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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$100K - $120K *

Shape the future of business development by leading strategic growth initiatives, building key partnerships, and driving measurable outcomes across multiple markets. Collaborate with stakeholders to e...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$313K - $401K *

Champion strategic projects and lead multidisciplinary teams to advance therapeutic programs. Oversee executive operations, ensuring seamless communication, efficient processes, and risk management wi...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $145K *

Drive strategic business growth by identifying and qualifying new opportunities, fostering customer relationships, and collaborating across teams to align with market needs and company objectives in t...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$145K - $175K *

Transform the future of geospatial intelligence by driving strategic growth and customer engagement. Lead account planning and opportunity development while aligning innovative solutions with national...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $180K *

Drive strategic growth and customer engagement in the geospatial intelligence sector. Lead account planning and opportunity development while aligning innovative solutions with national security objec...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Drive new logo acquisition and revenue growth by managing the full sales cycle for assigned prospects, leveraging industry expertise and consultative selling to deliver tailored solutions and achieve...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$72K - $88K *

Lead the charge in generating revenue for impactful campaigns by building relationships with corporate sponsors and donors. Drive fundraising efforts through strategic planning, volunteer engagement...

1 week ago

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

$70K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to driving revenue through impactful fundraising campaigns. You'll engage corporate sponsors and individual donors, manage events, and lead volunteer efforts to support ou...

3 weeks ago

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

$120K - $145K *

Lead a team that drives client success through strategic guidance, managing large-scale programs, and fostering strong relationships. Ensure exceptional delivery and compliance while identifying growt...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$135K - $150K *

Champion growth by leading strategic business development initiatives, forging partnerships, and driving revenue expansion. Collaborate with executives to align goals and enhance market presence while...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$135K - $150K *

Champion strategic growth initiatives by leading business development efforts, forging partnerships, and driving revenue. Collaborate with executives to align strategies and enhance market presence wh...

Reposted yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in driving sales growth within the global mass transit market by developing strategic plans, managing customer relationships, and delivering tailored test solutions to enhance operatio...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $200K *

Elevate business development strategies by leading a dynamic team, fostering client relationships, and driving operational excellence to achieve financial goals and enhance customer satisfaction...

6 days ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading strategic business development initiatives across multiple offices. Collaborate with legal teams to enhance client relationships, drive revenue growth, and deliver impactfu...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$120K - $180K *

Build and execute a national referral channel by developing strategic partnerships with U.S. law firms and professional advisors, driving measurable business results through trusted relationships and...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$50K - $150K *

Accelerate lead generation through cold outreach and innovative marketing. Support RFP lifecycle and identify business opportunities in both public and private sectors, while maintaining strong commun...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$129K - $207K *

Champion growth in our labels business by leading a dynamic team, driving revenue through strategic client partnerships, and identifying new market opportunities to maximize profit and capacity...

Warrenville, ILRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$129K - $207K *

Drive revenue growth by leading a dynamic team in the labels business unit, collaborating across departments to identify market opportunities and enhance client relationships, while achieving ambitiou...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$210K - $230K *

Elevate your career by driving strategic partnerships and commercial growth in the BioPharma sector. Collaborate across teams to enhance product development and expand market presence while managing k...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in developing and executing business strategies to acquire new clients, expand market reach, and drive sustainable revenue growth through consultative selling and strategic relationshi...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $180K *

Accelerate growth by driving sales in VC-backed tech firms, forging C-level relationships, and leading complex deals. Leverage support and networks to position solutions for global expansion and estab...

San Francisco, CARemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$160K - $200K *

Drive the evolution of dealer marketing solutions by leading product management efforts, overseeing current offerings, and defining a next-gen platform that enhances customer engagement and retention...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$85K - $110K *

Transform client relationships and drive growth by identifying new business opportunities and delivering strategic solutions. Lead initiatives to expand market presence and contribute to long-term suc...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$85K - $110K *

Lead the charge in driving growth by building client relationships and identifying new business opportunities. This strategic role focuses on expanding market presence and delivering solutions that fo...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$85K - $110K *

Champion growth by forging client relationships and identifying new business opportunities. Drive revenue through strategic solutions while expanding market presence and ensuring long-term success for...

Burlington, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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.