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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$120K - $125K *

Lead the charge in mobilizing significant carbon transactions across Latin America, managing multi-stakeholder relationships and driving strategic initiatives to support forest protection programs und...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$125K - $150K *

Champion the growth of data solutions by driving new business opportunities in the pharmaceutical and life sciences sectors. Leverage strategic account management and relationship-building skills to e...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$175K - $263K *

Transform business development training by designing impactful curricula, supporting high-stakes captures, and enhancing BD practices enterprise-wide. Collaborate with leaders to drive excellence and...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$200K - $225K *

Drive growth by identifying and closing enterprise accounts through strategic outreach and relationship building. Manage complex sales cycles and ensure seamless transitions for long-term customer suc...

United StatesRemote

1 month ago

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

$125K - $150K *

Bring your expertise to drive revenue growth in healthcare through consultative sales and strategic partnerships. Own the full sales cycle, collaborate cross-functionally, and mentor future hires in a...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Transform business development in the Assisted Living market by driving customer acquisition and growth initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to execute sales plans and support revenue...

Philadelphia, PARemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$180K - $220K *

Champion strategic sales initiatives and lead a high-performing team to drive revenue growth across diverse markets, fostering long-term client relationships and operational excellence in delivering i...

Atlanta, GARemote

1 week ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Help us drive growth by identifying and closing automation opportunities. Collaborate with technical teams to deliver tailored solutions, build lasting customer relationships, and exceed sales targets...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $250K *

Shape the future of global sales strategy by leading initiatives that drive partner growth and sales enablement. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize processes, enhance capabilities, an...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$150K - $180K *

Shape strategic growth by leading M&A initiatives, from target origination to integration. Collaborate with executives to drive financial analysis, due diligence, and post-close performance tracking...

Minnesota, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$135K - $160K *

Drive new business growth by leveraging industry expertise and relationships. Collaborate with senior executives to position as a trusted partner, focusing on digital transformation and consultative e...

New York, NYRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's driving healthcare innovation by engaging with hospital executives. Leverage your sales expertise to manage a multi-state territory, build relationships, and secure contracts while...

Dallas, TXRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$165K - $195K *

Join a dynamic biotech team to drive strategic initiatives, manage cross-functional operations, and lead business development efforts. Leverage your scientific expertise and leadership skills to shape...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$125K - $150K *

Drive growth by building relationships and exceeding sales quotas through effective prospecting and discovery calls. Join a dynamic team focused on revolutionizing the energy industry with innovative...

Oklahoma City, OKRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's driving business development across a diverse portfolio, managing accounts, generating leads, and closing sales. You'll engage with clients to deliver customized solutions while ach...

RemoteRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$115K - $207K *

Elevate business growth by driving new client acquisitions and expanding existing accounts, while monitoring customer satisfaction and providing operational guidance across multiple plants to ensure s...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$170K - $195K *

Engage in strategic account acquisition for our Legal Technologies sector, focusing on sourcing, qualifying, and closing new enterprise accounts. Drive revenue growth through complex sales cycles whil...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $200K *

Optimize business growth by developing strategies, nurturing client relationships, and driving revenue. Lead market research and sales initiatives to identify opportunities, ensuring a robust pipeline...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$135K - $146K *

Innovate strategic partnerships and drive revenue growth in NTN and IoT sectors. Cultivate relationships with global carriers, negotiate agreements, and identify new business opportunities to establis...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$168K - $240K *

Lead the charge in optimizing business operations through innovative solutions, driving efficiency and productivity while fostering cross-functional collaboration and data-driven decision-making to en...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $195K *

Engage in strategic business development, overseeing global projects and teams. Drive long-term planning, policy formation, and customer negotiations while fostering collaboration with senior manageme...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $150K *

Optimize business growth by identifying new opportunities and building relationships with key stakeholders. Leverage solution-selling expertise to drive enterprise sales and achieve revenue targets wh...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$97K - $144K *

Empower our mission by driving strategic cause marketing partnerships. You'll identify, secure, and cultivate relationships with Fortune 500 companies, aiming to achieve annual revenue goals of $7-10...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$100K - $120K *

Drive new logo acquisition and revenue growth by managing the full sales cycle for assigned prospects, leveraging industry expertise and consultative selling to deliver tailored solutions and achieve...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $150K *

Champion growth by leading strategic business development initiatives, forging partnerships, and driving revenue expansion. Collaborate with executives to align goals and enhance market presence while...

RemoteRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

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.