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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$80K - $95K *

Accelerate progress at strategic accounts by cultivating relationships, driving sales, and collaborating cross-functionally to deliver exceptional customer experiences. Leverage your expertise to iden...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Grow your career with strategic account management, fostering relationships with national clients while collaborating cross-functionally to deliver exceptional service and drive sales growth. Travel r...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$115K - $130K *

Lead the charge in overseeing a diverse portfolio of real estate projects across the Americas. Act as a trusted advisor, driving efficiency and consistency while mentoring project managers to deliver...

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

$115K - $130K *

Join a team that's redefining program management across the Americas. In this pivotal role, you'll oversee a diverse portfolio of real estate projects, driving efficiency and collaboration while mento...

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

$115K - $130K *

Join a team that's redefining real estate project management across the Americas. In this pivotal role, you'll oversee a diverse portfolio, drive efficiency, and mentor project managers while leveragi...

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

$115K - $130K *

Manage program-level oversight for a diverse real estate portfolio across the Americas, acting as a trusted advisor and ensuring efficient project delivery through technology-driven solutions and stro...

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

$120K - $145K *

Drive the evolution of sales operations by enhancing pipeline visibility, improving forecasting accuracy, and implementing AI-driven solutions to create a more efficient sales environment. Lead the ch...

2 weeks ago

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

$145K - $165K *

Drive growth by owning the full sales cycle in a regional territory, leveraging relationships to identify new business opportunities and negotiate deals. Collaborate cross-functionally to align strate...

1 week ago

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

$304K *

Transform your career by leading strategic growth initiatives in healthcare. Drive business development, enhance service lines, and collaborate with executives to optimize market opportunities and ele...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$125K - $150K *

Transform client relationships by driving growth and success in healthcare technology. Leverage your expertise to close complex deals, implement innovative solutions, and collaborate across teams to e...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in enhancing community operations and resident engagement. Drive financial performance and compliance while fostering a collaborative culture. Partner with teams to create a preferred...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Empower a thriving community by leading operations, enhancing resident engagement, and driving financial performance. Collaborate with teams to create a preferred senior living experience while ensuri...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team leading operations for a premier senior living community, enhancing resident satisfaction and driving operational excellence across multiple departments. Be pivotal in strategic pl...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Champion community operations by leading a team to enhance resident experiences, drive financial performance, and ensure compliance. Foster a collaborative culture while executing strategic business p...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Lead a dynamic team to enhance community operations, drive resident engagement, and ensure financial success while fostering a culture of inclusivity and high-quality care in a senior living environme...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Empower a thriving senior living community by leading operations, enhancing resident engagement, and driving financial performance. Collaborate with teams to create an inclusive culture while ensuring...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Drive operational excellence in a senior living community, enhancing resident satisfaction and financial performance while leading a dedicated team. Foster a collaborative culture and implement strate...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Elevate community operations by leading daily activities, enhancing resident engagement, and driving financial performance. Foster a collaborative culture while ensuring compliance and delivering exce...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Partner with us to lead operations for a vibrant senior living community, enhancing resident experiences and driving financial performance while fostering a collaborative team culture and ensuring reg...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Lead our sales team to drive revenue growth and develop new business opportunities. Innovate strategies to enhance market penetration and strengthen competitive positioning while mentoring team member...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$100K - $150K *

Join a team that's driving growth by winning new business and enhancing customer relationships. Collaborate with internal teams to deliver tailored packaging solutions while executing effective sales...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$160K - $190K *

Transform regulatory strategies by leading cross-functional teams to ensure timely submissions and compliance for our innovative gene therapy pipeline, driving excellence in pediatric neurodegenerativ...

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2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$175K - $210K *

Shape regulatory strategies and drive execution for gene therapy projects, ensuring timely submissions and compliance. Collaborate across teams to manage complex regulatory activities and support inno...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$125K - $150K *

Transform your career by driving revenue growth and shaping the future of a dynamic sales organization in the BioPharma and biotechnology sectors. Leverage your expertise to develop relationships, clo...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$179K - $304K *

Join a team that's driving enterprise strategy and initiatives, translating long-term goals into actionable plans. Collaborate with senior leadership to enhance strategic planning and execution across...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 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.

  • Where can I find Senior Director, Business Development jobs?question toggle

    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.