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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$140K - $155K *

Engage with strategic enterprise clients to drive retention, growth, and satisfaction. Lead account strategy, advise stakeholders, and deliver measurable outcomes while mentoring team members and fost...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$101K - $125K *

Unlock your potential by driving growth as a key player in a dynamic sales team. Collaborate with talented professionals to deliver tailored solutions and foster long-term client relationships, ultima...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$180K - $220K *

Lead the charge in driving growth across insurance platforms by building strategic alliances, developing executive relationships, and executing market strategies to enhance revenue and expand opportun...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$210K - $240K *

Transform the future of clinical development by leading strategic initiatives, fostering client relationships, and driving innovative solutions in a dynamic, global environment. Shape best practices a...

Durham, NCRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$192K - $307K *

Transform clinical partnerships by driving strategic initiatives that enhance operational and financial outcomes. Collaborate with C-suite leaders to shape long-term relationships and influence enterp...

Franklin Lakes, NJRemote

4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$145K - $270K *

Elevate your career by leading global executive recruiting efforts, shaping talent strategies, and building high-performing teams. Drive impactful searches and foster relationships with senior leaders...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $250K *

Transform financial services by leading complex banking operations and technology projects. Collaborate with clients to enhance performance, drive innovation, and shape a new practice within a dynamic...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$245K - $392K *

Unlock potential by leading finance transformation initiatives that leverage AI, automation, and advanced analytics. Drive a multi-year roadmap, modernize workflows, and shape a high-performing financ...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$235K - $270K *

Unlock potential by leading actuarial strategy and health economic analyses. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance value propositions and drive commercial growth while translating complex...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Advance business growth by building strategic relationships and identifying client needs. Drive sales initiatives and ensure seamless implementation of client programs while meeting profit margins and...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $158K *

Join a team that's dedicated to driving client acquisition and retention in the small and mid-sized pharmaceutical market. Manage relationships, develop strategies, and achieve sales targets while col...

Massachusetts, USRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$135K - $165K *

Elevate your career by driving strategic acquisitions and value creation in a dynamic environment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify targets, lead transactions, and build frameworks...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $160K *

Transform real estate opportunities by leading market evaluations, strategic planning, and cross-functional collaboration to optimize portfolio growth and cost management across multiple regions...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$160K - $201K *

Drive the global events strategy and execution for a leading B2B software company. Lead a diverse team, manage a multi-million dollar budget, and ensure events deliver measurable ROI while aligning wi...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $200K *

Advance your career by driving growth strategies in defense IT and ISR systems. Collaborate with senior leaders to shape opportunities and manage a robust pipeline across key Air Force mission areas a...

Ohio, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Unlock potential by leading a dynamic sales team in hematology, driving strategic account management and fostering key stakeholder relationships to enhance the clinical experience with ZYNLONTA across...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $145K *

Lead strategic communications initiatives for purpose-driven clients, managing relationships and executing impactful campaigns. Drive policy proposals and content development while overseeing a talent...

Washington, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Champion growth in skilled nursing by leveraging your clinical expertise to engage operators, close multi-facility deals, and drive impactful pilots. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance care qual...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$144K - $200K *

Accelerate public safety initiatives by leading a regional sales team, enhancing team performance, and driving strategic growth in drone technology for emergency response agencies across the U.S...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$129K - $162K *

Elevate operational excellence by leading multi-market Risk Adjustment and Quality programs. Drive performance improvements, manage budgets, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compl...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$174K - $261K *

Lead a dynamic sales team driving strategic growth in health care markets. Utilize your deep experience in sales and leadership to coach and mentor Account Executives on complex sales cycles, position...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$108K - $183K *

Champion a high-performing sales team focused on biopharma solutions, driving revenue growth and strategic customer relationships across a U.S. territory. Collaborate cross-functionally to maximize op...

RemoteRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$170K - $190K *

Drive strategic sales initiatives by partnering with Army stakeholders to enhance federal account effectiveness. Leverage your expertise in counter-drone systems to identify opportunities and deliver...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $170K *

Join a team that's driving strategic growth in biopharma by developing key partnerships and securing business opportunities in antibody discovery services, collaborating across multiple departments to...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$143K - $215K *

Join a team that's driving strategic government revenue by leading opportunities from market identification to proposal submission, ensuring quality-driven growth and cross-functional alignment throug...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 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.

  • How much do Senior Directors of Business Development earn?question toggle

    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.