Business Development Specialist Jobs

Explore Business Development Specialist opportunities with companies seeking experienced professionals to build relationships, identify growth opportunities, and support revenue goals. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, helping you discover senior-level openings that match your expertise.

What Does a Business Development Specialist Do?

Business Development Specialists research markets, qualify prospective clients, develop partnerships, and help organizations expand their reach. Depending on the company and industry, the role may involve managing a sales pipeline, preparing proposals, coordinating with marketing and product teams, and turning customer or market insights into practical growth strategies.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly value strong communication, negotiation, research, and relationship-building skills. Relevant experience may include business development, sales, account management, or strategic partnerships. Familiarity with customer relationship management (CRM) platforms, market analysis, and financial or sales metrics can also be useful. Requirements vary by employer and level.

Industries and Career Opportunities

Business Development Specialists work across sectors such as technology, financial services, healthcare, consulting, and business services. Career paths may lead to roles in strategic partnerships, account leadership, sales management, or broader business development leadership, depending on experience and organizational needs.

Find Business Development Specialist Jobs on Ladders

Search Ladders for vetted Business Development Specialist jobs paying $100,000 or more. Review each listing for responsibilities, qualifications, compensation details, and location, then apply to opportunities that align with your career goals.

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$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in designing intuitive web experiences by researching user needs and translating complex workflows into accessible interfaces. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to enhance usabilit...

Chicago, ILRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$88K - $115K *

Unlock your potential in a pivotal integration role, ensuring customer success through seamless technical setups, collaboration across teams, and enhancement of integration performance for optimal sat...

United StatesRemote

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$93K - $159K *

Lead strategic partnerships by managing complex relationships, driving business development, and ensuring effective collaboration across teams to enhance our partner ecosystem and achieve growth objec...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$123K - $158K *

Unlock your potential by driving enterprise sales growth across the Americas. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to manage the full sales cycle, from prospecting to closing, while building strong...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $90K *

Oversee complex federal acquisitions, providing strategic guidance and compliance support. Lead full lifecycle contract management, mentor junior staff, and ensure effective execution of high-level pr...

Columbus, OHRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $90K *

Unlock potential by leading complex federal acquisitions, providing strategic guidance, and ensuring compliance. This senior role requires extensive contracting expertise to manage high-level procurem...

Denver, CORemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $90K *

Drive your career by leading complex federal acquisitions, providing strategic guidance, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Leverage your expertise in contracting to support the Department of V...

Phoenix, AZRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $90K *

Manage complex federal acquisitions, providing strategic guidance and compliance oversight. Collaborate with stakeholders to execute high-level contracting responsibilities, ensuring effective procure...

Austin, TXRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$140K *

Unlock potential by leading a high-performing sales team in the public safety SaaS sector. Drive growth, execute strategic deals, and collaborate cross-functionally to enhance our market-leading softw...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $86K *

Grow your career by driving sales and building relationships with retailers. As a key player, you'll manage territory growth, train partners on our services, and support their success through effectiv...

Draper, UTRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $120K *

Shape your career as you take ownership of key accounts, driving sales and building relationships. Collaborate with top performers to modernize government services, while gaining invaluable experience...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$105K - $120K *

Drive strategic people initiatives as a trusted advisor, shaping talent strategies and leading change. Collaborate with leaders to enhance engagement, manage complex employee relations, and mentor HR...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $160K *

Join a dynamic team to drive growth in national construction and aggregates. Leverage your sales expertise to build relationships, manage complex deals, and support customers through the auction proce...

Chicago, ILRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$140K - $160K *

Unlock potential by developing and expanding relationships with national construction and aggregate companies, driving sales through strategic account management and collaboration across multiple team...

Dallas, TXRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by driving growth marketing strategies that enhance visibility and engagement with federal agencies. Collaborate with business development to create impactful campaigns and manage eve...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$58K - $110K *

Transform the employee experience by aligning HR strategies with business goals. As a key HR Business Partner, you'll drive engagement, performance excellence, and support a diverse workforce in a dyn...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Transform the onboarding experience for enterprise customers by leading seamless implementations, balancing technical demands with stakeholder communication, and driving effective project management t...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$128K - $170K *

Empower executive leadership with strategic financial insights to drive growth initiatives. Collaborate on M&A, pricing, and R&D investments while delivering actionable recommendations in a fast-paced...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $160K *

Partner with us to shape the quality strategy for a leading exam development platform. Leverage your expertise to guide multiple Agile teams, enhance automation practices, and ensure high standards ac...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$120K - $135K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing leadership and organizational capabilities through innovative learning solutions. This role focuses on translating business strategies into engaging developme...

Bellevue, WARemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$340K - $375K *

Drive strategic leadership in philanthropy communications and marketing, overseeing a team of 40+ to enhance donor engagement and fundraising outcomes. Collaborate cross-functionally to align messagin...

Brookline, MARemote

6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$127K - $163K *

Elevate web development by owning AI-driven systems and integrating legacy platforms. Manage multiple properties, ensuring seamless migrations and automation while maintaining quality and performance...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$130K - $160K *

Empower the development of mission-critical applications on the ServiceNow platform, collaborating with stakeholders to deliver scalable solutions while ensuring compliance with federal standards and...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $110K *

Transform financial operations by supporting ERP implementation, analyzing business processes, and ensuring seamless integration across multiple workstreams. Collaborate with teams to enhance system f...

Washington, DCRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Develop strategic relationships and drive lubricant sales in New England and New York. Lead account planning, assess distributor needs, and achieve sales targets while collaborating with internal team...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Business Development Specialist do?question toggle

    A Business Development Specialist helps identify and pursue opportunities for company growth. Typical responsibilities include researching markets, developing client and partner relationships, qualifying leads, supporting proposals, and coordinating with teams to advance revenue goals.

  • What skills are important for Business Development Specialist jobs?question toggle

    Commonly valued skills include communication, negotiation, prospecting, research, relationship management, and analytical thinking. Many roles also benefit from experience with CRM software, sales pipelines, and market or revenue metrics.

  • What qualifications do employers look for?question toggle

    Requirements vary by employer. Many openings seek relevant experience in business development, sales, account management, or partnerships, along with a record of building relationships and supporting growth. Some employers may request a bachelor's degree or industry-specific expertise.

  • Where do Business Development Specialists work?question toggle

    These professionals work in many industries, including technology, healthcare, financial services, consulting, and business services. Responsibilities and specialization depend on the company's products, customers, and growth strategy.

  • How can I find Business Development Specialist jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Browse Business Development Specialist listings on Ladders, which focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more. Check each posting for salary information, role requirements, location, and application instructions.