Explore Practice Director Jobs

Practice Directors lead business or professional service practices, guiding teams, client relationships, and operational performance. Depending on the organization, the role may oversee a consulting, healthcare, technology, legal, accounting, or other specialized practice. Explore vetted Practice Director opportunities on Ladders, including jobs that pay $100,000 or more.

What Does a Practice Director Do?

A Practice Director sets priorities for a practice and helps turn organizational goals into measurable results. Common responsibilities include managing budgets and staffing, developing services and business plans, supporting sales and client engagement, and monitoring quality and financial performance. The role often works across functions and may report to an executive or business-unit leader.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek substantial experience in the relevant industry, along with a record of leading teams and delivering results. Useful strengths may include strategic planning, financial management, business development, client communication, operational improvement, and talent development. Specific requirements vary by practice area; some roles may require an advanced degree, professional certification, or specialized technical expertise.

Practice Director Salary and Career Outlook

Compensation varies with industry, location, organization size, and scope of responsibility. Practice Directors may earn more when they oversee larger teams, significant budgets, or revenue-generating client portfolios. Ladders focuses on vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more, making it easier to explore senior-level roles aligned with your experience and compensation goals.

Find Your Next Practice Director Role

Compare openings by industry, location, and job requirements to identify opportunities that match your leadership background. Update your resume to highlight measurable business outcomes, team impact, client growth, and operational improvements. Browse Practice Director jobs on Ladders to take the next step in your career.

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$90K - $135K *

Transform project delivery by leading initiatives from preconstruction to closeout, ensuring safety, quality, and financial performance while fostering strong client relationships and team collaborati...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $135K *

Advance your career by leading projects from inception to completion, ensuring timely delivery, budget adherence, and quality standards. Collaborate with teams and clients to drive successful outcomes...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$91K - $114K *

Lead production operations by driving efficiency and quality, managing teams, and ensuring compliance. Collaborate with subcontractors and oversee training initiatives to align production with sales o...

4 weeks ago

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

$210K - $250K *

Shape clinical governance and provider education while overseeing medication management and operational efficiency. Collaborate with leadership to enhance patient care and support research initiatives...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$180K - $220K *

Join a team that's driving innovative oncology solutions while overseeing clinical trials, ensuring patient safety, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to contribute to impactful drug develo...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$155K - $259K *

Drive your career forward by leading project delivery across teams, ensuring alignment with product priorities and engineering capacity. Foster collaboration, manage risks, and enhance performance met...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$145K - $175K *

Grow your career with a leadership role overseeing project development teams, driving solar and energy storage initiatives from concept to execution. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure project s...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Lead regional program strategy and execution for impactful B2B events, optimizing brand awareness and pipeline growth through meticulous planning and execution. Collaborate with sales to ensure alignm...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$220K - $270K *

Lead and innovate within the enterprise agent platform space, defining strategy, making key technology decisions, and building a high-performing team to deliver impactful AI solutions rapidly and effe...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$90K - $110K *

Champion patient care by developing individualized therapy plans and collaborating with a supportive team. Enjoy competitive pay, mentorship, and a clear path for professional growth in a dynamic outp...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Help us drive growth by leading the creative strategy for paid campaigns. You'll transform customer insights into compelling ads, manage a creative pipeline, and leverage AI tools to optimize performa...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Grow your career with us as you lead a team of dedicated Physical Therapists while providing exceptional patient care. This role blends managerial responsibilities with hands-on treatment, ensuring qu...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Take ownership of developing and leading training programs for Epic applications, ensuring effective end-user training and support. Collaborate with teams to create quality content and maintain traini...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Drive clinical excellence as you lead a team of BCBAs and RBTs, overseeing daily operations and ensuring high-quality ABA therapy through collaboration, supervision, and training. Make a meaningful im...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$200K - $295K *

Lead a high-performing team of Program Managers to drive complex, cross-functional programs, ensuring effective execution and alignment with organizational priorities while fostering a collaborative c...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$210K - $240K *

Elevate your career by leading and optimizing Workday HCM practices, ensuring excellence in project delivery, client satisfaction, and team performance while managing complex client needs and driving...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Pioneer successful project delivery by managing multifaceted subprograms. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, ensure clear communication, and address dependencies to propel technology initiatives...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $105K *

Champion the employee lifecycle by optimizing onboarding, offboarding, and HR processes. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance data integrity and operational efficiency while mentoring junior team...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$170K - $185K *

Lead the charge in creative excellence, guiding multimedia projects that elevate brand identity through compelling visual storytelling. Collaborate with diverse teams to deliver innovative solutions t...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$80K - $105K *

Join a team that's optimizing the employee lifecycle, ensuring compliance and data integrity while enhancing operational efficiency. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive process improvements and me...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $105K *

Transform the employee lifecycle by optimizing onboarding, offboarding, and HR processes. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance data integrity and operational efficiency while mentoring junior tea...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $105K *

Champion the employee lifecycle by optimizing HR processes, ensuring compliance, and enhancing operational efficiency. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive improvements and mentor junior team membe...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $105K *

Lead and optimize the full employee lifecycle processes, ensuring compliance and operational efficiency while partnering cross-functionally to enhance HR systems and workflows. Serve as a mentor and s...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $105K *

Transform employee experiences by leading lifecycle processes, ensuring compliance, and optimizing HR operations. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance workflows and mentor junior team members whi...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $105K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing the employee lifecycle, ensuring compliance and data integrity while enhancing operational efficiency. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive process improv...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What is a Practice Director?question toggle

    A Practice Director is a senior leader responsible for the performance and growth of a specialized business or professional service practice. The role may include overseeing teams, budgets, client relationships, services, and operational results.

  • What does a Practice Director do day to day?question toggle

    Daily work can include setting priorities, reviewing financial and operational metrics, coaching managers, supporting business development, meeting with clients, and coordinating with other departments. Responsibilities depend on the industry and organization.

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

    Employers often look for significant industry experience, proven leadership, and strengths in strategy, financial management, client service, and business development. Some positions also require an advanced degree, certification, or specialized expertise.

  • How much do Practice Directors earn?question toggle

    Practice Director compensation varies by industry, location, employer, and the size and scope of the practice. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, including qualifying Practice Director opportunities.

  • Where can I find Practice Director jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    You can explore vetted Practice Director openings on Ladders. Review each listing for compensation details, qualifications, location, and responsibilities to find roles that fit your career goals.