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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$161K - $210K *

Elevate workforce management by leading recruitment, onboarding, and performance strategies. Drive clinician readiness and productivity while ensuring quality care through data-driven decision-making...

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5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$145K - $190K *

Lead the growth of a Land Survey practice, collaborating on diverse public infrastructure projects while mentoring team members and ensuring quality deliverables in a hybrid work environment...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$104K - $193K *

Transform the future of enterprise software by owning the product lifecycle, integrating solutions, and driving ARR growth through innovative strategies and customer-focused offerings that enhance ope...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$135K - $160K *

Lead the charge in defining user experience strategy, managing a multi-disciplinary design team to deliver innovative, user-centered digital products while fostering collaboration and high-impact desi...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Transform high-density data center infrastructure by leading product strategy for AI/HPC cabling solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop scalable offerings that meet market needs...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$175K - $210K *

Empower your career by leading enterprise architecture initiatives across business and technology, driving strategic innovation and collaboration in a global organization...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Staffing

$120K - $167K *

Transform user experiences by leading a dynamic UX team, driving strategy, and fostering innovation. Engage in hands-on design while mentoring talent and collaborating across functions to enhance prod...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $167K *

Lead a dynamic UX team while driving strategy and hands-on design. Collaborate across functions to enhance user experiences and integrate AI capabilities, ensuring high-quality outcomes and fostering...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$88K - $105K *

Take ownership of project management initiatives, driving operational excellence and cross-functional collaboration to enhance efficiency and deliver impactful results across diverse teams and project...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$500K+*

Lead the transformation of media ingestion and distribution systems, driving automated, AI-powered workflows that enhance efficiency and accelerate content delivery to a global audience. Collaborate a...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$250K - $295K *

Empower organizations by leading strategic initiatives in consulting, driving growth through client engagement and team collaboration. Shape the future of technology services with analytical acumen an...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$250K - $295K *

Drive strategic growth and operational excellence for diverse clients, enhancing relationships and identifying opportunities. Lead consulting projects and mentor teams, ensuring high-quality deliverab...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$250K - $295K *

Transform strategic consulting with your leadership skills, guiding teams to deliver impactful solutions for leading Technology and Services organizations, while fostering growth in people and client...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$250K - $295K *

Lead essential consulting projects that drive growth and unlock value for clients in the Technology and Services industries. Collaborate with senior leadership to deliver strategic insights and enhanc...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$250K - $295K *

Join a team that's driving growth and transforming businesses by delivering strategic solutions. As a leader, you'll guide complex projects, develop insights, and foster client relationships while men...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Explore opportunities to lead cross-functional teams and manage client projects, ensuring on-time delivery within budget while fostering effective communication and collaboration. Elevate project outc...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Deliver strategic leadership for a centralized partner data management system, ensuring alignment with business priorities and enhancing user experience. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to dri...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$150K - $180K *

Drive impactful care delivery strategies by collaborating across teams to enhance patient access and operational efficiency in the GU portfolio. Shape scalable solutions that support adoption and opti...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$115K - $130K *

Transform clinical equipment management by mentoring technicians, ensuring compliance, and enhancing service quality. Lead maintenance strategies and foster a productive environment while addressing c...

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

$120K - $140K *

Drive your career forward by leading a dynamic PMO team, overseeing complex projects in healthcare technology. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure strategic alignment and successful execution of...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$140K - $220K *

Drive enterprise data architecture initiatives, ensuring scalable designs and integration across teams. Collaborate on modernization efforts to enhance data quality, security, and interoperability, su...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$120K - $145K *

Lead a dynamic security team to enhance compliance and trust, driving SOC 2 Type 2 attestation while integrating security practices across diverse products and teams. Collaborate with engineering to e...

1 week ago

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

$125K - $150K *

Champion a robust security program, leading a team to achieve SOC 2 Type 2 attestation while ensuring secure engineering practices across diverse products and cloud environments. Drive compliance, ris...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

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

$94K - $181K *

Drive impactful research and development initiatives by providing expert program management support, ensuring effective planning, execution, and documentation to advance critical technologies and clos...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$128K - $220K *

Lead the charge in driving successful integration initiatives across functions, translating business goals into strategic plans, managing risks, and fostering collaboration to achieve operational exce...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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.