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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$122K - $147K *

Transform your career by leading business development for Marketing Solutions. Collaborate with sales teams to drive growth, leverage data-driven insights, and enhance client relationships while navig...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Unlock new business opportunities by leading strategic development initiatives across key markets. Drive enterprise partnerships through consultative selling, executive networking, and rigorous opport...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$150K - $180K *

Shape your career by leading investor relations and corporate development initiatives. Collaborate with senior executives to enhance financial communication, drive strategic growth, and cultivate inve...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $134K *

Contribute to business growth by identifying and developing new sales opportunities, collaborating with the Field Sales team, and managing lead funnels in a competitive environment focused on capital...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by driving business growth through strategic relationships and innovative solutions in the energy sector. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance customer engagement and op...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$160K - $200K *

Drive strategic initiatives by collaborating with cross-functional teams to define capabilities and execute roadmaps, ensuring measurable outcomes in a dynamic environment. Leverage technical curiosit...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$160K - $200K *

Shape the future of strategic partnerships by bridging product needs with the tech ecosystem. Leverage market insights and relationship-building skills to drive business development and execute impact...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$179K - $240K *

Drive transformation by leading cross-functional initiatives, enhancing processes, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. Collaborate with teams to implement change management strategies a...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$179K - $240K *

Drive transformation by leading cross-functional initiatives, optimizing processes, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. Collaborate with teams to implement change management strategies...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$179K - $240K *

Empower transformation by leading cross-functional initiatives, enhancing processes, and driving change management. Collaborate with teams to implement innovative solutions and foster a culture of con...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by driving strategic business development initiatives across practice groups, collaborating with partners and leaders to enhance client engagement and market positioning through innov...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$130K - $195K *

Transform business development by leading strategic growth initiatives, building lasting client relationships, and developing systems for scalable success. Collaborate across teams to drive engagement...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $195K *

Drive growth by leading new business initiatives, shaping strategies, and building relationships with clients while enhancing agency capabilities to achieve scalable and repeatable success in a dynami...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $150K *

Drive full-cycle sales for global clinical operations, fostering client relationships and developing strategic plans for service growth in alignment with company objectives...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing resident experiences while leading operations for a vibrant community. Drive financial performance, foster engagement, and cultivate a culture of inclusivity...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing the lives of seniors by leading operations in a vibrant assisted living and memory care community. Drive excellence in resident care, financial performance, a...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Transform community operations by leading a dedicated team to enhance resident experiences, drive financial performance, and ensure compliance. Cultivate a thriving culture while achieving occupancy a...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in enhancing community operations, driving financial performance, and fostering resident engagement in a dynamic senior living environment. Collaborate with teams to create a preferred...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Optimize community operations by leading a team to enhance resident satisfaction, drive financial performance, and ensure compliance. Foster an inclusive culture while executing strategic business pla...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Join our team to drive business growth by developing new accounts and enhancing sales in existing ones. Utilize your expertise to analyze market trends, manage customer relationships, and achieve sale...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$95K - $115K *

Innovate within a dynamic team to drive investment strategies, support M&A activities, and engage with stakeholders. Leverage your analytical skills to evaluate opportunities and enhance corporate dev...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $150K *

Champion sales and marketing strategy to drive growth; manage inbound prospects, run campaigns, and enhance brand positioning. Build processes and assets while positioning for future leadership opport...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$180K - $270K *

Join a team that's focused on building relationships with institutional investors, driving growth in Insurance-linked Securities strategies, and navigating the evolving alternative capital market land...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$168K - $268K *

Lead the charge in strategic marketing and partnerships, driving growth through innovative collaborations with diagnostic companies. Translate insights into actionable strategies while navigating a co...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$160K - $190K *

Transform your career by leading strategic partnerships within the Salesforce ecosystem. Drive growth through innovative go-to-market strategies, cross-functional collaboration, and executive relation...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 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.