Senior Director, Business Development Jobs

Senior Directors of Business Development lead strategies that expand markets, build high-value partnerships, and create durable revenue opportunities. These senior-level roles combine commercial judgment, relationship building, and cross-functional leadership to help organizations reach their growth objectives. Explore vetted opportunities on Ladders, including jobs paying $100,000 or more.

What Senior Directors of Business Development Do

Responsibilities vary by company and industry, but commonly include identifying new markets, developing business plans, negotiating strategic partnerships, managing key accounts, and overseeing a business development team. Leaders in this role work closely with executives and teams across sales, marketing, product, finance, and operations to turn opportunities into measurable results.

Skills and Qualifications Employers Seek

Employers often look for a record of achieving growth targets and experience leading complex deals or partnerships. Useful strengths include strategic planning, financial and market analysis, negotiation, executive communication, pipeline management, and team leadership. Relevant industry knowledge and a strong network can also be valuable.

Career Outlook and Compensation

Compensation for Senior Director, Business Development positions depends on factors such as industry, company size, location, scope of responsibility, and incentive structure. Senior roles may include performance bonuses or other incentives in addition to base pay. Ladders focuses on vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more, helping experienced candidates find roles aligned with their leadership background.

Find Senior Director, Business Development Jobs

Use Ladders to explore openings and compare opportunities by location, industry, and work arrangement. Review each job description for its growth mandate, reporting structure, target markets, and compensation details, then tailor your application to show how your business development leadership has delivered lasting results.

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$125K - $150K *

Champion scalable deal operations by leading the Global Deal Desk, optimizing complex agreements across sales, finance, and legal. Drive AI integration to enhance workflows and ensure compliance while...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$103K - $133K *

Champion growth initiatives in the Cell and Gene Therapy market by driving strategic account development, building partnerships, and exceeding sales targets. Leverage your expertise to influence stake...

Walkersville, MDRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$130K - $145K *

Drive growth by building strong partnerships with travel agencies, enhancing market share and brand awareness. Collaborate across teams to identify opportunities and execute strategies, making a signi...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$100K - $120K *

Accelerate progress at managing key client accounts with a data-driven approach. Develop tailored strategies that align with client goals while collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive growt...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $145K *

Shape the future of avionics sales by leading business development efforts, engaging military and commercial aerospace customers, and driving strategic growth in the Americas through innovative test s...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$115K - $160K *

Transform client relationships by driving strategic growth and innovative solutions. Leverage your expertise in AI and technology to identify opportunities, shape proposals, and ensure successful deli...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$200K *

Champion new business growth by driving strategic sales initiatives, expanding market share, and fostering relationships within the parking management and mobility sectors. Leverage expertise to close...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$100K *

Unlock potential by driving enterprise account strategies and engaging technical leaders. Collaborate with AEs to create meaningful outreach and build a pipeline that converts, focusing on quality int...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive new revenue growth by identifying and converting business opportunities, building executive relationships, and leading complex sales processes in a competitive landscape. Engage with customers t...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$175K - $210K *

Lead the charge in building a dynamic Corporate Development function, driving strategic growth through investments and M&A. Collaborate with executives to identify opportunities that enhance market le...

New York, NYRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $200K *

Unlock growth by leading strategic customer relationships, driving innovative solutions, and enhancing partnerships. Collaborate across teams to deliver exceptional experiences and maximize revenue in...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$175K - $210K *

Lead global field operations, driving strategy and execution across sales, technical services, and partner functions. Collaborate with senior leadership to optimize pipeline management, forecasting, a...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $170K *

Transform sales performance by leading a dynamic team, driving strategies for revenue growth, and fostering strong customer relationships to achieve ambitious targets in a competitive market...

United StatesRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$170K - $195K *

Elevate revenue growth by building strong relationships with law firms and corporations. Drive new business development through consultative sales, leveraging industry insights and collaboration with...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading strategic growth in business development and licensing for cutting-edge antibody assets. Drive external opportunities, manage cross-functional teams, and represent at indus...

San Francisco, CARemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$102K - $147K *

Join a dynamic team to drive new business opportunities with Large Enterprises, cultivating relationships with C-level executives and managing the full sales cycle to deliver exceptional client value...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$105K - $115K *

Transform the future of building management by leading cross-regional teams to enhance EBMS delivery. Engage with stakeholders, manage multiple workstreams, and ensure timely project execution while d...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's transforming engineering excellence by leading Salesforce development and quality practices. Drive accountability, enhance delivery systems, and foster a high-performing culture acr...

London, ONRemote

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$500K+*

Lead the execution of carbon transaction advisory across LAC countries, managing senior government relationships and developing commercialization strategies to support forest protection initiatives an...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$275K - $350K *

Lead the charge in building a subscription research business, driving sales and market strategy across energy, trading, and institutional sectors. Collaborate with analysts to tailor offerings and est...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$159K - $215K *

Join a team that's driving operational excellence across 25+ sites, overseeing facilities, real estate, and security operations to ensure safe, efficient environments that support high-quality care de...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Unlock new opportunities in offshore energy by connecting customer needs with innovative marine solutions. Drive account strategy and commercial execution, leveraging your industry expertise to delive...

Houston, TXRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in delivering exceptional client services for high-value accounts. Develop integrated marketing strategies, oversee multidisciplinary teams, and drive account growth while ensuring qua...

Lanham, MDRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$170K - $205K *

Drive the integration and growth of a newly acquired business, overseeing P&L, client relationships, and operations. Collaborate with teams to ensure seamless transition and performance against revenu...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

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

$182K - $216K *

Drive operational excellence by leading a 150+ member team, optimizing workflows, and enhancing member experiences through strategic program development and data-driven insights...

United StatesRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Senior Director of Business Development do?question toggle

    A Senior Director of Business Development sets and leads growth initiatives, develops strategic partnerships, evaluates markets, oversees major opportunities, and works with cross-functional teams to increase revenue and expand the organization.

  • What qualifications are common for Senior Director, Business Development jobs?question toggle

    Employers commonly seek substantial business development or commercial leadership experience, a history of meeting growth goals, and strengths in negotiation, strategic planning, market analysis, and executive communication. Requirements vary by organization and industry.

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    Pay varies by employer, industry, location, experience, and role scope, and may include bonuses or other incentives. Ladders lists vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more; check individual listings for compensation information.

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    You can search Ladders for Senior Director, Business Development openings and explore vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more. Filter listings by factors such as location and work arrangement.

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    Highlight specific growth outcomes, major deals or partnerships, markets entered, and the teams you led. Use measurable results where possible and tailor your experience to the employer’s strategic priorities.