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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$150K - $180K *

Drive revenue growth by leading a sales team focused on new business development in the pharma and healthcare marketing sector. Collaborate with clients and internal teams to achieve financial goals a...

Pennsylvania, USRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Drive client relationships within the mass affluent market by delivering personalized financial solutions. Utilize your expertise to enhance client satisfaction and achieve growth through comprehensiv...

Simpsonville, SCRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$99K - $138K *

Transform dealer relationships in the Southeast by driving retail growth, onboarding partners, and serving as a trusted advisor. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance dealer experiences and bring...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K *

Join a team that's redefining implementation excellence. As a Field Implementation Specialist, you'll execute rollouts, build trust, and enhance departmental engagement, all while traveling extensivel...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$180K - $220K *

Engage in strategic leadership to drive operational excellence and commercial growth in Public Power, focusing on electric metering, AMI, and utility field services while fostering strong customer rel...

Baxter, MNRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$290K - $305K *

Pioneer enterprise sales in Florida, driving value-based solutions for large organizations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to exceed targets, utilizing strategic partnerships to enhance growt...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by driving analytics and AI solutions for clients, managing a $10M+ portfolio. Collaborate with sales teams to identify opportunities, build value stories, and achieve aggressive sale...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$105K - $129K *

Elevate client engagement through data-driven insights! As a Senior Analyst, you'll analyze performance metrics, enhance marketing strategies, and drive client retention, ensuring impactful decisions...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$126K - $208K *

Lead the charge in driving global partner strategies and co-innovation initiatives, ensuring alignment across teams to enhance ServiceNow's Autonomous Workforce solutions and maximize market impact th...

Silver Spring, MDRemote

Today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$126K - $208K *

Partner with us to drive global GTM strategies and co-innovate solutions in the Autonomous Workforce sector, leveraging ServiceNow technologies. Lead partner alignment to optimize opportunities, enhan...

Silver Spring, MDRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$350K - $500K+*

Transform the strategic partnership landscape by leading a high-performing team to identify, negotiate, and close impactful partnerships that drive growth and enhance our retirement platform's reach a...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Lead strategic partnerships by engaging with crypto/AI builders, building a robust pipeline through outreach and relationship-building, and closing complex deals to position us as the preferred securi...

New York City, NYRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$118K - $222K *

Empower the delivery of transformative technology initiatives by collaborating with leaders to enhance project execution, manage dependencies, and drive value across teams, ensuring successful outcome...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $165K *

Pioneer in leading a dynamic team of Solution Engineers, optimizing multi-discipline datacenter solutions across data protection, storage, compute, and networking. Drive collaboration to shape industr...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive strategic relationships with large Enterprise customers, ensuring exceptional satisfaction and sales growth. Lead account plans and collaborate with teams to exceed quarterly and annual targets...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$129K - $210K *

Empower organizations by designing scalable data management solutions, collaborating with customers and partners to drive adoption and success. Act as a key technical advisor, bridging teams to ensure...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$76K - $90K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering exceptional investment management services. This role involves collaborating with Wealth Advisors to strategize and implement portfolio solutions, ensuring a...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance Salesforce solutions, driving process improvements and operational excellence. Contribute hands-on to configuration, data management, and user adopti...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in enterprise sales, guiding complex B2B transactions from discovery to close, prioritizing precision in processes while navigating multifaceted stakeholder landscapes. Your impact wil...

Des Moines, IARemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Help us shape impactful brand strategies and drive client success through innovative, integrated campaigns. Lead cross-functional teams to ensure brand consistency and engagement, while translating cl...

Lanham, MDRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$171K - $214K *

Unlock potential by driving sales activation and enablement for MSP/MSSP partners. Engage in training, demand generation, and partner collaboration to ensure successful service launches and ongoing sa...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $100K *

Unlock your potential as you support institutional clients through onboarding, training, and engagement. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance customer satisfaction and drive retention in...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$120K - $145K *

Shape the future of discovery operations by leveraging your legal expertise and leadership skills to enhance service delivery and team performance, ensuring top-quality results and efficient workflows...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $175K *

Explore new opportunities as you drive growth and build partnerships with dealerships. This field-based role focuses on market expansion, relationship management, and strategic analysis to enhance bra...

Providence, RIRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$135K - $216K *

Join a team that's driving growth initiatives for the US Air Force. You'll develop strategies, manage relationships, and support pipeline development to enhance business opportunities and position the...

Mc Lean, VARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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.