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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$135K - $185K *

Innovate by leading global commercial initiatives, bridging sales and operations. Drive strategy into standardized processes, ensuring adoption and measurable impact across a 1500+ sales organization...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$200K - $290K *

Empower strategic growth by leading integrated planning for complex accounts. Develop innovative brand strategies leveraging insights while mentoring high-performing teams and fostering collaboration...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$160K - $180K *

Accelerate business development efforts by managing proposals, leading a team, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Drive pricing strategies and customer negotiations while maintaining key perfor...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$89K - $134K *

Engage with a high-performing sales team to drive revenue growth through strategic client interactions, coaching, and continuous improvement in a fast-paced technology environment, fostering strong re...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$101K - $140K *

Engage with C-level executives to drive new business opportunities, managing the full sales cycle for Large Enterprises. Build trust-based relationships and deliver client value while achieving sales...

Florida, USRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$105K - $130K *

Advance client relationships and lead innovative healthcare initiatives while managing teams in a fast-paced environment. Collaborate across functions to ensure operational excellence and empower team...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$105K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to lead multiple client engagements, driving innovative solutions and strategic direction. Foster cross-functional collaboration in a fast-paced environment with a focus on deliver...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$105K - $130K *

Partner with us to lead client engagements, drive strategic solutions, and enhance healthcare outcomes through innovative teamwork and market insights. Become a trusted advisor and empower teams to ex...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$105K - $130K *

Accelerate your career by leading client engagements and developing innovative strategies in healthcare communications. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and be the trusted partner that drives e...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$105K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading client engagements and driving innovative solutions in healthcare communications. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, ensuring exceptional client satisfaction while fo...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$105K - $130K *

Drive client success as a senior leader managing multiple strategic engagements, fostering cross-functional collaboration, and empowering teams. Utilize your healthcare expertise to deliver innovative...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Drive occupancy and revenue growth by leading sales efforts, cultivating relationships, and executing strategic outreach. Collaborate with leadership to implement innovative strategies and ensure a po...

5 days ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Drive revenue growth by leading sales processes, cultivating relationships, and executing strategic outreach. Collaborate with teams to enhance occupancy and ensure a positive experience for prospecti...

4 weeks ago

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

$150K - $180K *

Drive the strategic growth of Value-Added Solutions by leading cross-functional teams, fostering partnerships, and enhancing customer value through innovative solutions and market engagement...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$210K - $272K *

Lead the transformation of operational efficiency by overseeing analytics, performance metrics, and cross-functional collaboration to drive strategic business solutions and enhance healthcare technolo...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$125K - $130K *

Grow your career with a transformative operations leadership role focused on scaling packaging and kitting operations while enhancing quality and delivery. Lead a dedicated team to drive meaningful ch...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$125K - $130K *

Lead our operations team to scale packaging and kitting from $5M to $10M, enhancing quality and delivery. Drive continuous improvement and optimize our ERP system while fostering meaningful work exper...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$125K - $130K *

Reimagine operations by leading our packaging and kitting teams to double revenue while enhancing quality and delivery. Drive continuous improvement and develop talent to create meaningful work experi...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$125K - $130K *

Transform operations by scaling packaging from $5M to $10M while enhancing quality and delivery. Lead a dedicated team, optimize ERP systems, and create meaningful work experiences for individuals wit...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead client account management, ensuring operational excellence and financial success. Drive growth through strategic initiatives while fostering strong relationships and de...

Today

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

$110K - $130K *

Drive exceptional service delivery by leading client account operations, ensuring financial and operational goals are met. Collaborate with stakeholders to foster growth and maintain high standards in...

Today

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

$140K - $210K *

Empower a dynamic team to deliver exceptional workplace experiences for a leading AI client. Oversee operations, manage client relationships, and ensure top-tier service standards while fostering a cu...

3 weeks ago

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

$129K - $175K *

Lead the charge in shaping Amazon's industrial real estate strategy across North America. Drive end-to-end project management, from site sourcing to construction, ensuring operational resilience and s...

1 week ago

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

$170K - $200K *

Lead the charge in developing strategic partnerships with key behavioral health organizations across the Western U.S., driving growth and adoption of innovative pharmacy services while building truste...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in developing a comprehensive learning strategy that enhances organizational growth, fosters a culture of continuous improvement, and equips teams with essential skills to excel in a d...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

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    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.