Discover High-Paying Principal Job Titles

Browse through our extensive list of job titles for 'Principal' in various industries at Ladders. These executive roles provide strategic direction and impact the organizations on a large scale.

What Does a Principal Do?

The term 'Principal' is generally attached to senior executive roles within an organization. They usually are responsible for decision-making at a high level, influencing the direction of their departments or even the entire company. They often interact with other executives and board members to ensure the organization's success.

Skills Needed for Principal Position

In addition to strong leadership and critical thinking skills, a Principal needs to have a deep understanding of the industry they work in. They also need strong communication skills to articulate company goals and strategies to their team and the board of directors.

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$189K - $361K *

Shape and enhance the risk framework for Private Credit, ensuring strategic alignment throughout the lifecycle. Leverage expertise in due diligence and covenant oversight to safeguard assets while pro...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $180K *

Elevate your career by leading operations and driving growth in a dynamic manufacturing environment. Utilize your expertise to enhance efficiency, manage financial performance, and foster team develop...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $150K *

Lead and enhance project delivery excellence across a global team in the fintech sector. Implement best practices and governance to ensure timely and budget-conscious project execution while aligning...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$75K - $95K *

Accelerate payroll excellence as a Senior Payroll Specialist, championing compliance, governance, and efficiency in multi-state payroll operations while optimizing ADP systems and collaborating with c...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $150K *

Join a team that's shaping financial strategies and leading treasury operations, managing cash flow, banking relationships, and team leadership. This role enhances compliance and efficiency while driv...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $130K *

Execute monetization strategies within a dynamic marketplace, collaborating across teams to enhance operational efficiency and data-driven decisions for optimal revenue generation...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$196K - $224K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of high-profile projects in Healthcare, Life Sciences, and Higher Education. In this senior role, you'll provide executive oversight, drive project success, and b...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$196K - $224K *

Empower project excellence by leading complex, high-profile initiatives in Healthcare, Life Sciences, and Higher Education while enhancing client relationships and driving growth in a collaborative, s...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$81K - $107K *

Tackle the challenge of enhancing institutional support by creating effective fundraising strategies and managing key donor relationships. Play a pivotal role in driving the mission forward through in...

2 weeks ago

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

$100K - $130K *

Elevate visual storytelling by delivering high-quality compositing for film and episodic projects, utilizing your expertise in 2D image manipulation and collaboration to produce stunning final shots o...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$75K - $87K *

Join a dynamic team as you manage the full payroll cycle for US employees, ensuring accurate wage calculations, tax withholdings, and HRIS updates while supporting organizational payroll needs and com...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $155K *

Transform client engagement by orchestrating innovative CRM and digital strategies. Drive project execution, optimize processes, and lead a talented team to ensure successful delivery while enhancing...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$115K - $161K *

Lead the actuarial valuation and financial reporting of Universal Life products. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance models and processes while mentoring a team of actuaries in a hybrid...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$273K - $341K *

Shape the future of financial strategy by leading FP&A initiatives that drive profitability and growth. Collaborate with executives, analyze performance, and mentor your team to elevate business decis...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Transform educational outcomes by leading high school performance through supportive management of principals and strategic collaboration across departments to achieve the district's ambitious five-ye...

2 days ago

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

$60K - $140K *

Engage with producers to manage all business aspects of ad production, including contracts, bidding, and rights coordination. Your expertise ensures smooth operations across broadcast, print, and digi...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$120K - $180K *

Grow your career by driving sales strategies and expanding market share in the Enterprise and Data Center sectors. Leverage your experience in NAND storage solutions to build strong client relationshi...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $120K *

Solve complex challenges by leveraging your skills in project management, collaboration, and innovative thinking to drive success across cross-functional teams and enhance overall performance...

Yesterday

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

$90K - $130K *

Join a team that's shaping customer success internationally, leading a diverse team where your expertise drives retention and growth, ensuring our customers thrive while navigating complex markets wit...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $130K *

Drive customer success by leading a team focused on retention and growth across international markets. Shape the strategies that enhance customer value while fostering cross-functional collaboration t...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $130K *

Transform customer success in a global team, leading to retention, growth, and adoption. Drive operational excellence while managing diverse cultural and regional nuances to enhance customer relations...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$172K - $313K *

Join a team that's at the forefront of AI technology, building and optimizing a cutting-edge ML/AI platform for autonomous agent systems. Your role focuses on infrastructure, CI/CD, and evaluation fra...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$172K - $334K *

Transform the AI landscape by developing core infrastructure for ML platforms, enhancing performance of autonomous AI agents with focus on safety, optimization, and CI/CD processes to impact cross-fun...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $230K *

Elevate your career as a Director of Product Management, driving innovation and growth in a dynamic marketplace. Collaborate cross-functionally to develop impactful products that enhance user experien...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$172K - $313K *

Drive the development of cutting-edge ML/AI platforms by overseeing infrastructure design, agent systems, and evaluation frameworks. Innovate by implementing automation pipelines and ensuring high-qua...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What are Principal job titles?question toggle

    Principal job titles are utilized for senior executive roles within an organization, they can range from Principal Engineer to Principal Consultant, depending on the industry.

  • What qualifications are needed for these roles?question toggle

    In addition to substantial industry-specific experience and a strong record of managerial roles, many companies require advanced degrees for Principal roles, such as Masters or Ph.D.

  • Are there any prerequisites for applying for a Principal position?question toggle

    While different companies may have different requirements, it typically involves several years of experience in a related role and a demonstrated ability to manage high-level strategic planning.