Engagement Manager Jobs

Explore Engagement Manager jobs for experienced professionals who turn client needs and business priorities into successful outcomes. Engagement Managers lead important client relationships, guide complex projects, coordinate cross-functional teams, and help organizations deliver measurable value. Ladders features vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more, including roles for leaders ready to take the next step in consulting, technology, financial services, healthcare, and other industries.

What Does an Engagement Manager Do?

An Engagement Manager typically serves as a primary point of contact between a company and its clients or stakeholders. The role may involve defining project scope, setting timelines, managing budgets and risks, aligning internal teams, and communicating progress. Depending on the employer, Engagement Managers may also identify growth opportunities, support business development, and advise clients on strategy, implementation, or operational change.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers often seek strong project and program management skills, clear executive communication, and the ability to build trusted client relationships. Success also calls for analytical thinking, sound judgment, negotiation, and comfort managing competing priorities. Requirements vary by organization, but many senior roles value a relevant degree, industry expertise, and a track record of delivering complex engagements and measurable results.

Industries and Career Paths

Engagement Manager titles appear across consulting firms, software and technology companies, healthcare organizations, financial services, and enterprise businesses. The work can lead to senior leadership opportunities in client services, consulting, delivery, operations, or general management. Because responsibilities differ across employers, review each job description for the client portfolio, team structure, travel expectations, and decision-making scope.

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Search Ladders for vetted Engagement Manager opportunities paying $100,000 or more. Compare roles by industry, location, compensation, and responsibilities to find a position that fits your experience and career goals.

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$80K - $95K *

Advance corporate security initiatives by leading physical security projects, managing vendor relationships, and ensuring safety across multi-unit locations, while supervising a dedicated security tea...

Texas, USRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$170K - $200K *

Lead the charge in designing and operating high-impact identity systems, driving medium-to-large projects from ambiguity to delivery while ensuring reliability and quality across the enterprise identi...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $100K *

Support the CEO Office as an Executive Assistant, facilitating smooth operations, managing schedules, and coordinating high-level events. Drive strategic initiatives and foster collaboration among pee...

California, USRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$87K - $120K *

Champion business process excellence by bridging stakeholders and IT teams, driving Salesforce solutions, and optimizing workflows to enhance operational efficiency and user experience across the orga...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$124K - $156K *

Shape the future of AI Services by owning product strategy and execution. Collaborate with engineering teams to define agentic capabilities, drive tool strategies, and establish AI quality standards t...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$142K - $197K *

Drive strategic improvements and operational efficiency in Partnerships by establishing frameworks, integrating AI solutions, and optimizing team performance, all while collaborating with cross-functi...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the design and implementation of Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) in the biotech and pharmaceutical sectors, ensuring effective integration and documentation while fostering strong client re...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's leading the modernization of a legacy system. Drive architectural decisions, enhance engineering practices, and foster a culture of innovation while ensuring reliable delivery and c...

Pennsylvania, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Elevate your sales career by driving full-cycle sales in a dynamic environment. Leverage AI tools and consultative frameworks to engage high-growth organizations, exceed targets, and enhance your prod...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Transform your career by managing custom automation projects from design to delivery. Lead cross-functional teams, ensure customer satisfaction, and drive financial results while navigating complex pr...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Transform project delivery by leading VDC initiatives, ensuring seamless integration of technology, processes, and teams to produce accurate, field-ready models and comprehensive digital turnover pack...

Phoenix, AZRemote

2 days ago

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

$165K - $175K *

Transform market insights into impactful product strategies. Engage with customers to shape product offerings and enhance messaging, ensuring alignment across cross-functional teams. Drive growth by i...

Toronto, ONRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $150K *

Champion growth by driving new business and enhancing customer relationships. Collaborate with internal teams to deliver tailored packaging solutions while executing effective sales strategies to capt...

Rock Island, ILRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$255K - $290K *

Drive the technical vision for a complex database platform, ensuring scalability and performance. Lead architecture decisions, mentor engineers, and collaborate across teams to enhance data infrastruc...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Accelerate growth by managing key bank partnerships, driving revenue, and fostering strong relationships. Lead strategic initiatives and collaborate cross-functionally to enhance performance and deliv...

Charlotte, NCRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$135K - $160K *

Transform client relationships by leading customer success strategies, driving utilization, and maximizing retention across enterprise health systems. Oversee a high-performing team to ensure client s...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$74K - $137K *

Lead the charge in transforming workflows with AI, driving adoption and measurable impact in legal, tax, and trade sectors. Collaborate with clients and teams to design, implement, and evaluate innova...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$175K *

Shape the future of global telecommunications by leading strategy, architecture, and operations for voice and video infrastructure, ensuring reliable and cost-effective communication services aligned...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $120K *

Elevate talent management by executing core programs, enhancing employee experience, and driving performance initiatives. Lead cross-functional projects, ensuring accountability and operational contin...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$83K - $140K *

Lead the charge in financial modeling and forecasting, driving strategic insights and collaborative planning processes across Corporate Finance & Strategy to optimize performance and align financial g...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Drive technical pre-sales and implementation for innovative API and AI products, serving as a key liaison between customers and engineering teams to enhance AI-driven discovery experiences in the medi...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Advance your career by managing diverse medical communications projects, ensuring timely delivery and client satisfaction while leading multidisciplinary teams and maintaining strong relationships wit...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Transform client experiences by leading enterprise software implementations. Drive project success with effective stakeholder communication and collaboration across teams while ensuring alignment with...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$164K - $252K *

Join a team that's driving technical sales excellence in the Mid-Market and SMB segments. Lead a high-performing group of Solution Architects to enhance customer engagement and accelerate growth throu...

Morrisville, NCRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$140K - $150K *

Join a team that's dedicated to advancing clinical research by managing complex studies, ensuring compliance with regulations, and leading cross-functional teams to achieve project milestones efficien...

Boston, MARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What is an Engagement Manager?question toggle

    An Engagement Manager oversees client or stakeholder relationships and coordinates the people, plans, and resources needed to deliver successful projects or services. The exact scope varies by employer and industry.

  • What does an Engagement Manager do day to day?question toggle

    Day-to-day work may include meeting with clients, setting project priorities, tracking budgets and timelines, resolving delivery issues, coordinating teams, and sharing progress and recommendations with stakeholders.

  • What qualifications are commonly required for Engagement Manager jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary, but employers commonly value project or program leadership, client relationship management, communication, analytical problem-solving, and relevant industry experience. Senior positions may also require a degree or a record of leading complex engagements.

  • How much do Engagement Manager jobs pay?question toggle

    Compensation depends on industry, location, experience, and role scope. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more; check individual listings for specific salary details.

  • Where can I find Engagement Manager jobs?question toggle

    You can search Ladders for vetted Engagement Manager openings across industries, with job details that help you compare compensation, location, responsibilities, and experience requirements.