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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$100K - $130K *

Shape and execute a strategic compensation framework, providing data-driven insights and advisory support across global markets to enhance rewards programs and ensure compliance with regulations...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$118K - $155K *

Lead the vision and execution of product strategy through deep analysis and collaboration across teams, driving product success and delivering customer value in a dynamic environment. Oversee developm...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$114K - $234K *

Take ownership of strategic GPU and cloud infrastructure initiatives by leading complex delivery programs across cross-functional teams. Drive clarity, accountability, and measurable impact, ensuring...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$114K - $234K *

Drive strategic GPU and cloud infrastructure initiatives operationally to improve efficiency. Collaborate with various teams to translate complex priorities into actionable plans, ensuring timely deli...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $160K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of AI governance in financial services. This senior role drives best practices, compliance, and risk management to ensure DTCC's AI initiatives align with enterpr...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $180K *

Join a team that’s committed to driving innovation by shaping and improving AI governance frameworks. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to ensure responsible AI use, enhancing transparency, risk m...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $150K *

Drive the advancement of DTCC's AI governance framework and initiatives, ensuring compliance and risk management while fostering responsible innovation in a dynamic environment. Lead collaboration acr...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Drive data-driven implementation projects for higher education clients, overseeing end-to-end project management and communication. Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver innovative solutions and en...

Reposted yesterday

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

$160K - $194K *

Help us inspire executive relationships by managing a range of CIO portfolios in the Life Sciences industry. Deliver tailored insights and innovative solutions to meet critical business needs while dr...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$145K - $175K *

Innovate a modern DevOps platform enabling teams to independently build, test, and deploy with confidence while driving best practices for reliability, observability, and CI/CD automation across multi...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$142K - $222K *

Engineer innovative power solutions for cutting-edge networking and storage systems. Collaborate across disciplines to deliver efficient, high-performance power designs that meet rigorous specificatio...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$80K - $110K *

Lead and manage surveying projects to enhance infrastructure. Collaborate with engineers and stakeholders to ensure quality and compliance while supervising your team, driving project success within t...

2 weeks ago

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

$124K - $136K *

Innovate your career by leading major fundraising initiatives within higher education. You will manage diverse portfolios and collaborate with a dedicated team to cultivate donor relationships that su...

2 weeks ago

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

$70K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to maximizing proposal success through strategic collaboration and expert management, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and client needs while driving innovativ...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Lead the design and implementation of advanced digital infrastructure, driving innovation in software development and database management to meet business objectives while mentoring teams for high per...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$115K - $165K *

Drive impactful event experiences by leading planning and execution across North America and EMEA, coordinating logistics, managing budgets, and fostering collaboration with stakeholders to enhance en...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$190K - $220K *

Transform your career by leading a talented team through investment controlling, driving process improvements, and managing complex fund operations in the Private Markets sector with a focus on qualit...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$144K - $190K *

Engage with a performance-driven portfolio management team to analyze credit investments, conduct macroeconomic research, and negotiate strategic partnerships, driving impactful outcomes in a collabor...

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$85K - $95K *

Grow production efficiency by leading a dynamic team to meet quality and operational goals while fostering a culture of safety and continuous improvement. Drive targets through clear communication and...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$190K - $200K *

Accelerate your career by leading revenue growth and client service excellence across multiple branches. Shape teams and ensure compliance while driving sales initiatives. Foster strong client relatio...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $210K *

Solve complex backend challenges and modernize finance platforms by building robust systems that drive efficiency and improve analytics. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver impactful so...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$140K - $217K *

Unlock potential by driving sales growth in Cash Management for US multinational clients. Use your treasury knowledge to innovate solutions, ensuring client satisfaction while collaborating across tea...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$83K - $166K *

Shape the future of data center security operations by leading teams, managing operational programs, and ensuring compliance with industry standards to enhance our clients' security posture in a compl...

4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $120K *

Lead the charge in culinary excellence, overseeing kitchen operations and staff training while ensuring compliance with health and sanitation standards to deliver exceptional dining experiences...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$110K - $120K *

Innovate solutions in legal tech by embedding with top firms, enhancing workflows, and delivering AI-driven insights while gathering critical customer feedback to inform product development...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

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.