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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$160K - $190K *

Empower your career by leading logistics strategy for hydrogen transportation. Drive operational excellence, manage a $15M budget, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance supply chain p...

Texas, USRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $135K *

Transform the insurance landscape by leading product innovation and development initiatives, enhancing personal Property products to meet member needs and drive profitable growth while ensuring market...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in establishing a robust project management portfolio, optimizing planning and execution processes at the Space Weather Prediction Center. Drive continuous improvement and support lead...

Boulder, CORemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Optimize program delivery by leading complex projects from proposal to execution. Drive cross-functional collaboration, manage budgets, and ensure customer commitments are met while mentoring junior p...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $180K *

Advance your career by leading strategic partnerships, optimizing relationships, and driving revenue growth. Collaborate across teams to enhance product capabilities and market reach while managing a...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Drive the global strategy and execution of technology partnerships, enhancing revenue through active ecosystem engagement. You'll lead initiatives with top partners to boost joint go-to-market efforts...

CanadaRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$89K - $134K *

Engage with clients by managing strategic account plans, driving growth initiatives, and enhancing relationships. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver client-focused solutions, ensuring...

North Carolina, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$160K - $200K *

Transform your career by leading a dynamic Strategy & Analytics practice. Drive innovation, enhance advisor engagement, and develop a talented team while delivering high-level client solutions in a ha...

Dallas, TXRemote

4 days ago

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

$184K - $314K *

Lead business development efforts in our Development Advisory practice, driving growth through client relationship expansion and opportunity origination. Collaborate with leadership to connect client...

Maryland, USRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$100K - $120K *

Transform budget planning and execution within clinical informatics, leveraging expertise in PPBE and MFR practices. Collaborate with leadership to ensure financial strategies align with healthcare in...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$124K - $137K *

Join a team that's driving innovative media strategies for a diverse portfolio of DTC brands. Elevate client relationships and connect performance metrics to business outcomes across multiple media ch...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading sales strategies in the renewable energy sector. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to engage clients, driving sales growth and building impactful relationships while...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$268K - $348K *

Transform the U.S. sales landscape for a revolutionary therapy by leading and scaling a dynamic sales organization. Architect and execute strategies that drive exceptional performance and enhance cust...

Hampton, NJRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$135K - $160K *

Contribute to the vision and strategy of AI-powered products, managing their lifecycle and delivery. Leverage AI tools for decision-making and mentor fellow Product Managers to enhance team capabiliti...

New York, NYRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Champion the vision and strategy for AI-powered products, driving their roadmap and delivery while mentoring peers. Leverage AI tools to enhance decision-making and product lifecycle management, ensur...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $180K *

Lead the charge in delivering enterprise-level growth programs by ensuring alignment across all functions, driving planning and execution adherence, and managing complex initiatives for timely product...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$94K - $161K *

Manage product development from concept to release, focusing on technical solutions. Engage with clients to define requirements, drive innovation, and ensure products meet business needs while collabo...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

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

$183K - $220K *

Lead talent acquisition and relations, managing a team to secure top instructors. Drive strategic partnerships and streamline operations while maintaining high-profile relationships and ensuring succe...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$125K - $150K *

Shape the future of legal technology by leading multi-platform strategies, driving AI initiatives, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver impactful solutions that enhance operational...

Miami, FLRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$250K - $325K *

Engage with government agencies to drive new business growth, leveraging strategic territory planning and consultative selling. Collaborate cross-functionally to navigate complex procurement processes...

Washington, DCRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Transform sales strategies and drive revenue growth by leading a national team of Business Development Managers, fostering collaboration, accountability, and high performance across all engagements...

Colorado, USRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$143K - $193K *

Empower global clinical operations by leading process management initiatives, ensuring compliance and efficiency. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance quality and drive innovations in cl...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$116K - $145K *

Help us lead the charge in catastrophe risk analytics, blending modeling science and data engineering. Drive team performance, set technical standards, and translate model outputs into strategic under...

Chicago, ILRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $225K *

Lead the charge in multidisciplinary engineering and design management for a large-scale industrial infrastructure project, ensuring compliance with technical standards and client expectations through...

United StatesRemote

Today

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

$185K - $225K *

Accelerate your career by leading revenue cycle improvements for healthcare organizations. Drive compliance, enhance financial performance, and foster collaborative teams to achieve impactful client o...

Chicago, ILRemote

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.