across teams to ensure successful adoption of technology and policy changes, while providin...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in managing land development projects, collaborating with clients and teams to ensure timely execution and compliance. Drive team performance while handling multiple projects and advan...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Drive project success by managing timelines, resources, and stakeholder communication, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and effective risk management throughout project execution...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$157K - $207K *

Unlock potential by leading the creative vision for a pioneering AI lab in biology. Drive projects from concept to execution, balancing scientific accuracy with compelling design to elevate brand pres...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$157K - $207K *

Shape the future of biology by leading creative initiatives that elevate our brand. Collaborate closely with leadership to craft compelling narratives and visuals, while managing a growing team and bu...

Emeryville, CARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$125K - $150K *

Transform partner growth strategies by leading innovative referral programs, enhancing partner experiences, and driving collaboration across teams to maximize referral opportunities and business impac...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $160K *

Engage in strategic leadership to enhance partner referral programs, driving growth and collaboration across channels. Shape experiences that build partner confidence and optimize referral opportuniti...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $150K *

Create and lead innovative partner referral strategies to enhance growth and engagement across diverse partner channels, ensuring a differentiated experience that drives referrals and strengthens rela...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $160K *

Shape your career by leading partner referral strategies that enhance growth and engagement across diverse channels. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive impactful programs and elevate par...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $150K *

Shape the future of partner growth by leading strategic initiatives that enhance referral programs, strengthen partner experiences, and drive collaboration across teams to maximize business impact and...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise 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.