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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$90K - $133K *

Join a team that's redefining healthcare partnerships, leading strategic negotiations, and driving innovation in mental health access through AI-driven insights and strong relationship management on a...

New York, NYRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$170K - $200K *

Drive market and competitive intelligence initiatives to enhance strategic decision-making across teams. Build a high-performing function that delivers insights on customer behavior, market trends, an...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $145K *

Empower growth by leveraging your extensive network in Structured Finance to drive new business and revenue. Collaborate across teams to deliver innovative solutions, navigating complex sales cycles w...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

Transform the future of business applications by leading strategy, delivery, and operations. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance core processes and drive value through effective system...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$102K - $147K *

Drive new business opportunities by cultivating relationships with C-level executives. Own the full sales cycle for Large Enterprise clients, ensuring value delivery and exceeding sales targets while...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Drive strategic growth by cultivating key relationships in the Financial Services sector, focusing on banking. Collaborate with teams to exceed client expectations and enhance TELUS Digital Solutions...

Toronto, ONRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$87K - $109K *

Transform public-sector auction services by building relationships with key decision-makers. Drive business growth through strategic outreach, presentations, and consultative selling, ensuring long-te...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$105K - $115K *

Empower a dynamic sales team to drive revenue growth through strategic partnerships and innovative territory planning. Shape the future of business development by fostering relationships and deliverin...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$150K - $180K *

Champion a transformative revenue enablement initiative, leveraging AI to enhance sales effectiveness and streamline coaching. Lead a team to integrate innovative tools and data-driven insights across...

United StatesRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $125K *

Unlock your potential by leading impactful training initiatives that enhance advisors' skills and knowledge, driving exceptional client experiences and professional growth within a dynamic financial s...

St. Louis, MORemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$127K - $170K *

Help us drive strategic growth by leading our North America sales team and managing channel partners. You'll connect solutions with customer needs, coach team members, and ensure a consistent customer...

Texas, USRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$135K - $150K *

Deliver strategic partnerships within Finance & IT, driving revenue growth and market expansion. Collaborate cross-functionally to evaluate and scale fintech, banking, and IT management partnerships...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by driving new business opportunities and collaborating with executives to craft strategies that address client challenges. Utilize your sales expertise to exceed targets and foste...

Denver, CORemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$193K - $290K *

Engage with government clients as a trusted advisor, driving strategic partnerships and maximizing the value of technology solutions. Collaborate across teams to enhance customer outcomes and support...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$102K - $147K *

Champion new business growth by strategically acquiring clients in large enterprises. Drive the full sales cycle, build trust-based relationships with C-level executives, and deliver exceptional clien...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$230K - $280K *

Champion analytical development by leading strategy and execution for pipeline products. Drive compliance and quality control while building a high-performing team in a dynamic environment focused on...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $190K *

Transform regulatory strategies by leading cross-functional teams to ensure timely submissions and compliance for our innovative gene therapy pipeline, driving excellence in pediatric neurodegenerativ...

New York, NYRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $95K *

Elevate dealer relationships and enhance vehicle protection contracts through expert F&I training and support. Collaborate with teams to drive results, ensuring compliance and customer satisfaction wh...

Fort Worth, TXRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$211K - $290K *

Join a team that's redefining healthcare sales strategies. Lead the charge in developing and executing innovative commercial strategies for the Ambulatory Surgery Center market, driving growth and enh...

Texas, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$180K - $200K *

Join a dynamic team to drive strategic growth in Electronic Warfare. Lead market strategies, cultivate key partnerships, and enhance customer engagement to position the company as a leader in advanced...

California, USRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$125K - $150K *

Shape the future of trade finance by driving business development in the US banking sector. Leverage your extensive network to build relationships, identify opportunities, and influence growth for a l...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$115K - $135K *

Help us expand our commercial lending portfolio by building client relationships and delivering tailored financing solutions. You'll play a key role in driving business growth while ensuring an except...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Lead the integration agenda for Customer Development, driving alignment across functions and ensuring successful execution of complex initiatives while managing risks and dependencies...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$120K - $145K *

Grow your career with a pivotal role driving business development in North America’s Life Sciences sector. Leverage your expertise to identify opportunities, build strategic partnerships, and lead ini...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$230K - $260K *

Join a team that's driving retail innovation by identifying and closing new opportunities with Fortune 500 retailers. Leverage your expertise in retail technology to shape strategies and build executi...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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.