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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$138K - $165K *

Elevate your career by leading complex product initiatives across technical domains. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive strategic direction into actionable plans, ensuring measurable out...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$106K - $177K *

Unlock potential by leading cross-functional teams to shape product strategy, drive growth, and enhance customer value through data-driven insights and innovative solutions across the full product lif...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $160K *

Transform customer engagement by owning the technical pre-sales process, mentoring teams, and driving strategic account growth while collaborating with cross-functional leaders to deliver exceptional...

San Francisco, CARemote

2 weeks ago

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

$128K - $170K *

Lead the charge in driving new business within Fortune 100 companies, employing strategic sales techniques and a deep understanding of client needs to deliver innovative cloud solutions while navigati...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$170K - $220K *

Elevate operational excellence by translating strategic priorities into actionable plans. Lead cross-functional initiatives to enhance performance, drive process improvements, and establish governance...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$133K - $180K *

Transform child welfare systems by leading strategic initiatives, fostering collaboration across sectors, and driving impactful change to enhance family support and improve outcomes for children in ca...

Washington, DCRemote

Yesterday

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

$321K - $357K *

Drive strategic account growth by acquiring new logos and expanding existing relationships. Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver complex technology solutions, ensuring alignment with customer secu...

California, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$201K - $251K *

Join us to lead cross-functional project management in a dynamic biotech environment. Drive global commercialization initiatives, ensuring alignment and execution across teams while enhancing operatio...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $110K *

Join a team that's driving growth in the U.S. market for innovative insect screen solutions. This role focuses on developing new business relationships and expanding market presence, offering high vis...

Raleigh, NCRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$131K - $155K *

Lead the charge in managing diverse real estate projects, guiding a team of project managers to deliver exceptional results while ensuring client satisfaction and financial accountability throughout t...

Costa Mesa, CARemote

5 days ago

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

$90K - $110K *

Champion the sales cycle for mid-market organizations, driving growth by managing a high-velocity pipeline and building relationships with key decision-makers to deliver enterprise-grade security solu...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$108K - $145K *

Shape the future of project management as a Senior Cost Manager, driving cost efficiency and strategic decision-making. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance client value and foster strong relatio...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$74K - $87K *

Transform client implementations by leading discovery, planning, and execution. Own project scope, timelines, and budgets to ensure successful adoption of solutions that align with business goals and...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Accelerate progress at a global scale by driving growth and strategic direction for major technology clients. Lead multi-disciplinary teams, enhance client relationships, and deliver innovative soluti...

Seattle, WARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$133K - $166K *

Champion the fundraising efforts of a dynamic corporate finance team, managing complex debt and equity processes while collaborating with senior leadership to craft compelling narratives for investors...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$170K - $185K *

Drive profitable growth by managing strategic national accounts, executing sales strategies, and strengthening partnerships. Leverage industry expertise to enhance brand presence and achieve revenue t...

California, USRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$130K - $156K *

Empower a dynamic sales team to drive revenue growth by fostering relationships with enterprise accounts, leveraging your expertise in telecommunications and consultative selling to achieve ambitious...

Irvine, CARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$188K - $259K *

Elevate your career by leading a dynamic team to drive strategic growth and customer satisfaction in a fast-paced environment. Manage complex negotiations and develop executive relationships while ove...

New Hampshire, USRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$140K - $170K *

Join a dynamic team to optimize operational systems, drive growth, and enhance performance across departments. Collaborate with leadership to ensure strategic goals translate into measurable results a...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$121K - $262K *

Drive strategic partnerships and advisory services for business transitions, enhancing client relationships and achieving financial goals through effective collaboration and risk management in wealth...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$327K - $408K *

Lead the charge in shaping long-term marketing strategies and partnerships, overseeing a dynamic team to drive growth and enhance market positioning through innovative co-marketing initiatives and cro...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$128K - $268K *

Unlock potential by leading risk management for Commercial Card and Merchant Services. Collaborate across teams to assess risks, enhance controls, and ensure compliance, driving strategic growth and o...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$180K - $215K *

Drive regional success by leading launch execution and building high-performing teams. Foster customer relationships and ensure alignment with corporate goals in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environm...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $150K *

Transform your career by owning full-cycle sales for top-tier accounts. Drive pipeline growth, engage complex stakeholders, and close high-value deals while collaborating with a dedicated team in a dy...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$134K - $201K *

Inspire growth within the cell and gene therapy landscape by driving complex CDMO deal lifecycle, leveraging your expertise in CGT and forging senior relationships to accelerate innovative partnership...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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.