Senior Director Jobs

Explore Senior Director jobs on Ladders, where you can find vetted professional opportunities that pay $100,000 or more. Senior Directors help shape strategy, lead teams, and turn organizational priorities into measurable results. Browse openings across industries and discover roles aligned with your leadership experience, expertise, and career goals.

What Does a Senior Director Do?

A Senior Director typically leads a major function, business unit, or strategic initiative. Responsibilities vary by company and field, but often include setting priorities, managing department leaders, overseeing budgets, and partnering with executive teams. Senior Directors may also guide organizational change, monitor performance, and build plans that support long-term growth.

Skills and Experience for Senior Director Roles

Employers commonly seek substantial experience in a relevant discipline, a record of delivering results, and the ability to lead through complexity. Useful strengths may include strategic planning, financial and operational management, communication, stakeholder engagement, and talent development. Requirements differ by role, so review each job description carefully.

Industries Hiring Senior Directors

Senior Director opportunities can be found in fields such as technology, finance, healthcare, marketing, operations, and business development. The scope of a role depends on the organization: some positions focus on a specialized function, while others oversee broad portfolios or cross-functional programs.

Find Senior Director Jobs on Ladders

Use Ladders to explore vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more. Compare responsibilities, qualifications, and compensation details where provided, then focus your search on positions that fit your background. Check listings regularly to find new Senior Director opportunities and take your next career step.

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$204K - $250K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring compliance and security for government contracts. Lead the Government Programs Office, overseeing contract obligations, security measures, and program delivery...

Austin, TXRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to lead and manage multiple large-scale projects, collaborating with diverse stakeholders to deliver innovative software solutions in a global legal environment. Drive project succ...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$166K - $222K *

Empower teams to deliver impactful data insights that drive strategic decisions. Lead and mentor diverse analytics professionals while overseeing complex projects, ensuring alignment with business goa...

Sacramento, CARemote

2 weeks ago

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

$134K - $306K *

Elevate customer engagement by developing and executing strategic study plans, leading cross-functional teams, and ensuring successful project delivery in the rare disease therapeutic area...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $150K *

Unlock potential by originating and managing commercial mortgage and equity investments across Southern California and Las Vegas. Collaborate with a dynamic team to evaluate opportunities and drive st...

Newport Beach, CARemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$171K - $265K *

Elevate your career by leading the strategy and modernization of data and actuarial technology. Drive operational performance and deliver impactful solutions that enhance data-driven decision-making a...

Richmond, VARemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$201K - $251K *

Transform workforce intelligence by leading People Analytics, establishing data governance, and driving strategic decision-making in a high-growth environment. Collaborate across functions to enhance...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $180K *

Join a dynamic team to manage data center construction projects, ensuring client satisfaction and timely delivery. Collaborate across departments to align objectives and drive successful implementatio...

Ohio, USRemote

1 week ago

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

$137K - $210K *

Champion underwriting excellence and risk management by leading strategic initiatives, optimizing portfolio performance, and fostering cross-functional collaboration to drive profitable growth and enh...

Nebraska, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$246K - $332K *

Shape the future of health economics and outcomes research by leading strategic initiatives across the nephrology portfolio, ensuring high-quality evidence generation and collaboration with cross-func...

RemoteRemote

3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$170K - $195K *

Elevate revenue growth by building strong relationships with law firms and corporations. Drive new business development through consultative sales, leveraging industry insights and collaboration with...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$125K - $150K *

Drive strategic initiatives by leading cross-functional projects that enhance operational performance and ensure successful execution across the organization. Facilitate collaboration and embed best p...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$192K - $256K *

Oversee high-impact initiatives driving productivity gains in Sales and CS. Blend strategic thinking with hands-on leadership to ensure effective execution of cross-functional programs aligned with AG...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$160K - $200K *

Empower your career by leading health plan expansion efforts. Drive strategic partnerships, engage executives, and align teams to enhance our impact in the healthcare sector through innovative AI solu...

Austin, TXRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$146K - $282K *

Drive transformative B2B and B2C marketing strategies that enhance brand presence and user engagement across our dual marketplace. Lead a high-performing team, optimize multi-channel acquisition, and...

Salt Lake City, UTRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$247K - $309K *

Unlock potential by leading medical strategy for hematologic malignancies. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive evidence generation, stakeholder engagement, and launch readiness, ensuring impactful...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$135K - $227K *

Lead the strategy and execution of workforce management for customer operations, optimizing staffing and performance through data-driven insights. Collaborate with senior leaders to enhance service le...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

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

$210K - $285K *

Elevate global technical sales strategy and execution by leading specialized teams that drive revenue and innovation. Transform organizations into a cohesive, scalable force that enhances client engag...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $200K *

Join a dynamic team to define and drive the product strategy of an enterprise SaaS platform. Lead product managers, collaborate with engineering, and ensure platform coherence while enhancing client e...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$135K - $160K *

Contribute to the success of a dynamic sales team by managing key accounts, leading a team of specialists, and driving advocacy for innovative hematology solutions. Collaborate cross-functionally to e...

RemoteRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$126K - $176K *

Contribute to project success by managing costs, overseeing bids, and fostering strong client relationships. Engage with diverse teams to ensure transparency and effective communication throughout the...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$126K - $176K *

Unlock potential by joining a dynamic team that fosters collaboration and growth. Engage in cost management, support project success, and build lasting relationships while advancing your career in a v...

Birmingham, ALRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$126K - $160K *

Lead cost management efforts for diverse pharmaceutical projects, ensuring clear communication and robust documentation while nurturing trusted relationships with clients and teams for successful proj...

Richmond, VARemote

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$325K - $375K *

Engage your leadership skills to drive revenue growth by building and mentoring a high-performing sales team. Focus on customer acquisition and market penetration in a competitive environment, collabo...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$168K - $240K *

Lead total rewards strategy for a complex global healthcare tech firm. Drive compensation and benefits governance, align workforce investment with business goals, and ensure compliance while fostering...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What is a Senior Director?question toggle

    A Senior Director is a senior leader who oversees a significant function, business unit, or strategic initiative. The role often involves setting direction, managing leaders and resources, and working with executives to achieve business goals.

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

    Requirements vary by employer and industry. Many roles call for extensive relevant experience, demonstrated leadership, strategic and analytical skills, and a record of achieving results. Check each listing for its specific requirements.

  • How much do Senior Director jobs pay?question toggle

    Compensation varies by industry, location, employer, and scope of responsibility. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more; review individual listings for available salary information.

  • Which industries hire Senior Directors?question toggle

    Senior Directors work across many industries, including technology, healthcare, finance, marketing, operations, and business development. Openings and areas of responsibility vary by organization.

  • How can I find Senior Director jobs on Ladders?question toggle

    Browse Senior Director listings on Ladders and review each role’s responsibilities, qualifications, and compensation details where available. Narrow your search to opportunities that match your experience and career goals.