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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$150K - $180K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$174K - $261K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$147K - $220K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

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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.