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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$110K - $130K *

Unlock new opportunities in industrial feedstock sourcing by building relationships with production companies. Drive methane production through strategic partnerships while ensuring compatibility with...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $120K *

Engage in strategic pipeline development to drive revenue across LATAM and North America. Utilize consultative selling and AI tools to connect with technical decision-makers, ensuring high-quality out...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in expanding Federal Civilian opportunities by developing strategic relationships, driving capture efforts, and collaborating across teams to secure new business and enhance growth obj...

Arlington, VARemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Optimize runtime authorization strategies across diverse segments, driving technical wins and enabling Sales Engineers. Leverage deep IAM and PAM expertise to deliver impactful solutions, ensuring com...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Transform revenue growth by driving B2B audience solutions sales, leveraging deep agency insights and consultative strategies to forge lasting partnerships and enhance digital transformation for clien...

New York, NYRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$134K - $249K *

Lead the proposal development process, ensuring high-quality deliverables and effective collaboration among teams. Drive strategic planning, manage multiple projects, and enhance proposal quality thro...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$217K - $310K *

Elevate your career by leading investor relations and strategic finance initiatives. Collaborate with executives to craft compelling narratives, build investor relationships, and drive impactful finan...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $140K *

Lead the charge in driving strategic business development efforts focused on Veterans Affairs and federal contracts, enhancing growth through relationship building and effective communication with key...

Rockville, MDRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $90K *

Join a team that's redefining brand engagement by architecting full-funnel ecosystems. Lead strategic initiatives across diverse channels, driving growth through innovative connections and insights wh...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$141K - $177K *

Drive strategic initiatives and operational excellence by leading technology solutions, collaborating with stakeholders, and ensuring project success through effective management and innovative proble...

Chicago, ILRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$192K - $307K *

Empower nursing advancement by leading strategic initiatives that enhance engagement, education, and partnerships across the nursing career journey, driving measurable outcomes and fostering innovatio...

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4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$200K *

Drive growth by developing new and existing accounts in hygienic fluid handling. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance market share in Southern California's food, dairy, beverage, and pharmaceutic...

California, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$106K - $146K *

Elevate community impact by coaching and mentoring Chapter Executive Directors, enhancing their leadership skills and strategic influence while overseeing a portfolio of five to six Chapters to ensure...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

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

$150K - $180K *

Drive strategic account management and lead a team to enhance ZYNLONTA's presence in key markets. Collaborate with stakeholders, execute robust plans, and ensure a positive customer experience while a...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$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...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$65K - $108K *

Lead the charge in expanding distribution relationships and driving sales growth. Collaborate with key stakeholders to identify opportunities, enhance client engagement, and optimize strategic initiat...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K *

Shape the future of client success by leveraging insights and data to enhance program impact. Collaborate with leaders in law firms and professional services to drive engagement and talent development...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$125K - $140K *

Engage with Private Equity firms to develop strategic partnerships, promoting supply chain services and driving revenue growth through effective channel management and collaboration with stakeholders...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$246K - $332K *

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San Diego, CARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Empower public-sector organizations by driving technology solutions in Washington. Develop new relationships, expand accounts, and collaborate with teams to enhance government operations and education...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $150K *

Lead strategic sales initiatives within the public sector, driving new business and expanding existing accounts. Manage complex SaaS deals, build strong relationships, and deliver tailored solutions t...

United StatesRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $160K *

Drive growth and strategy for Specimen Management in key accounts, fostering relationships with executives and collaborating across teams to enhance business results and cross-selling opportunities...

Franklin Lakes, NJRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Lead a high-performing sales team to drive new logo acquisition and revenue growth in enterprise software. Develop strategies, foster collaboration, and engage executive customers to expand market sha...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Transform global partner strategies to drive revenue and market share through innovative go-to-market models, collaborating with key stakeholders to establish impactful partnerships and optimize sales...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$155K - $180K *

Drive successful delivery of complex, multi-year programs in a dynamic environment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to manage scope, budget, and timelines while ensuring client satisfaction an...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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.