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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$150K - $180K *

Champion sales excellence by leading a dynamic team, driving revenue growth, and fostering client relationships. Leverage your expertise in cloud technologies to exceed targets and enhance customer sa...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Elevate financial strategy by analyzing business opportunities and supporting senior management with budgeting, forecasting, and performance metrics. Collaborate across teams to enhance financial perf...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$156K - $290K *

Transform strategic direction by partnering with leadership to drive growth, evaluate opportunities, and translate insights into actionable initiatives that enhance customer value and ensure sustainab...

Georgia, USRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$130K - $160K *

Shape the future of technology by driving business growth through strategic customer engagement and successful contract negotiations. Leverage your expertise to transform opportunities into lasting pa...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $110K *

Transform corporate sales growth by acquiring and nurturing key business clients. Drive strategic partnerships, execute sales strategies, and collaborate with teams to enhance service delivery and exc...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$232K - $290K *

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United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $180K *

Lead and innovate our affordable housing development platform, driving project execution and team performance while ensuring strategic alignment with financial and organizational goals. Collaborate ac...

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

$204K - $304K *

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$160K - $190K *

Lead strategic growth initiatives in the Navy sector, identifying and capturing new business opportunities while building trusted client relationships and driving innovative solutions in a fast-paced...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Elevate your career by driving business development for new airline customers. You'll identify opportunities, build key relationships, and lead complex negotiations, collaborating with cross-functiona...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in expanding and retaining enterprise client relationships, driving revenue growth and strategic account management across regions. Develop and mentor a high-performing account team to...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Transform enterprise client relationships by leading revenue growth, strategic account management, and team development across multiple regions. Drive upsell initiatives and ensure client satisfaction...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Transform enterprise client relationships by leading revenue growth, strategic account management, and team development. Collaborate with senior leadership to enhance upsell opportunities and ensure c...

Toronto, ONRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $150K *

Unlock potential by leading strategic relationships and client acquisition in commercial construction. Collaborate with executive teams to drive growth and enhance market presence across healthcare, e...

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

$100K - $120K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$45K - $175K *

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Oak Brook, ILRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$45K - $175K *

Drive growth by establishing strategic partnerships in wholesale lending, enhancing market presence through relationship building and market analysis to maximize profitability and product flow in resi...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$154K - $278K *

Join a dynamic team to drive growth initiatives for national security, leveraging your expertise in business development and customer engagement. Lead strategic pursuits and cultivate relationships to...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$125K - $150K *

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United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Join a dynamic team to drive strategic sales initiatives, enhance client relationships, and expand market presence. Leverage your expertise to manage partnerships and develop scalable strategies that...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$25K - $316K *

Elevate your career by leading a dynamic team of SMB Account Executives, driving growth through strategic sales cycles and impactful customer engagements across diverse industries. Foster talent and e...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $115K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$110K - $130K *

Join us to drive strategic growth by identifying and securing new client partnerships while expanding opportunities within existing portfolios, focusing on the Grocery channel and collaborating across...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

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.