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 *

Accelerate progress at our growing company by driving sales for enterprise software, nurturing channel partnerships, and exceeding targets in a fast-paced environment that values commitment and innova...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$106K - $151K *

Reimagine customer engagement in the IoT space, driving innovative solutions for small to medium businesses. Leverage your sales expertise to navigate complex negotiations and build lasting relations...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$178K - $294K *

Join a team that's redefining data engineering and analytics. Lead strategy, architecture, and execution of scalable data solutions while mentoring professionals and driving business outcomes through...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in managing client projects, ensuring high-quality delivery on time and within budget while fostering excellent customer service and collaboration across teams...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$102K - $142K *

Transform complex business needs into actionable solutions by leading cross-system analysis initiatives. Collaborate with stakeholders to define standards, mentor analysts, and drive improvements acro...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$229K - $310K *

Drive project management and business development to enhance operational efficiency in life sciences R&D, while leading diverse teams and ensuring profitability through strategic customer engagement a...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$115K - $125K *

Grow your career with us as you drive business development in the hospitality sector. Leverage your existing network to identify opportunities, close deals, and build lasting relationships while manag...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

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

$140K - $160K *

Lead the charge in overseeing capital project portfolios across the Americas, ensuring consistent delivery and financial governance while managing multiple concurrent projects with significant annual...

New York, NYRemote

1 week ago

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

$150K - $180K *

Join a dynamic team to lead sales strategy and execution for power conversion solutions. Drive customer relationships, manage complex sales, and collaborate across functions to achieve profitable grow...

Mesa, AZRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$78K - $126K *

Drive the evaluation and execution of renewable energy transactions, leveraging financial modeling and market expertise to support capital deployment decisions while collaborating with investment prof...

Milwaukee, WIRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $100K *

Drive project success by managing diverse teams and stakeholders, ensuring timely execution of project goals while mitigating risks and maintaining budgets. Leverage your expertise to enhance operatio...

Chandler, AZRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's driving sustainable growth in the Pacific market by developing sales strategies, managing client relationships, and promoting green building solutions to achieve revenue targets and...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

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

$114K - $190K *

Engage with us to shape dynamic compensation strategies that drive enterprise growth, enhance employee engagement, and ensure compliance. Collaborate with HR leaders to tailor global rewards programs...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$122K - $153K *

Champion technical solutions by advising C-Suite leaders, driving sales support, and customizing product demos. Utilize financial software expertise to enhance client relationships and streamline sale...

New York, NYRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $200K *

Champion new business growth by building relationships with Enterprise-level clients, managing the sales cycle, and collaborating with partners to ensure successful launches and long-term success...

Massachusetts, USRemote

Reposted yesterday

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

$100K - $200K *

Join a team that's driving growth by securing Enterprise-level partnerships. You'll manage the full sales cycle, from prospecting to negotiation, while collaborating with executives to create impactfu...

North Carolina, USRemote

5 days ago

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

$100K - $200K *

Champion new business growth by identifying and securing Enterprise-level partnerships. Manage the full sales cycle, collaborate with executives, and ensure successful account launches to drive signif...

Georgia, USRemote

5 days ago

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

$100K - $200K *

Unlock potential by driving Enterprise-level partnerships and revenue growth. Engage with C-suite executives, craft tailored solutions, and collaborate with teams to ensure successful account launches...

Texas, USRemote

5 days ago

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

$132K - $170K *

Elevate organizational performance by driving strategic initiatives and fostering collaboration across teams. This role requires a visionary leader to inspire innovation and enhance operational effici...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $110K *

Elevate your career by developing and executing impactful paid social media campaigns. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize strategies, leveraging analytics to maximize reach and ROI wh...

New York, NYRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$90K - $115K *

Elevate your career by leading innovative social media programs that connect healthcare clients with their audiences. Drive strategic content development and manage cross-functional teams to ensure im...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Explore a pivotal role leading complex, cross-functional projects from initiation to completion. Leverage your project management expertise to ensure timely delivery, budget adherence, and stakeholder...

United StatesRemote

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$200K *

Lead the charge in driving enterprise growth marketing strategies, optimizing pipeline performance, and orchestrating cross-functional initiatives to scale demand generation and revenue outcomes acros...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $200K *

Shape the future of healthcare by leading strategic growth initiatives through acquisitions and partnerships. Drive complex transactions and foster relationships to enhance operational success and mar...

United StatesRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$138K - $262K *

Elevate leadership effectiveness by partnering with teams to design and implement strategic initiatives that enhance organizational performance and foster a culture of collaboration and growth across...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   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.