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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$110K - $130K *

Transform fundraising strategies by engaging diverse stakeholders to secure major gifts and enhance philanthropic support for natural sciences initiatives, driving impactful collaborations and achievi...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$135K - $160K *

Contribute to our Commercial Data team by driving strategic partnerships and sales initiatives. Engage with executives to identify revenue opportunities and foster insightful collaborations, while uti...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$168K - $230K *

Accelerate business growth by managing key agency relationships, driving sales strategies, and enhancing market presence. Collaborate with internal teams to implement innovative solutions and achieve...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$125K - $150K *

Lead the charge in managing the mortgage division, overseeing operations, staff development, and strategic planning to ensure exceptional customer service and maximize profitability...

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

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading financial planning and analysis for investment opportunities. Collaborate with stakeholders to evaluate projects, perform financial modeling, and support strategic initiati...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's driving growth in fabrication solutions by managing strategic accounts, developing new business, and leading technical-commercial initiatives to meet revenue targets and expand mark...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$84K - $150K *

Lead the charge in major gift fundraising for a dynamic academic institution. Manage a diverse portfolio of high-value prospects while mentoring a dedicated team to achieve ambitious fundraising goals...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$193K - $344K *

Elevate your career by shaping M&A and venture capital strategies. Lead complex transactions, build executive relationships, and drive integration planning while collaborating with cross-functional te...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$112K - $147K *

Lead the business development team to drive growth by identifying new markets, optimizing strategies, and fostering collaboration across functions. Ensure disciplined execution and transition of quali...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$187K - $320K *

Transform your career by leading legal support for M&A and strategic alliances. Collaborate with executives to manage transaction risks and drive sustainable growth in the orthopedics sector, making a...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$187K - $320K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of legal strategy, leading M&A support and advising executives on risk management and deal structuring. Drive innovation and growth in a dynamic environment, colla...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$187K - $320K *

Champion legal support for M&A, venture investments, and strategic alliances, advising executives on risk management and transaction best practices to drive innovation and growth in the orthopedics se...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Drive growth by developing unique outbound prospecting strategies and building meaningful partnerships. Collaborate with sales and marketing to generate leads and exceed targets, playing a key role in...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$200K - $250K *

Join a team that's redefining healthcare analytics by leading strategic partnerships, developing measurement strategies, and driving innovative solutions across HCP and DTC campaigns to enhance commer...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Media

$160K - $190K *

Elevate operational excellence by leading business execution and governance initiatives. Drive strategic alignment across teams to enhance resilience, compliance, and performance in a complex financia...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$160K - $185K *

Lead transformative government revenue strategies to enhance public sector funding, driving mission-aligned initiatives that empower millions toward economic advancement through innovative partnership...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$125K - $150K *

Champion growth by defining and executing the go-to-market strategy for our asset intelligence platform across North America, targeting energy, industrials, and engineering consultancies while buildin...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$76K - $102K *

Drive new business opportunities by sourcing, negotiating, and onboarding strategic partnerships to enhance revenue growth. Collaborate across departments to optimize performance and implement innovat...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$76K - $102K *

Explore new business opportunities and drive revenue growth by sourcing, negotiating, and managing strategic partnerships. Collaborate across departments to optimize performance and enhance brand deve...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$135K - $160K *

Lead the charge in developing integrated business strategies to enhance revenue growth across multiple business units. Collaborate with teams to optimize sales processes and drive effective partnershi...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$125K - $150K *

Champion the launch of an innovative AI-native legal service in the US market, engaging key financial institutions. Drive pipeline development, manage complex sales cycles, and collaborate closely wit...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$130K - $150K *

Lead the charge in shaping corporate narratives and executive communications, driving visibility and credibility for clients. This role demands strategic insight, media relations expertise, and a pass...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$80K - $95K *

Drive occupancy growth and revenue in a vibrant retirement community. Collaborate with leadership to implement effective marketing strategies, achieve sales goals, and ensure a seamless transition for...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing hospice care through strategic business development. Lead a dynamic team, foster community relationships, and drive growth across multiple regions while ensur...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $140K *

Transform the landscape of hospice care by leading business development initiatives, managing a dedicated team, and driving community engagement to enhance service delivery and patient outcomes in a d...

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  •   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.