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Managing Directors shape organizational strategy, lead business units, and guide teams toward ambitious performance goals. Browse Managing Director opportunities on Ladders, where professionals can discover vetted roles paying $100,000 or more across industries and locations.

What Does a Managing Director Do?

Responsibilities vary by organization, but Managing Directors commonly set strategic priorities, oversee budgets and operations, build relationships with clients and stakeholders, and develop senior teams. In financial services, the title may focus on client portfolios, transactions, or revenue growth; in other sectors, it can describe leadership of a region, division, or entire organization.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers often seek substantial leadership experience, a record of delivering business results, and strong communication, decision-making, and financial management skills. Requirements may include an advanced degree, industry expertise, or experience leading large teams, depending on the role.

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$125K - $150K *

Shape the future of financial strategy by leading scalable systems, guiding profitability, and empowering teams to achieve sustainable growth. Drive initiatives that maximize efficiency, accuracy, and...

United StatesRemote

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$160K *

Lead the charge in scaling an outbound SDR team, coaching reps, and enhancing systems to drive qualified pipeline. Collaborate closely with leadership while maintaining a personal quota in a dynamic...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$115K - $145K *

Lead clinical research projects, ensuring compliance with regulations and timelines. Collaborate with teams and sponsors, manage study functions, and drive effective communication to achieve trial mil...

Boston, MARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$172K - $202K *

Elevate your career by leading innovative insights and strategies for clients. As a Senior Director, you'll leverage your expertise to drive impactful research, engage with executives, and mentor team...

Texas, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$130K - $145K *

Drive growth by building strong partnerships with travel agencies, enhancing market share and brand awareness. Collaborate across teams to identify opportunities and execute strategies, making a signi...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$130K - $160K *

Reimagine business improvement strategies as a senior contributor, leading high-impact initiatives across functions. Drive alignment, governance, and measurable outcomes while influencing stakeholders...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$210K - $250K *

Innovate in AI-native primary care by leading a dynamic medical group. Manage physicians, enhance care delivery, and shape clinical programs while maintaining direct patient care involvement. Drive ex...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $100K *

Manage and execute complex LIMS implementations for public health and environmental labs. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure project success, stakeholder alignment, and high-quality out...

Tucson, AZRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $235K *

Join a team that's redefining business processes through digital transformation. Lead cross-functional initiatives, ensuring scalable and standardized practices that align with strategic goals while f...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$160K - $230K *

Lead and empower a dedicated project management team to deliver exceptional service across a diverse portfolio, driving strategic growth and fostering strong client relationships while navigating comp...

RemoteRemote

Yesterday

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

$120K *

Join a dynamic team to enhance member engagement through strategic initiatives, events, and relationship-building. Drive value for members while fostering collaboration across departments in a fast-pa...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Help us lead complex New Product Introduction projects, driving cross-functional teams to achieve project goals in scope, schedule, and quality while ensuring compliance with industry regulations and...

Hillsboro, ORRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$140K - $160K *

Innovate by leading global Credit & Collections operations, driving cash performance, and managing customer credit risk. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance processes, ensure compliance...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$112K - $188K *

Unlock potential by leading accounting operations and building scalable processes. Drive efficiency and accountability across financial functions while fostering team development and strong stakeholde...

Calgary, ABRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$140K - $180K *

Innovate with us as you lead technical delivery for enterprise data integration and migration projects, focusing on Higher Education and Salesforce ecosystems. Drive solution architecture, manage team...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $150K *

Champion digital transformation by leading delivery teams in Salesforce projects, ensuring excellence in project management, client relationships, and issue resolution while mentoring consultants and...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$163K - $261K *

Shape the future of electrification services by leading operations across the West U.S. region, driving performance excellence, and managing nationwide digital automation initiatives while advancing r...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$99K - $148K *

Lead market acceptance and demand for Aluminum conduit products, collaborating with sales agents and industry stakeholders to drive growth and transition from steel to Aluminum in the electrical const...

Illinois, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$200K - $350K *

Transform actuarial services by validating third-party data, establishing loss assumptions, and independently reserving gross/ceded/net. Lead technical support for the Reserve Committee while enhancin...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$140K - $185K *

Pioneer growth initiatives by leading strategic business development efforts. Drive new client acquisition and expand existing relationships across key industries, managing the full sales cycle to ach...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$129K - $207K *

Champion growth in our labels business by leading a dynamic team, driving revenue through strategic client partnerships, and identifying new market opportunities to maximize profit and capacity...

Warrenville, ILRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$129K - $207K *

Drive revenue growth by leading a dynamic team in the labels business unit. Collaborate across departments to identify market opportunities, enhance client relationships, and achieve sales goals throu...

Warrenville, ILRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$165K - $225K *

Engage with senior leaders to drive workforce transformation by diagnosing needs and shaping strategic solutions for their future state, directly influencing success through well-established relations...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

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

$180K - $210K *

Shape the future of oncology partnerships by driving strategy and execution to expand Daymark's network among leading practices focusing on value-based care. Cultivate relationships, close deals, and...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$180K - $220K *

Drive enterprise marketing excellence by leading strategies that unify brand identity, enhance digital presence, and support revenue growth across multiple sectors including public and education marke...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Managing Director do?question toggle

    A Managing Director provides senior leadership, sets strategic direction, oversees business performance, and manages teams or business units. Specific responsibilities depend on the company and industry.

  • What qualifications are typically required for Managing Director jobs?question toggle

    Requirements commonly include extensive relevant experience, demonstrated leadership and business results, and strong strategic, financial, and communication skills. Some employers also require an advanced degree or specialized industry expertise.

  • How much do Managing Director jobs pay?question toggle

    Pay varies based on industry, location, company size, and scope of responsibility. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more; review individual listings for compensation information.

  • Where can I find Managing Director jobs?question toggle

    You can browse Managing Director job listings on Ladders and explore opportunities by industry, location, and other preferences.