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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$100K - $120K *

Drive new dealer acquisition by managing the full sales cycle, building strong relationships, and executing strategic territory plans to achieve sustainable revenue growth in a competitive automotive...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$312K - $446K *

Lead a high-performing team to drive strategic growth in defense and intelligence markets. Oversee opportunity identification, partner engagement, and pipeline development, ensuring disciplined execut...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$107K - $145K *

Drive growth by identifying and securing new business opportunities in risk management and medical education. Collaborate with teams to develop proposals, manage sales pipelines, and ensure alignment...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $205K *

Join a team that's driving M&A success by leading financial strategy, target evaluation, and integration planning. Collaborate with senior leaders to identify opportunities and execute critical phases...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$170K - $200K *

Champion strategic ecosystem partnerships to drive revenue growth and enhance Acxiom's identity and data capabilities. Lead cross-functional teams in executing go-to-market strategies and building str...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $180K *

Elevate your career by driving business growth in the biotech and pharma sectors. This role allows you to influence strategies, build partnerships, and deliver sustainable revenue through innovative p...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$125K - $150K *

Lead strategic business development initiatives to drive new client acquisition and revenue growth in the Consumer Goods, Retail, and Travel sectors, leveraging industry expertise and relationships to...

CanadaRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Lead the charge in driving new business acquisition and expanding opportunities across Consumer Goods, Retail, and Travel sectors. Leverage industry expertise to build relationships and position as a...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Shape the future of defense business development by leading strategic initiatives in the Defense Space Market. Drive growth opportunities with the U.S. Space Force, enhancing mission integration and c...

RemoteRemote

1 month ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$116K - $125K *

Accelerate progress at driving business growth in the acute care market by developing strategies, expanding client relationships, and leveraging CRM tools to enhance profitability and market presence...

Richmond, VARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$87K - $131K *

Transform the healthcare landscape by driving business growth and fostering client relationships. In this pivotal role, you'll leverage your expertise to expand our market presence and enhance profita...

Phoenix, AZRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$135K - $160K *

Shape the future of K-12 sales by leading a dynamic team of Account Executives. Drive performance through strategic planning, precise forecasting, and collaborative initiatives to achieve growth targe...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$150K - $180K *

Transform your career by driving growth in commercial real estate financing. This role focuses on originating and structuring loans while building strong relationships with clients and industry profes...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Champion revenue growth by converting leads and developing strategic partnerships. Drive high-value sales and nurture relationships across diverse programs, ensuring alignment with mission and values...

Leesburg, VARemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$120K - $135K *

Champion revenue growth by building strategic customer relationships, driving sales through prospecting, expert consultations, and tailored proposals. Collaborate effectively to meet client needs and...

Atlanta, GARemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$100K - $150K *

Unlock your potential by driving revenue growth and managing client relationships in the commercial real estate sector. Engage in business development, account management, and market intelligence to a...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$121K - $176K *

Deliver innovative energy solutions through strategic business development, guiding public sector clients from opportunity identification to project execution while fostering key stakeholder relations...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

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

$160K - $200K *

Lead the charge in driving enterprise-level growth strategies, optimizing partnerships, and enhancing study volume across a clinical research network. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure...

Raleigh, NCRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$123K - $173K *

Lead transformative fundraising efforts by managing major gift prospects, cultivating relationships, and aligning donor interests with institutional priorities to secure significant philanthropic supp...

Washington, USRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$180K - $240K *

Lead strategic business initiatives by building relationships with senior executives to drive revenue growth in life sciences. Develop actionable plans to identify opportunities and enhance market pos...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$143K - $197K *

Elevate your career by driving growth in a dynamic tech sales environment. Shape strategic relationships, harness IT knowledge, and close high-impact opportunities in a remote setting while traveling...

New Hampshire, USRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $115K *

Grow and lead a high-performing BDR team, driving pipeline success through strategic coaching and data-driven insights. Collaborate cross-functionally to optimize sales processes and ensure seamless h...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's driving growth by sourcing and closing new business while nurturing existing accounts. You'll be the trusted operator ensuring client satisfaction and pipeline predictability, colla...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in driving strategic growth by managing a high-performing sales team, refining sales strategies, and fostering a culture of excellence to achieve ambitious revenue goals...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Inspire growth by driving enterprise partnerships in healthcare. Leverage your sales expertise to lead complex cycles, build relationships with C-suite stakeholders, and shape strategic initiatives in...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

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    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.

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    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.