Explore Senior Associate Jobs

Find Senior Associate opportunities that match your experience and career goals. Senior Associate roles are found across industries, including finance, consulting, law, technology, accounting, and healthcare. Depending on the organization, the title may describe an experienced individual contributor, a project lead, or a step toward management.

Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, helping experienced candidates discover roles with competitive compensation and meaningful responsibility. Browse openings, compare requirements, and identify positions where your expertise can make an impact.

What Does a Senior Associate Do?

Responsibilities vary by field and employer. Senior Associates may analyze financial or operational data, advise clients, manage portions of projects, prepare reports, review work, develop recommendations, or coordinate with cross-functional teams. Many roles call for independent judgment, strong communication, and the ability to deliver high-quality work on deadline.

Common Senior Associate Career Paths

Senior Associate titles appear in professional services firms, investment and commercial finance, corporate strategy, legal organizations, and technology companies. The role may provide a path to positions such as manager, director, principal, or partner, depending on the industry and firm structure. Review each job description to understand its scope and advancement opportunities.

Qualifications Employers Often Seek

Employers commonly look for relevant industry experience, specialized technical knowledge, and a record of successful project or client work. Some positions require an advanced degree, professional certification, or specific tools and platforms. Leadership, analytical thinking, collaboration, and clear written and verbal communication can also be important.

Find a Senior Associate Role on Ladders

Use Ladders to explore vetted Senior Associate jobs with salaries of $100,000 or more. Search by industry, location, and role requirements, then tailor your resume to highlight measurable results, domain expertise, and examples of ownership. Compensation and qualifications vary by employer, location, and specialty, so consult individual listings for details.

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$250K - $285K *

Drive strategic payer engagement for optimal access to healthcare products across the Southeast. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure favorable reimbursement and build relationships with...

Florida, USRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$105K - $120K *

Elevate project management excellence by leading a dynamic team, ensuring high-quality execution across flagship accounts, and driving operational efficiency through strategic oversight and collaborat...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team providing strategic legal counsel on employment law matters, including employee relations and litigation management. Collaborate with HR and business leaders to mitigate risks and...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$170K - $185K *

Champion innovative software solutions by leading complex projects, mentoring engineers, and driving technical excellence across teams. Collaborate on strategic initiatives to enhance reliability and...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$97K - $146K *

Lead and inspire field operations for home energy rebate programs, ensuring efficiency and customer satisfaction. Drive team performance, technical oversight, and strategic growth initiatives across M...

Mississippi, USRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$190K - $225K *

Elevate your career by joining a dynamic Conflicts Team, where you'll analyze complex conflict reports, advise on risk management, and enhance ethical practices in a fully remote environment, ensuring...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$200K - $262K *

Unlock potential by leading complex transactions in corporate development and financial partnerships. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive strategic initiatives, leveraging AI to enhance l...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $167K *

Champion innovative investment solutions by driving product onboarding and due diligence across key platforms. Collaborate with teams to enhance client engagement and maximize opportunities in the US...

New York, NYRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$105K - $127K *

Engage with healthcare providers to drive enterprise sales, leveraging strategic relationships and operational rigor. Shape go-to-market strategies while collaborating cross-functionally to enhance cl...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$94K - $164K *

Empower your career by managing a profitable middle-market construction book. Leverage your E&S underwriting expertise to build relationships, identify opportunities, and drive growth with minimal sup...

RemoteRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $150K *

Drive growth by cultivating owner relationships and securing management agreements in multifamily and hospitality sectors, enhancing market presence and collaboration with internal teams...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$90K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team to oversee and optimize medical operations, ensuring compliance and quality in material review processes. Drive efficiency and collaboration among stakeholders while enhancing oper...

Princeton, NJRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Champion the optimization of Workday Advanced Compensation by leading implementations and enhancing HCM modules. Partner with clients and teams to drive innovation, deliver strategic solutions, and en...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$78K - $131K *

Inspire growth by partnering with leaders to design impactful learning experiences that enhance performance across teams. Drive initiatives that empower employees to achieve their goals and improve pr...

RemoteRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$112K - $118K *

Lead the charge in optimizing marketing operations by managing project workflows, budgeting, and reporting. This role enhances team efficiency and provides leadership with insights into performance an...

Austin, TXRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$100K - $120K *

Transform risk management strategies by leading initiatives that enhance safety and mitigate loss across facilities. Collaborate with senior leadership to address complex risk exposures and drive cont...

Richmond, VARemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $145K *

Transform the future of healthcare by bridging business and technical teams. Leverage your expertise to develop scalable solutions, drive product delivery, and enhance customer value through data-driv...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in expanding business through independent agencies in your territory. Build relationships, drive adoption of quoting tools, and achieve production targets while providing valuable insi...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$160K - $200K *

Accelerate progress at client relationships, leading large, complex federal programs. This role emphasizes strategy, relationship management, and a commitment to growth through excellence and collabor...

Arlington, VARemote

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Drive new client acquisition by leading the full sales cycle. Collaborate on strategic accounts and leverage inbound and outbound sales tactics for Enterprise customers while achieving significant rev...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $160K *

Elevate business growth by driving strategic sales initiatives across key sectors. Leverage your network to build relationships and develop tailored solutions, while collaborating with partners to enh...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Transform the accounting function by overseeing monthly closes, ensuring compliance, and managing tax processes. Collaborate with finance leadership to drive accurate reporting and support strategic p...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$92K - $119K *

Lead the charge in optimizing incentive compensation plans, ensuring effective governance and administration. Collaborate with teams to enhance performance management frameworks and drive efficiencies...

Johnston, RIRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $135K *

Join a team that's shaping innovative EPM solutions. Utilize your expertise to implement planning and performance management tools integrated with NetSuite, driving successful project outcomes through...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Champion the monthly close process, ensuring accuracy and scalability across multi-entity operations while driving continuous improvement and automation in accounting practices...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What is a Senior Associate?question toggle

    A Senior Associate is an experienced professional title used across industries such as consulting, finance, law, accounting, and technology. Duties and seniority differ by employer, but the role often involves greater independence, specialized expertise, or project responsibility than an associate position.

  • What does a Senior Associate do?question toggle

    Senior Associates may conduct analysis, deliver client or internal work, manage project tasks, prepare recommendations, review deliverables, and collaborate with colleagues. Specific responsibilities depend on the role and industry.

  • What qualifications are needed for Senior Associate jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary, but employers often seek relevant professional experience, strong communication and analytical skills, and expertise in the role's subject area. Some positions also require an advanced degree, certification, or proficiency with specialized tools.

  • How much do Senior Associate jobs pay?question toggle

    Pay varies based on industry, location, employer, and experience. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more; check each listing for its specific compensation details.

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    Browse Senior Associate listings on Ladders to find vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Use search filters and review each listing for responsibilities, qualifications, location, and compensation.