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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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Search Managing Director openings by industry, location, and other preferences. Compare role expectations and compensation details, then identify opportunities that match your background and long-term career goals. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more.

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$110K - $130K *

Grow enterprise relationships by leading post-sale success and driving outcomes for major accounts, enhancing onboarding, renewals, and multi-location expansions with a strategic, collaborative approa...

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Reposted 4 weeks ago

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

$150K - $180K *

Pioneer a data-driven future by leading product strategy for data science solutions. Drive innovation, oversee development, and ensure alignment with business goals to deliver impactful analytics prod...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $150K *

Drive strategic initiatives by leading cross-functional projects that enhance operational performance and ensure successful execution across the organization. Facilitate collaboration and embed best p...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $190K *

Accelerate customer growth by managing relationships with key accounts and driving revenue expansion. Become an expert on our products to ensure customer success, guiding them through technical use an...

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Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Empower the execution of CMC strategies by collaborating across teams to enhance production, streamline operations, and drive commercial success for innovative therapeutics and diagnostics, ensuring a...

United StatesRemote

Reposted today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$133K - $183K *

Join a team that's redefining People Operations by leading global strategies and scalable programs. Drive employee lifecycle enhancements, optimize service delivery, and foster a high-performing cultu...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$165K - $175K *

Drive operational excellence by leading multi-state revenue cycle management, optimizing physician billing, and enhancing payer relationships. Collaborate with stakeholders to maximize collections and...

Pennsylvania, USRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $145K *

Drive impactful risk evaluations by leveraging your engineering expertise to enhance underwriting processes and support high-risk account management through strategic loss control initiatives and team...

Boise, IDRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $140K *

Accelerate growth by identifying and qualifying new business opportunities, building strong client relationships, and managing accounts to align client needs with service offerings in the digital serv...

Toronto, ONRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in building a high-performance sales team, executing strategies, and managing operations. Drive team success through training, mentoring, and performance management while fostering a p...

Tampa, FLRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$201K - $251K *

Lead strategic forecasting initiatives to drive decision-making in oncology. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop long-term models and communicate insights that shape product and portfol...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in developing and executing CMC strategies to optimize manufacturing processes and commercial operations, ensuring alignment with project goals through effective collaboration across t...

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Reposted today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$152K - $197K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in community banking. As a strategic leader, you'll enhance client relationships, shape payment strategies, and deliver measurable growth across the Mid South reg...

Illinois, USRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$235K - $265K *

Join a dynamic team to drive product sales for innovative solutions in defense. Lead customer engagement, shape opportunities, and manage a robust pipeline to enhance national security through cutting...

Columbia, MDRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$105K - $120K *

Join a team that's driving successful ERP and CRM software implementations. Lead projects, coordinate teams, and ensure timely delivery while achieving sales and profit targets. Collaborate with stake...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$194K - $266K *

Lead the charge in driving commercial growth by securing high-value partnerships and expanding market presence. Mentor a dynamic team while executing strategic initiatives that enhance client relation...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$78K - $98K *

Manage cross-functional operations and support project success in Professional Services. Ensure seamless customer transitions, coordinate tools & data quality, and maintain documentation for efficient...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Advance your career with a remote role leading a claims team. Oversee investigations, manage workloads, and drive success while ensuring compliance with company standards and fostering team developmen...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $120K *

Elevate your storytelling skills by crafting compelling proposals and presentations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to communicate our value to clients, while managing resources and optimizin...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$142K - $210K *

Transform global payroll operations by leading a team to ensure compliance, accuracy, and efficiency across US and international payrolls while managing complex tax and pay issues...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Reimagine business development by driving a dynamic sales pipeline across defense, renewable, and oil & gas sectors. Build lasting client relationships while identifying new market opportunities to ac...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Drive impactful digital media strategies by leading insights and innovation. Collaborate with clients to optimize media investments, manage a talented team, and present actionable insights that enhanc...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$175K - $210K *

Unlock potential by driving sales and business development for RWD solutions in the life sciences sector. Build relationships with senior stakeholders and leverage market insights to enhance client en...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $170K *

Lead the charge in managing strategic partnerships, leveraging data insights to drive growth and retention. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance partner performance and operational excellence whi...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$225K - $270K *

Lead the charge in Workforce Transformation by measuring AI’s impact, redesigning roles, and shaping skills for the future. Collaborate with cross-functional leaders to anticipate workforce needs and...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 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.