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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$177K - $265K *

Partner with us to lead systems engineering efforts, ensuring compliance and integrity in processes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive successful program milestones and deliver high-qua...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$83K - $118K *

Unlock your potential by leading complex IT/SaaS projects, driving execution, and enhancing business processes. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure project success while utilizing Agile methodolo...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $105K *

Lead the charge in optimizing on-the-job training programs, ensuring effective, standardized training to enhance safety and performance across operations through rigorous evaluation and continuous imp...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$128K - $192K *

Join a dynamic team as a Lead Embedded Engineer, advocating for customer needs while leading innovative network solutions development across diverse embedded systems...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $127K *

Elevate operator capabilities by coaching, developing skills, and implementing improvement plans. Collaborate with leadership to ensure effective training and support operational excellence initiative...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Optimize financial oversight for multi-million-dollar contracts; analyze trends, produce data-driven reports, and support decision-making for senior leaders in an Intelligence Community environment...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$180K - $220K *

Partner with us to support the US Space Force in managing advanced space systems, ensuring effective program execution and stakeholder collaboration while driving administrative and technical solution...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform communications strategies to elevate the Integrated Vision Solutions sector. Lead internal and external messaging, create engaging content, and analyze impact to align with business goals an...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$146K - $230K *

Drive strategic revenue growth by managing relationships with existing enterprise clients. Lead, mentor, and expand your sales team while collaborating across functions to enhance client experiences a...

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$146K - $230K *

Unlock potential by driving growth through strong client relationships, optimizing revenue opportunities, and leading an agile sales team in a dynamic environment. Collaborate closely with senior lead...

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$146K - $230K *

Unlock potential by driving commercial success and building a top sales team. Collaborate with clients and stakeholders to enhance client relationships and optimize strategies. Lead a team and leverag...

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$158K - $199K *

Lead the charge in driving client success through strategic account management and sales leadership. Cultivate relationships with C-level executives while developing innovative solutions for global ac...

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3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$158K - $199K *

Lead strategic direction and execution for major global accounts, drive growth, retain clients, and manage a dedicated sales team focused on delivering client value and exploring new business opportun...

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4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$127K - $236K *

Champion project execution by driving technical and financial objectives, collaborating across teams, and managing schedules and costs to ensure successful program delivery in a dynamic engineering en...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$127K - $236K *

Contribute to the success of complex engineering projects by managing technical, cost, and schedule performance while collaborating with cross-functional teams to achieve operational goals and ensure...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's committed to enhancing information security within Special Access Programs. Contribute to the operational performance and integrity of systems while supporting DoD agencies through...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $150K *

Drive operational excellence in a VP-level role, leading a food manufacturing facility's ramp-up. Oversee production, financial performance, and team development to meet growing customer demand and su...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$130K - $155K *

Empower innovation as a technical leader in AI, driving strategic initiatives and mentoring teams to deliver secure, scalable solutions for mission-critical environments. Shape the future of AI in tel...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$108K - $130K *

Transform our engineering landscape by leading a skilled team to deliver high-quality, scalable software solutions. Drive collaboration and innovation, acting as a technical authority while nurturing...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$79K - $97K *

Lead daily field operations by supervising personnel, ensuring safety, and coordinating project activities to optimize efficiency and profitability while maintaining strong employer-employee relations...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$97K - $134K *

Lead and manage critical capital projects for manufacturing equipment, enhancing capacity and capability in a dynamic optical solutions environment. Drive cross-functional teams to ensure project alig...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$74K - $130K *

Champion change management by ensuring timely, accurate documentation and compliance across projects. Collaborate with stakeholders to streamline notice processes and enhance communication, driving pr...

6 days ago

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

$74K - $130K *

Transform project communication by managing change notices, ensuring compliance, and facilitating stakeholder engagement. Drive clarity and accuracy in documentation while supporting contract administ...

1 week ago

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

$120K - $145K *

Join a dynamic team to transform fragmented manufacturing data into reliable, production-grade solutions. Collaborate with customers and cross-functional teams to design, implement, and maintain data...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Advance your career by managing clinical trial operations, ensuring quality outcomes while collaborating with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to drive success in clinical programs...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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.