Director, Corporate Development Jobs

Explore Director, Corporate Development opportunities with organizations seeking experienced leaders to guide strategic growth. These roles commonly oversee mergers and acquisitions, partnerships, investments, and other initiatives that shape a company’s long-term direction. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, helping you discover senior-level opportunities aligned with your expertise.

What Does a Director of Corporate Development Do?

A Director of Corporate Development identifies and evaluates opportunities to expand a business, strengthen its market position, or create value. Depending on the organization, the role may lead acquisition sourcing and execution, assess potential investments, negotiate strategic partnerships, and coordinate due diligence with finance, legal, and operating teams. Directors also prepare recommendations and communicate deal rationale and outcomes to executive leadership.

Common Responsibilities and Skills

Typical responsibilities include developing a pipeline of strategic opportunities, building financial models, analyzing markets and competitors, managing transaction processes, and supporting integration planning. Employers often seek candidates with strong financial analysis, negotiation, project management, and executive communication skills. Experience in M&A, investment banking, private equity, corporate strategy, or a related field may be valuable, although qualifications vary by company and industry.

Where These Roles Are Found

Director-level corporate development positions are available across industries, including technology, healthcare, financial services, manufacturing, and consumer businesses. The scope can vary: some roles focus on acquisitions, while others combine deal work with strategic planning, venture investments, or partnerships. Review each listing for its industry focus, reporting structure, geographic expectations, and specific transaction experience requirements.

Find Your Next Corporate Development Role

Search Director, Corporate Development jobs on Ladders to find vetted opportunities paying $100,000 or more. Compare responsibilities and qualifications, then tailor your résumé to show measurable contributions to transactions, strategic initiatives, and business growth.

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$160K - $200K *

Manage and lead the infrastructure strategy for cloud and developer systems, ensuring secure, scalable, and efficient operations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive innovation and enhanc...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Lead a dynamic account management team, driving strategic relationships with major health systems. Foster high-touch engagement, ensuring customer success and operational excellence while directly man...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Lead product strategy for cloud-native vault solutions, driving effective secrets management and session control. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance security offerings while ensuring h...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$245K - $310K *

Champion innovative financing solutions as a strategic legal leader, overseeing structured finance, capital markets, and corporate law. Drive legal execution and team growth while ensuring compliance...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$63K - $99K *

Empower the Product Category Management team by analyzing data trends, generating reports, and supporting strategic decisions. Collaborate across departments to enhance product performance and mentor...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$200K - $245K *

Pioneer data-driven engineering for our Autonomy Data Flywheel initiative, overseeing the entire lifecycle to enhance AI-driven operations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve quality a...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$110K - $130K *

Champion franchise growth by leading recruitment and onboarding of new franchisees. Drive brand expansion through strategic sales processes, relationship building, and market development, ensuring a s...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Partner with us to drive strategic healthcare marketing initiatives. Lead client relationships, oversee peer-to-peer programs, and mentor team members to ensure compliance and achieve results while fo...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $145K *

Pioneer complex ERP implementations by leading diverse teams, managing risks, and aligning project outcomes with client objectives while ensuring timely, on-budget delivery across multiple projects...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Join a team that's redefining People Operations by leading strategic initiatives in benefits, payroll, and automation. Drive impactful change while managing a high-performing team and collaborating ac...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in expanding business across the Northeast U.S. and Canada by building strategic partnerships, managing client relationships, and driving sales growth through innovative packaging solu...

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5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$172K - $215K *

Drive the execution of solar construction projects by leading a skilled team, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and optimizing drilling operations for stable foundations. Collaborate with sta...

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2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $120K *

Drive new commercial sales and manage key accounts to achieve growth and client satisfaction. Collaborate with teams to implement strategies that highlight product value and foster strong customer rel...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$150K - $180K *

Accelerate growth by leveraging deep supply chain expertise to drive new business, optimize value chains, and deliver compelling ROI to executives. Collaborate cross-functionally to exceed sales targe...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Take ownership of corporate governance and entity management, ensuring compliance and efficiency across multiple subsidiaries. Support M&A and financing activities while maintaining a clean corporate...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$149K - $198K *

Lead the charge in transforming legal operations by designing scalable support models, managing a dedicated team, and leveraging technology to enhance service delivery across Legal & Public Policy fun...

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Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$105K - $150K *

Transform healthcare insights by leading client engagements with real-world data. Drive business development and project delivery while building long-term client relationships in a dynamic, hybrid wor...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$180K - $250K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in robotics and automation. Lead business development efforts in Warehouse/Logistics and Automotive sectors, securing strategic partnerships and pre-sales agreeme...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $180K *

Drive strategic business development initiatives to enhance market growth, profitability, and operational efficiency. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment with organizational go...

North Carolina, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$198K - $266K *

Unlock potential by serving as a strategic advisor to C-Suite executives, guiding large-scale digital transformations and financial strategies to drive measurable business outcomes and enhance value r...

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3 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$192K - $235K *

Lead analytical development and quality control for sterile parenteral products, ensuring regulatory compliance and successful product launches. Collaborate cross-functionally to establish strategies...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$210K - $260K *

Unlock potential by leading the strategic direction of Workday AMS, overseeing client delivery, service quality, and operational excellence while driving growth and team development across diverse sec...

Chicago, ILRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$168K - $240K *

Lead total rewards strategy for a complex global healthcare tech firm. Drive compensation and benefits governance, align workforce investment with business goals, and ensure compliance while fostering...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$155K - $210K *

Lead a dynamic team to drive strategic growth and profitability across a portfolio of key accounts, fostering strong partnerships and aligning cross-divisional strategies to enhance customer experienc...

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5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$140K - $170K *

Champion the go-to-market strategy for streaming advertising, leading a product marketing team to craft compelling messaging and drive revenue growth. Collaborate across departments to ensure alignmen...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Director of Corporate Development do?question toggle

    A Director of Corporate Development leads strategic growth initiatives, which may include mergers and acquisitions, investments, partnerships, market analysis, and transaction execution. The exact scope depends on the employer.

  • What qualifications are commonly required for Director, Corporate Development jobs?question toggle

    Employers often look for significant experience in corporate development, M&A, investment banking, private equity, corporate strategy, or related work. Financial modeling, deal execution, negotiation, and communication skills are commonly valued; specific requirements vary.

  • What industries hire Directors of Corporate Development?question toggle

    These roles can be found in technology, healthcare, financial services, manufacturing, consumer businesses, and many other industries. Responsibilities and preferred experience often reflect the company’s sector and growth strategy.

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

    Browse Director, Corporate Development listings on Ladders, which features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more. Review each posting’s compensation details, responsibilities, and qualifications to identify suitable opportunities.