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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$95K - $115K *

Advance business development initiatives by cultivating relationships in the healthcare sector, managing proposal processes, and enhancing community engagement to drive growth and align with company v...

4 weeks ago

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

$125K - $150K *

Shape the future of trade finance by driving business development in the US banking sector. Leverage your extensive network to build relationships, identify opportunities, and influence growth for a l...

United StatesRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$225K - $305K *

Champion regional marketing execution and pipeline growth across North America. Drive impactful programs that align with sales and product strategies, ensuring effective messaging and measurable reven...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$72K - $90K *

Transform business opportunities by driving outbound sales strategies and generating leads. Collaborate with teams to analyze market trends, conduct research, and enhance client engagement, ensuring e...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $110K *

Support the consolidation and financial reporting processes, collaborating with global teams to enhance efficiency and compliance while managing complex accounting issues and delivering insights to se...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

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

$200K - $220K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of hospitality in Asia Pacific. Leverage your expertise in deal sourcing and negotiation to drive growth, engage with senior leadership, and enhance brand presenc...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$170K - $200K *

Champion the sales strategy for a leading senior living organization, guiding multiple teams to achieve revenue goals. Drive performance through coaching, strategic planning, and cross-functional coll...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$100K - $120K *

Transform healthcare access by building provider partnerships and driving referral growth. Collaborate with healthcare professionals to enhance IVX Health services and expand market presence while mai...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Unlock growth by strategically managing provider relationships and expanding referral networks. Drive patient access to services through effective outreach, collaboration, and market presence while en...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$115K - $135K *

Help us expand our commercial lending portfolio by building client relationships and delivering tailored financing solutions. You'll play a key role in driving business growth while ensuring an except...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$135K - $145K *

Empower growth by developing and executing strategic business initiatives, identifying new opportunities, and leading a dynamic team to engage with government and commercial markets in the aerospace a...

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $96K *

Lead business growth by identifying opportunities, building client relationships, and implementing sales strategies. Engage in market research and maintain strong connections with clients to drive rev...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$148K - $175K *

Join a dynamic team as a Senior Project Manager, overseeing complex data center projects. Drive client engagement, ensure seamless collaboration, and deliver exceptional results while upholding high s...

4 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in defense technology by securing long-term partnerships with key industry players. Leverage your expertise in business development to enhance pipeline growth and...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$185K - $272K *

Lead the charge in developing strategic client relationships and innovative reinsurance solutions, maximizing profit potential while collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet evolving industry...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$103K - $142K *

Unlock potential by driving strategic growth in luxury audio markets through innovative business development, executive account management, and data-driven strategies. Collaborate with key stakeholder...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$100K - $120K *

Unlock potential by managing a portfolio of leadership prospects, cultivating relationships, and securing significant commitments for critical fundraising initiatives. Collaborate with teams to enhanc...

2 weeks ago

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

$70K - $150K *

Elevate customer experiences by developing strategic partnerships and sales strategies. Collaborate with brokers and builders to enhance market share and drive business growth through effective relati...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

Drive strategic sales initiatives and foster key relationships in the luxury lighting market. Lead business development efforts across major U.S. markets, enhancing dealer engagement and expertise whi...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$160K - $190K *

Lead business development initiatives by building client relationships, executing strategies, and managing contracts to expand airport opportunities and drive growth. Collaborate with teams to deliver...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by driving strategic account growth and retention through multi-threaded relationships, upselling, and proactive engagement. Collaborate with security teams to enhance adoption and de...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Grow your career with a pivotal role driving business development in North America’s Life Sciences sector. Leverage your expertise to identify opportunities, build strategic partnerships, and lead ini...

United StatesRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$101K - $126K *

Join us to oversee fundraising initiatives, engaging with patients and families to cultivate relationships and secure major gifts. Manage a portfolio of prospects, collaborating with clinical leadersh...

3 weeks ago

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

$135K - $160K *

Shape the future of global HR by executing transformative people strategies, enhancing leadership effectiveness, and driving organizational objectives while fostering talent engagement and retention a...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$230K - $260K *

Join a team that's driving retail innovation by identifying and closing new opportunities with Fortune 500 retailers. Leverage your expertise in retail technology to shape strategies and build executi...

United StatesRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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.

  • How can I stand out when applying for a Senior Director of Business Development role?question toggle

    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.