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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$240K - $330K *

Unlock potential by leading a global enablement team to develop and implement a comprehensive strategy that enhances sales effectiveness and drives revenue growth across all customer-facing roles...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K *

Lead the charge in driving client relationships and business growth within Texas. Leverage your expertise in eDiscovery and legal services to identify client needs, foster partnerships, and collaborat...

Texas, USRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$172K - $210K *

Transform regulatory operations by leading submission strategies, managing systems, and ensuring compliance across portfolios while collaborating with cross-functional teams for successful outcomes...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in driving strategic growth by managing a high-performing sales team, refining sales strategies, and fostering a culture of excellence to achieve ambitious revenue goals...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in contract research services. As a key player, you'll develop strategic sales plans, foster client relationships, and leverage scientific expertise to exceed cli...

Indianapolis, INRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Drive growth by shaping strategic partnerships and optimizing processes in a dynamic business development role. Collaborate with teams to enhance e-commerce performance, create lead generation strateg...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $160K *

Shape the future of K-12 sales by leading a dynamic team of Account Executives. Drive performance through strategic planning, precise forecasting, and collaborative initiatives to achieve growth targe...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$125K - $175K *

Lead and optimize project management efforts, ensuring safety and efficiency while fostering strong relationships with clients and teams. Drive strategic improvements and mentor diverse teams to achie...

New York, NYRemote

1 week ago

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

$125K - $175K *

Elevate project outcomes by leading diverse teams, ensuring safety, and driving effective communication. Leverage your expertise in construction management to enhance processes and foster strong clien...

Dallas, TXRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$175K - $210K *

Lead cross-functional partnerships to enhance financial performance and drive growth. Oversee monthly close processes, corporate reporting, and audits while guiding a high-performing team through stra...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$104K - $130K *

Join a team that's driving project success in mission-critical environments. As a Project Manager, you'll oversee design and construction phases, manage stakeholder relations, and ensure project profi...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$228K - $285K *

Shape the future of market access by leading strategic account initiatives, fostering key relationships, and driving collaboration across teams to enhance product access and reimbursement in the oncol...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $180K *

Champion client relationships and optimize pharmaceutical distribution projects, leveraging extensive industry expertise to deliver high-quality solutions and insights while managing multiple accounts...

Florida, USRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$160K - $259K *

Champion regulatory excellence by leading European strategies for innovative therapies. Drive successful submissions and interactions with health authorities, ensuring compliance and alignment across...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$192K - $256K *

Transform product strategy into market-ready offerings, driving revenue growth and adoption. Lead cross-functional teams to ensure successful product launches and alignment across Sales, Marketing, an...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$232K - $348K *

Elevate customer understanding by leading analytics teams to deliver actionable insights that drive strategic decisions and enhance customer experiences across diverse markets and stakeholders...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $180K *

Champion enterprise data architecture by establishing standards and a unified data catalog. Collaborate across teams to define metrics and ensure data governance, driving alignment and clarity in a ha...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $140K *

Lead the charge in creating a robust HR operation that supports compliance and enhances employee experience while collaborating with leadership and managing a diverse workforce across multiple states...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$215K - $240K *

Shape the future of drug development by leading analytical strategies, ensuring compliance and optimization of processes across lifecycle stages, and collaborating with cross-functional teams and exte...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$201K - $251K *

Lead strategic forecasting initiatives to drive decision-making in oncology. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop long-term models and communicate insights that shape product and portfol...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading a high-performing team that shapes the future of our Association, guiding strategic initiatives to enhance member value, organizational growth, and community impact through...

Forest Hill, MDRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$179K - $298K *

Champion financial management excellence by leading teams to enhance processes, conduct risk assessments, and integrate data capabilities, ensuring continuous audit readiness and fraud prevention for...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$130K - $170K *

Partner with us to enhance consultant relationships in healthcare. Drive business growth by cultivating partnerships, optimizing engagement strategies, and aligning internal teams to effectively posit...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $150K *

Unlock your potential to lead programmatic strategies, shape best practices, and empower teams to excel in the DSP landscape. Collaborate with stakeholders and transform our approach to digital advert...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $200K *

Transform global benefits strategy by leading cross-functional teams and advising executives on integrated portfolio management, compliance, and financial sustainability to enhance employee experience...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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.