Strategic Programs Director

Ladders

Washington (District of Columbia)

On-site

USD 250,000 - 270,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Flexible time off

Health insurance — medical, dental, V

Long-term disability

401K with matching

Commuter benefits

Team events

Onboarding and development

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

Ladders in Washington, DC is seeking an Associate Director to drive complex programs from planning through execution, delivering structured, accountable, and measurable outcomes. The role collaborates with business leaders, delivery teams, and strategic partners to align priorities and keep initiatives on track.

The ideal candidate has 8+ years in consulting, strong PM skills, and a broad toolkit for multi-industry challenges.

Qualifications

8+ years of experience in consulting.
PM capabilities with multi-client expectations.
Experience addressing strategic, operational, and organizational client issues.
Innovative mindset for creative problem solving.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Experience in business development and team initiatives.

Responsibilities

Lead complex client engagements from strategy to execution.
Serve as the primary contact for senior clients, overseeing strategic initiatives.
Assist CEOs with solutions to critical business challenges.
Manage priorities and workloads for high-quality client deliverables.
Collaborate internally to create integrated solutions for clients.
Direct and align multiple workstreams across clients and vendors.
Mentor colleagues to support their professional growth.
Set strategic priorities considering multiple perspectives.