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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$125K - $150K *

Pioneer customer success strategies for Mid-Market and SMB segments. Lead a dedicated team to enhance retention, drive growth, and leverage AI for operational efficiency, ensuring exceptional experien...

Los Angeles, CARemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Transform financial strategy by leading FP&A initiatives, guiding senior leaders with actionable insights, and driving performance management across diverse business sectors. Elevate decision-making t...

Conshohocken, PARemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Elevate financial performance by partnering with Sales and Marketing teams, driving insights through detailed analysis, and leading budgeting and forecasting efforts to support strategic decision-maki...

New York, NYRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$158K - $199K *

Unlock potential by leading global client strategies, driving growth and retention through trusted relationships and innovative solutions. Leverage your expertise to enhance client value and execute a...

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3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$115K - $140K *

Drive brand strategy and integration by translating insights into actionable plans. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver compelling narratives and creative briefs while managing workstre...

CanadaRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Drive operational excellence by leading revenue operations strategy, optimizing processes, and enhancing cross-functional alignment to support scalable growth and measurable outcomes in a dynamic envi...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's transforming HR technology and data governance to enhance organizational effectiveness. Lead a global team in driving data-driven decision-making and innovative solutions that prote...

Virginia, USRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$130K - $150K *

Drive revenue growth by acquiring new business and managing key accounts, leveraging relationship-building, lead generation, and strategic selling in a fast-paced environment to redefine contractor ri...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Transform client experiences by managing portfolios with expertise and independence. Engage directly with families, mentor talent, and integrate investment management with wealth planning to deliver s...

Denver, CORemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$108K - $145K *

Join a dynamic team as you manage project costs, drive strategic initiatives, and foster relationships. Leverage your expertise in cost management to deliver value and support growth while mentoring o...

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3 weeks ago

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

$130K - $156K *

Transform the North American sales landscape by leading market expansion in advanced composites and engineered materials. Drive new customer relationships and commercial opportunities while developing...

Cleveland, OHRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$125K - $150K *

Drive strategic growth by managing key enterprise accounts, fostering relationships with C-level executives, and leveraging consultative selling to enhance customer partnerships and achieve expansion...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $200K *

Partner with us to drive strategic sales and expand RWD capabilities in the life sciences sector, leveraging your expertise to build relationships and deliver tailored solutions that meet complex clie...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$160K - $200K *

Shape the future of our web strategy by leading a cross-functional team to optimize user experience, drive demand generation, and enhance web performance. Your expertise will transform our website int...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Help us drive growth by building relationships, prospecting new clients, and increasing sales within the healthcare sector. Your expertise will enhance our brand presence and ensure exceptional servic...

Dallas, TXRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $200K *

Transform the MedTech landscape by driving sales and building relationships with key stakeholders. Leverage your expertise to identify opportunities, enhance customer engagement, and contribute to inn...

RemoteRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$193K - $250K *

Drive sales strategy and revenue growth by partnering with leadership, optimizing acquisition, and enhancing account management. Lead a diverse team to innovate and implement data-driven solutions tha...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$183K - $237K *

Join us to drive sales strategy and revenue growth by enhancing acquisition and account management. Collaborate with leadership and cross-functional teams to innovate processes and leverage data for i...

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Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$188K - $225K *

Join a dynamic team to drive strategic initiatives, enhance operational efficiency, and foster innovation across multiple projects, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and delivering impactfu...

New York, NYRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$152K - $283K *

Lead the development of high-quality, compliant data engineering practices that enhance enterprise data governance and accelerate data-driven decision-making for improved patient outcomes across the o...

East Hanover, NJRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$260K - $285K *

Unlock the potential of our asset servicing business by leading strategic initiatives, fostering client relationships, and driving product innovation. Inspire teams and elevate service delivery while...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in global expansion strategy for an innovative English language assessment solution. Drive international partnerships, attract investors, and expand market presence across established...

United StatesRemote

Reposted today

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

$160K - $195K *

Drive operational excellence and lead a high-performing team to deliver complex digital products. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define strategies, manage resources, and ensure profitable...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$177K - $235K *

Accelerate growth by leading technical business development for liquid cooling solutions. Drive strategic customer engagement, oversee program execution, and influence technology roadmaps to enhance m...

Austin, TXRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$160K - $190K *

Elevate regulatory intelligence by translating complex changes into actionable insights, guiding product strategy and marketing efforts while establishing thought leadership and fostering relationship...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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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    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.