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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$300K - $500K *

Lead and optimize a diverse portfolio of debt mandates, driving execution from initial offer to close. Collaborate across teams to enhance transaction velocity and deliver innovative capital solutions...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $150K *

Lead the charge in driving client success and growth by managing strategic accounts, delivering innovative solutions, and influencing industry strategy through collaboration and expertise, ensuring al...

Texas, USRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$79K - $115K *

Unlock potential by serving as a strategic compensation resource, collaborating with HR and leadership to design and implement executive compensation programs that attract top talent and ensure market...

Somerville, MARemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$140K - $185K *

Drive technical excellence by developing standards and processes for commissioning, ensuring consistent execution across projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance workforce capabili...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$140K - $239K *

Accelerate your career by leading a dynamic marketing team to enhance resident engagement and drive measurable growth through innovative campaigns and strategic partnerships across multiple channels...

Richardson, TXRemote

1 week ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Pioneer innovative eDiscovery solutions by managing complex projects, collaborating with legal teams, and mentoring staff. Ensure quality deliverables while exceeding client expectations through exper...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$172K - $231K *

Elevate team performance as a sales leader, driving growth in the nonprofit sector through strategic initiatives and cross-company collaboration.

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by fostering client relationships and expanding service offerings, enhancing market presence in the Consumer, Retail, and Logistics domain through innovative solutions and collaborati...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$94K - $161K *

Join a dynamic team to shape a cloud-native data platform, managing data sourcing and enhancing user experience for internal teams. Drive adoption, ensure data quality, and translate cross-functional...

Richardson, TXRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$172K - $215K *

Join a team that's transforming public safety through innovative drone solutions. Lead complex deployments, drive technical wins, and shape the future of sUAS operations while mentoring a talented eng...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$90K - $110K *

Transform healthcare project management by leading complex construction initiatives. Collaborate with clients to ensure project success from planning to completion, while managing resources, budgets...

Boston, MARemote

2 weeks ago

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

$270K - $295K *

Join a team that's dedicated to advancing the Medical Information function for product launches and growth. Lead strategy, vendor partnerships, and scientific content development while ensuring compli...

Houston, TXRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $150K *

Lead the charge in managing complex, technically sophisticated projects, focusing on data centers. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to ensure project alignment with client goals, budgets, and sch...

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

$100K - $120K *

Shape the future of talent acquisition by driving full life cycle recruitment for financial advisors. Collaborate with leadership and engage candidates to build a diverse talent pipeline while trackin...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$230K - $300K *

Optimize financial strategy by leading FP&A cycles, diagnosing cross-functional challenges, and driving impactful decisions that enhance operational efficiency and scalability across the organization...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$95K - $186K *

Join a team that's dedicated to building strong client relationships while leading strategic initiatives in the retirement industry. Leverage your expertise to educate clients, resolve issues, and dri...

RemoteRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$180K - $210K *

Drive the evolution of Total Rewards by integrating compensation, benefits, and technology to enhance employee experience and support organizational growth through strategic leadership and operational...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$150K - $180K *

Optimize governance and risk management at scale, guiding compliance and security strategy while collaborating across teams to enhance our organizational resilience as we expand into new markets and n...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $200K *

Partner with us to lead transformative business development initiatives in life sciences. Drive revenue through strategic engagement with pharma/biotech partners, managing the full sales cycle and ens...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$115K - $125K *

Drive portfolio success by leading and mentoring Property Managers, optimizing operations, and enhancing marketing strategies while ensuring compliance and effective communication with stakeholders...

Texas, USRemote

Reposted today

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

$180K - $220K *

Drive enterprise marketing excellence by leading strategies that unify brand identity, enhance digital presence, and support revenue growth across multiple sectors including public and education marke...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Drive operational excellence across multiple senior living communities, ensuring compliance and optimal performance. Lead and develop teams while fostering a culture of feedback and continuous improve...

Minneapolis, MNRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$127K - $187K *

Unlock potential by transforming data into actionable insights that drive strategic decisions in communications. Collaborate across teams to enhance measurement frameworks and reporting, ensuring impa...

RemoteRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$179K - $269K *

Help us transform healthcare by building strategic partnerships and driving insights. You'll collaborate with consulting partners to deliver impactful solutions, enabling smarter decisions and improvi...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $216K *

Transform pricing strategies by leveraging data-driven insights to enhance win probability and profitability. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to analyze market trends and customer behavior, en...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

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.