Explore Group Leader Jobs

Group Leaders guide teams, coordinate work, and help organizations achieve strategic goals. Depending on the employer and industry, the role may involve managing a functional group, leading a project or research team, or overseeing operations across a business unit. Explore vetted Group Leader opportunities on Ladders, including professional roles with salaries of $100,000 or more.

What Does a Group Leader Do?

Responsibilities vary by organization, but Group Leaders commonly set priorities, assign work, coach team members, monitor progress, and communicate results to stakeholders. Some roles focus on people management and department performance, while others emphasize technical direction, project delivery, research, or cross-functional collaboration.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers often seek experienced professionals with strong communication, decision-making, and problem-solving skills. Depending on the position, qualifications may include a relevant degree or industry expertise, a record of delivering results, experience leading teams, and the ability to manage budgets, projects, or operational processes.

Industries and Career Paths

Group Leader titles appear in fields such as technology, finance, healthcare, manufacturing, life sciences, and professional services. The scope of the role can range from leading a small specialist team to directing a larger function. Experienced Group Leaders may progress into senior management, director, or executive positions.

Find Your Next Group Leader Role

Search Group Leader jobs on Ladders to compare opportunities, review role requirements, and identify positions aligned with your experience and career goals. Explore vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more and take the next step toward your leadership career.

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$73K - $121K *

Lead your career by managing project execution and compliance for Process Validation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to ensure projects meet regulatory standards while drivin...

North York, ONIn-Person

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Lead and mentor the estimating team, ensuring accurate cost estimates and project deliverables while identifying cost-saving opportunities and enhancing processes for electrical and civil projects...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $120K *

Transform project outcomes by leading the estimating team, ensuring accurate cost assessments, and identifying value engineering opportunities. Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver comprehensive p...

Dallas, TXRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Grow your career with a strategic role supporting multi-agency cybersecurity operations, leading team management, project oversight, and customer engagements while delivering innovative insights and s...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Lead and inspire a team of construction engineers, managing MDOT and municipal projects across Michigan. Oversee project delivery, client relations, and staff development while ensuring compliance and...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$89K - $194K *

Elevate your career by leading a dynamic Agile team to design and build modern web applications. Leverage your technical expertise to mentor junior developers and drive innovation in cloud environment...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to driving project success through expert cost control, proactive scheduling, and insightful performance tracking to ensure project health and financial accuracy across di...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $140K *

Manage and deliver municipal infrastructure projects, ensuring client satisfaction and successful outcomes while building strong stakeholder relationships and leading project teams to meet deadlines a...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Grow your career with a strategic role leading projects, enhancing collaboration across functions, and driving organizational change. Ensure alignment of financial targets with project goals while fos...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive your career forward by leading strategic projects, ensuring cross-functional collaboration and successful execution of large-scale ERP initiatives. Leverage your expertise to align resources and...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Accelerate progress at delivering large-scale ERP solutions, engaging stakeholders and refining project management processes. Lead strategic initiatives to ensure alignment with organizational goals w...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in delivering large-scale ERP projects through strategic stakeholder engagement, refining project processes, and fostering cross-functional collaboration to achieve organizational obje...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Empower cross-functional collaboration and drive successful project execution while engaging with stakeholders to refine project management processes and align with strategic objectives for optimal ou...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join us to lead cross-functional teams in executing large-scale ERP projects. Drive strategic alignment, enhance project outcomes, and foster stakeholder collaboration while implementing best practice...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform project execution by leading cross-functional teams, engaging stakeholders, and refining processes to enhance efficiency and quality. Drive Go-to-Market strategies and ensure alignment with...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Accelerate project success by leading cross-functional teams, engaging stakeholders, and refining management processes. Drive Go-to-Market strategies while ensuring quality and financial alignment in...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$108K - $130K *

Transform project execution by leading cross-functional teams, engaging stakeholders, and refining management processes to enhance efficiency and achieve strategic goals in large-scale ERP implementat...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading cross-functional teams to drive project success, enhance efficiency, and foster stakeholder collaboration. Engage with executives to align project goals with organizational...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of financial project management. Lead strategic alignment and execution of large-scale ERP initiatives, driving collaboration and innovation while optimizing risk...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in delivering industrial electrical projects, combining project management and customer engagement. Collaborate with teams to ensure safe, efficient execution while building strong cli...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$143K - $179K *

Shape and lead client implementations for a cutting-edge trading platform, guiding asset and wealth managers through system configuration and go-live processes while ensuring client satisfaction and p...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Manage and lead complex projects in combat system simulation, ensuring high fidelity systems enable engineers to test Combat System performance effectively across various environments with a focus on...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$159K - $254K *

Transform fund accounting operations by leading a dynamic team, overseeing complex trade flows, and driving innovation in processes while ensuring quality and regulatory compliance in a fast-paced env...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$88K - $105K *

Lead and manage complex multidisciplinary design projects, ensuring high-quality execution and fostering strong client relationships. Collaborate with diverse teams to deliver on time and within budge...

2 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Lead the Joint Effects Division, driving strategic initiatives and enhancing joint capabilities across Multi-Domain Operations. Foster collaboration, mentor a diverse team, and ensure alignment with o...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Group Leader do?question toggle

    A Group Leader directs a team or functional group, sets priorities, coordinates work, supports employee development, and tracks performance toward organizational goals. Specific duties depend on the employer and industry.

  • What qualifications are needed for Group Leader jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary, but employers commonly look for relevant professional or technical experience, leadership ability, strong communication skills, and a history of delivering results. Some positions require a specific degree, certification, or industry background.

  • How much do Group Leaders earn?question toggle

    Compensation depends on industry, location, experience, and the scope of responsibility. Ladders focuses on vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more; review each listing for its stated salary range and benefits.

  • Where can Group Leaders work?question toggle

    Group Leaders work across sectors including technology, finance, healthcare, manufacturing, life sciences, and professional services. Their teams may focus on operations, projects, research, product development, or business functions.

  • What career paths can follow a Group Leader role?question toggle

    With strong performance and broader leadership experience, Group Leaders may advance to senior management, director, or executive roles, or move into larger teams and more strategic responsibilities.