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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$85K - $91K *

Elevate employee experience by leading initiatives that enhance staff engagement, streamline processes, and foster a people-first culture. Collaborate with leadership to implement effective workflows...

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

$150K - $180K *

Transform renewable energy and data center projects from site selection to commercialization. Lead cross-functional teams, manage budgets, and engage with utilities to drive successful outcomes in the...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $120K *

Champion operational excellence by leading interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes and implement value-based care practices, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and fostering a co...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $145K *

Execute accurate coding practices to ensure compliance and optimal reimbursement in a dynamic healthcare environment. Collaborate with clinical teams to maintain integrity and efficiency in revenue cy...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$80K - $95K *

Lead clinical excellence at community-based programs, enhancing service quality and coordination. Drive program performance, support staff growth, and ensure effective delivery of behavioral health se...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Elevate your impact by leading and enhancing clinical education for MA-SLP students, fostering strong ties with clinical sites, and ensuring excellence in practical training and patient services withi...

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

$125K - $180K *

Oversee complex commercial construction projects from preconstruction to completion, managing budgets, schedules, and teams while ensuring quality and client satisfaction across various sectors, inclu...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$135K - $150K *

Join us to lead a multimillion-dollar construction supply project, managing schedules, budgets, and stakeholder relationships. Drive successful execution while ensuring quality and sustainability in a...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$110K - $135K *

Optimize project outcomes by managing multiple commercial glazing projects from inception to completion. Collaborate with teams, oversee budgets, and ensure operational goals are met while driving con...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$110K - $120K *

Champion facility operations by leading a diverse team to ensure safe, efficient management of multi-building infrastructure, including HVAC and maintenance services, while fostering strong customer r...

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

$125K - $150K *

Optimize project execution as you lead healthcare technology implementations, ensuring seamless deployment and adoption within Federal programs. Collaborate with diverse teams to drive success and enh...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Accelerate progress at graduate enrollment by leading teams, driving strategies, and utilizing data-driven and AI-enabled solutions to enhance recruitment, decision-making, and enrollment performance...

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

$160K - $200K *

Empower our strategic initiatives by leading high-impact projects and enhancing portfolio governance. Collaborate with executives to prioritize and deliver measurable outcomes while driving adoption a...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$114K - $180K *

Join a team that's driving complex, cross-functional projects to modernize claims processes. As a Project Director, you'll lead initiatives, manage risks, and ensure alignment with organizational goal...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$114K - $180K *

Join a team that's leading complex, cross-functional projects to drive claims modernization. Oversee governance, reporting, and stakeholder engagement while ensuring alignment with organizational obje...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$114K - $180K *

Lead complex, cross-functional projects to drive successful implementation and alignment with organizational goals. Collaborate with senior leadership and stakeholders to manage risks, ensure governan...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$114K - $180K *

Lead complex, cross-functional projects, ensuring alignment with organizational goals. Collaborate with senior leadership and stakeholders to drive strategic direction, manage risks, and achieve succe...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$114K - $180K *

Seeking a strategic leader to drive complex, cross-functional projects, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and effective implementation while collaborating with senior leadership and stakeho...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$114K - $180K *

Lead complex, cross-functional projects to drive claims modernization efforts. Collaborate with senior leadership and stakeholders, ensuring alignment and successful implementation while managing risk...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$180K - $220K *

Join us to enhance pediatric care in a community health clinic, providing exceptional medical services while overseeing clinician performance, improving workflows, and ensuring high standards of patie...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$80K - $95K *

Optimize pediatric care by leading a dedicated team, fostering collaboration, and ensuring exceptional outcomes for children and families in a supportive clinic environment...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$206K - $350K *

Drive clinical excellence as you lead medical management functions, ensuring high-quality, cost-effective care. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance member outcomes and compliance while fostering...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$187K - $224K *

Lead the charge in supporting Dallas' consulting talent, driving staffing, development, and performance initiatives. Collaborate with leadership to enhance career growth while balancing client and sta...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$160K - $200K *

Innovate and lead comprehensive client strategies, aligning services with diverse business goals while fostering team growth. Drive impact through collaboration with senior stakeholders to enhance per...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$150K - $180K *

Transform client success by leading strategic direction for diverse accounts, fostering collaborative relationships, and driving innovative, data-informed media strategies that exceed client expectati...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

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.