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 - $140K *

Transform global client relationships by driving revenue growth and strategic account management. Collaborate with C-suite executives to connect workplace culture and employee experience to measurable...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive impactful energy solutions by developing and executing strategic marketing and sales initiatives. Leverage your expertise to secure multi-million dollar projects in energy efficiency and renewab...

Tennessee, USRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$150K - $170K *

Transform business growth by developing strategic partnerships and driving sales in IT infrastructure. Leverage your expertise to build relationships, conduct market analysis, and exceed revenue targe...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$135K - $200K *

Take ownership of product strategy and execution for a growing platform, enhancing customer value through deep insights, rapid testing, and cross-functional collaboration to drive adoption and improve...

Nashville, TNRemote

4 weeks ago

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

$135K - $159K *

Unlock potential by driving client outreach and proposals, converting new partners to the platform. Own complex sales cycles, build executive relationships, and leverage AI-driven strategies to enhanc...

United StatesRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $124K *

Shape the future of client partnerships by leading strategic growth initiatives, enhancing relationships, and driving revenue through innovative AI tools and workflows. Collaborate with teams to optim...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by leading centralized resources and programs, driving operational excellence, and fostering a quality mindset across teams. Collaborate with management to enhance patient support...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in shaping and executing a dynamic inside sales strategy, driving pipeline generation and team performance across multiple segments while fostering collaboration with cross-functional...

Cincinnati, OHRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$144K - $180K *

Transform public safety through strategic account leadership, driving sales for drone technology in major agencies. Own the full sales cycle, build deep relationships, and leverage AI tools to enhance...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$145K - $170K *

Lead the charge in federal account strategy and sales execution, driving growth through strategic relationships and innovative solutions. Oversee a team focused on pipeline development, customer acqui...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $190K *

Pioneer innovative strategies in commercial real estate transaction management, leading a dynamic team to negotiate leases and optimize client outcomes while driving operational excellence and fosteri...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

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

$191K - $260K *

Drive ERP strategy and modernization initiatives, collaborating with leaders to ensure technology investments yield significant business value and enhance operational efficiency across the organizatio...

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6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$149K - $175K *

Drive enterprise sales success by acquiring new logos and expanding revenue across large State, Local, and Higher Education accounts. Collaborate with regional partners to navigate complex procurement...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$105K - $110K *

Accelerate growth by leading complex sales strategies for education solutions. Engage with senior leaders to align priorities, drive partnerships, and deliver measurable outcomes while mentoring peers...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$125K - $150K *

Shape the future of enterprise sales by driving the entire sales cycle, engaging with diverse stakeholders, and collaborating across teams to deliver top-tier SaaS solutions that meet client needs and...

Austin, TXRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's redefining recruitment by driving innovative strategies, partnering with leaders, and enhancing candidate experiences. You'll own full-cycle recruiting and lead diverse searches in...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$200K - $255K *

Elevate your career by driving new business in healthcare accounts. Engage with C-level executives, navigate complex sales cycles, and close high-value deals to expand market presence and achieve reve...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$149K - $175K *

Drive your career with a pivotal role in public sector sales, focusing on large State, Local, and Higher Education accounts. Lead complex sales strategies, foster partnerships, and expand our footprin...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$132K - $170K *

Lead client relationships and drive growth through strategic account management, ensuring high satisfaction and retention while achieving significant sales targets in a dynamic, consultative sales env...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $180K *

Champion talent acquisition by leading strategy, building systems, and advising executives. Drive hiring success through data-driven decisions and structured assessments, while fostering a high-perfor...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $231K *

Advance operational excellence by partnering with leadership to optimize team performance, drive strategic initiatives, and enhance communication across cross-functional teams, ensuring clarity and al...

Illinois, USRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$250K - $350K *

Transform your career by leading underwriting strategy and oversight. Supervise managers, enforce guidelines, and drive quality across all programs, ensuring a robust underwriting framework and risk m...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Join our team to lead federal advocacy efforts, shaping policies that impact state CIOs. Collaborate with stakeholders, analyze legislation, and develop strategies to advance technology priorities in...

Washington, DCRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Execute strategic sales initiatives to identify, qualify, and close opportunities within public safety sectors, enhancing operations and citizen experiences through tailored solutions while managing c...

CanadaRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Drive strategic business development initiatives in Electronic Warfare, expanding market presence and fostering relationships with US DoD customers. Leverage expertise to identify opportunities, gener...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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.