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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$221K - $370K *

Lead complex transactions and strategic initiatives to drive growth and profitability. Collaborate with executives and teams to identify opportunities, manage integrations, and foster relationships th...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$300K - $350K *

Champion strategic growth by driving revenue and expanding client relationships in pharmaceutical services. Lead a high-performing team to execute business development strategies across HEOR, medical...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$300K - $350K *

Join a team that's driving strategic growth in pharmaceutical services. Leverage your expertise to build client relationships, lead a high-performing team, and execute innovative business development...

Today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $110K *

Join a team that's focused on expanding our hospital partnerships by identifying and closing new contracts. Leverage your sales expertise and healthcare knowledge to drive business growth and ensure s...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $110K *

Unlock new opportunities by driving hospital contract growth through strategic relationship building and consultative selling. Collaborate with account managers to ensure seamless transitions and succ...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Accelerate progress at our firm by driving business development strategies, building market presence, and fostering relationships with key stakeholders to achieve revenue goals and enhance local offic...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$126K - $215K *

Transform international defense strategies by leading the growth of directed energy systems across Europe, MENA, and the Indo-Pacific. Build partnerships, shape requirements, and drive innovative solu...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$126K - $215K *

Shape the future of international defense by leading directed energy business development across Europe, MENA, and the Indo-Pacific. Collaborate with stakeholders to translate defense priorities into...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$225K - $245K *

Engage with us to drive growth in our Solutions Business Unit, focusing on strategic opportunities and partnerships within the U.S. Department of Defense and international markets. Leverage your exper...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$193K - $284K *

Join a dynamic team to drive global business development in digital entertainment. Build strategic partnerships, negotiate complex agreements, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance au...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$125K - $150K *

Empower growth by leading a dynamic sales development team to innovate BDR strategies, drive revenue, and enhance market presence in the B2B tech landscape. Collaborate with leadership to optimize per...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $200K *

Drive strategic revenue growth by engaging C-suite stakeholders and closing multimillion-dollar partnerships within large pharmaceutical organizations. Leverage your expertise to navigate complex sale...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Drive new business growth by leveraging logistics expertise and industry insights. Collaborate with teams to create competitive proposals and expand market presence in Canada, focusing on value-added...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$140K *

Elevate your sales career by driving new business opportunities, building strategic relationships, and collaborating with experts to deliver impactful solutions in a dynamic team environment focused o...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$125K - $150K *

Drive growth in the biotech and diagnostics sector by building client relationships, managing sales processes, and delivering tailored solutions to meet client needs while collaborating with cross-fun...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $160K *

Join a team that's driving enterprise growth by building transformative partnerships with top brands. Leverage your sales expertise to engage C-suite executives and create tailored solutions that unlo...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$130K - $160K *

Lead the charge in driving enterprise growth by forging strategic partnerships with top-tier brands. Utilize your expertise to navigate complex sales cycles and deliver tailored solutions that align w...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$130K - $160K *

Drive enterprise growth by building strategic partnerships with top brands, leading complex sales cycles, and delivering tailored solutions that align with client objectives. Collaborate cross-functio...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$150K - $175K *

Lead and develop a high-performing sales team in the Aerospace & Defense sector, driving revenue growth through strategic account management and compliance solutions while fostering collaboration acro...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$170K - $200K *

Champion the M&A sales process by managing relationships with investment bankers, overseeing deal progression, and ensuring seamless collaboration across teams to drive successful acquisitions and enh...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $350K *

Join a team that's redefining asset-backed finance by leveraging your expertise in private credit and capital markets. Build strategic partnerships, drive new business, and contribute to innovative so...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$135K - $160K *

Transform business development strategies across diverse Finance practices, driving high-value opportunities and enhancing client relationships. Collaborate with senior staff to implement impactful ma...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$145K - $200K *

Unlock potential by driving client acquisition and strategic partnerships, enhancing assets under management through relationship-building with high-net-worth individuals and institutional investors...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$115K - $140K *

Elevate business growth by managing strategic prospecting and pitch efforts. Collaborate with senior leaders to identify opportunities, build relationships, and drive proactive outreach strategies tha...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$95K - $100K *

Accelerate progress at our community by driving sales and marketing initiatives. Collaborate with local influencers to generate referrals and enhance brand visibility, while managing a comprehensive b...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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.