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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$170K - $200K *

Lead the charge in driving business development for complex platform systems, ensuring profitable bookings through strategic engagement, opportunity qualification, and proposal execution while fosteri...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$279K - $338K *

Transform clinical development by leading biostatistics initiatives, guiding teams, and ensuring high-quality deliverables. Collaborate across functions to drive strategy, compliance, and innovation i...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$249K - $302K *

Empower the Biostatistics function by leading strategic initiatives, guiding teams, and ensuring high-quality deliverables in clinical development. Collaborate across departments to drive innovation a...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Drive regional growth initiatives by building referral partnerships and executing marketing strategies in the healthcare sector, focusing on long-term care and post-acute networks to enhance organizat...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$95K - $105K *

Unlock your potential as you drive revenue growth and strengthen travel agency partnerships. Lead strategic initiatives, identify new business opportunities, and enhance market presence while fosterin...

Texas, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$120K - $150K *

Engage in strategic partnership development to drive commercial growth. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities, manage relationships, and execute deals that enhance customer...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $180K *

Drive new business growth by acquiring enterprise clients and expanding market presence. Leverage industry expertise to build relationships with senior stakeholders, positioning the company as a trust...

Dallas, TXRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by driving growth in international air and ocean freight logistics. Collaborate with teams to develop strategies, exceed goals, and foster strong client relationships in a dynamic, gl...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$120K - $150K *

Shape the future of healthcare by leading strategic marketing initiatives, managing a dynamic team, and fostering relationships with key stakeholders to drive growth and enhance service delivery in a...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $135K *

Lead the charge in driving sales and customer retention strategies for flagship B2B events, fostering high-performing teams, and maximizing account growth through strategic partnerships and innovative...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$137K - $215K *

Engage with cross-functional teams to lead complex operational initiatives, translating strategic priorities into actionable plans. Drive governance, risk management, and performance monitoring to enh...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$163K - $264K *

Grow strategic client relationships by developing and executing tailored business strategies, ensuring operational excellence, and driving new engagement opportunities within the semiconductor industr...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$160K - $201K *

Advance corporate strategy initiatives by leading cross-functional projects, conducting analyses, and communicating insights to senior management. Collaborate with diverse teams to drive strategic pla...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$265K - $424K *

Champion growth by leading a dynamic sales team, refining strategies, and driving customer acquisition in a fast-paced environment. Collaborate cross-functionally to exceed targets and foster a cultur...

United StatesRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of data center development by leading innovative projects, enhancing value, and ensuring timely execution. Collaborate with diverse teams to navigate complex processes and exceed clie...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Optimize data center development by leading projects from concept to preconstruction. Collaborate with diverse teams to assess feasibility, navigate approvals, and ensure alignment with industry stand...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$130K - $150K *

Transform client relationships by driving strategic growth initiatives, fostering connections, and identifying new opportunities in the experiential design industry. Collaborate with leadership to ali...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$130K - $150K *

Accelerate progress at our studio by building strategic client relationships, identifying new project opportunities, and collaborating with leadership to drive growth and enhance market presence throu...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$214K - $245K *

Drive strategic evaluations and advancements in drug development, collaborating cross-functionally to translate scientific insights into commercial strategies, assess market opportunities, and inform...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$140K - $165K *

Help us drive revenue growth by identifying new business opportunities and leading consultative sales processes in Media Effectiveness solutions, while fostering strong client relationships and naviga...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$140K - $165K *

Unlock new business opportunities by driving sales and client relationships in Media Effectiveness solutions. Lead consultative selling efforts, manage sales pipelines, and deliver impactful presentat...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$140K - $165K *

Shape the future of media effectiveness by driving sales and client relationships. Leverage your expertise in analytics and insights to identify opportunities, lead proposals, and enhance client satis...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$140K - $165K *

Unlock potential by driving sales growth and client relationships in Media Effectiveness. Leverage your expertise in analytics and media solutions to identify opportunities, lead proposals, and enhanc...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$130K - $145K *

Develop and lead a high-performing sales development team to drive enterprise pipeline creation, enhancing collaboration between Marketing, Sales, and Operations, while implementing data-driven strate...

United StatesRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Empower a thriving community by leading daily operations, ensuring compliance, and driving financial success. Foster a culture of engagement while enhancing resident care and building strong relations...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

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.