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 *

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...

1 week ago

  •   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...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Drive strategic initiatives and business development in a dynamic consulting environment, leading diverse teams to deliver impactful solutions for clients in infrastructure and community vibrancy, whi...

4 days ago

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

$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...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$155K - $185K *

Lead the charge in transforming hospitality experiences by driving revenue strategies, managing sales teams, and optimizing market performance to ensure a profitable operation and exceptional guest sa...

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

$125K - $150K *

Drive new customer acquisition and market expansion by developing strategic relationships and executing business development plans to enhance growth and profitability in the component services sector...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $160K *

Champion growth by leading business development and hotel acquisitions. Drive strategy, negotiations, and stakeholder relationships while overseeing financial analysis and team leadership to enhance m...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$70K - $110K *

Drive outreach and engagement by booking meetings with home health agencies, using effective communication and research skills to enhance sales workflows and tap into new opportunities, ensuring a ste...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$145K - $160K *

Lead the charge in fostering a compassionate, resident-centered community while overseeing operations, ensuring compliance, and driving strategic initiatives to enhance resident satisfaction and finan...

1 week ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by driving business growth through strategic prospecting, lead management, and complex negotiations. Join a competitive team focused on cultivating long-term relationships and clos...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$95K - $115K *

Lead the HR department to ensure compliance and effective talent acquisition, enhancing resident care through strategic recruitment, training, and employee relations initiatives while fostering a posi...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by leading investment analyses for renewable energy projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to assess project economics, manage complex transactions, and deliver strategi...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$175K - $210K *

Champion strategic partnerships by managing key foundry accounts, driving revenue growth through renewals and upsells. Leverage technical expertise and business acumen to navigate complex engagements...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Shape the future of business development by building key relationships, leading strategic pursuits, and enhancing processes to drive revenue growth. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$160K - $180K *

Join a dynamic team to lead transformative technology initiatives, driving the evolution of scalable platforms that enhance customer communication. Leverage your expertise to deliver innovative soluti...

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3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $215K *

Drive operational excellence by leading cross-functional teams to enhance media planning and execution. Leverage strategic insights and project management skills to optimize resources and exceed clien...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$90K - $215K *

Develop and implement strategic operations processes to enhance client deliverables, ensuring efficiency across creative, financial, and data operations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to dri...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$85K - $100K *

Engage with us to drive business growth by expanding market presence, building client relationships, and leading strategic initiatives across diverse sectors. Your expertise will shape our service off...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$150K - $200K *

Join a team that's driving growth in U.S. pharma and biotech sectors. You'll leverage your expertise in clinical development to manage sales cycles, build relationships, and expand our territory while...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $200K *

Lead the charge in driving growth for our innovative clinical solutions across the U.S. Collaborate with senior leaders, manage high-value relationships, and make a significant impact in the biotech a...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $180K *

Optimize financial operations at a leading infrastructure firm, collaborating with stakeholders to enhance reporting, manage fund operations, and drive efficiencies through technology. Lead a dynamic...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$100K - $160K *

Lead the charge in driving business growth within our forensics practice, focusing on strategic planning and client relationships across the Northeast. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance revenu...

3 weeks ago

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

$100K - $160K *

Accelerate growth in our forensics practice by driving strategic client relationships and business development initiatives across the Northeast region, collaborating with diverse teams to achieve ambi...

3 weeks ago

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

$100K - $160K *

Accelerate your career by driving business development in our forensics practice. Collaborate with leaders across the Northeast to enhance client relationships and achieve strategic revenue goals whil...

3 weeks ago

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

$100K - $160K *

Champion our forensics practice as a Business Development Manager, driving strategic growth and client engagement across the Northeast. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance revenue and shape the...

3 weeks ago

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

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.