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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$125K - $150K *

Champion commercialization strategies to elevate pharmaceutical brand success. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and clients, translating market insights into impactful growth solutions, launchi...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in strategic fundraising efforts to enhance community engagement and support for artistic programming, education initiatives, and student success, while managing a diverse portfolio of...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$200K *

Champion new business growth by driving strategic sales initiatives, expanding market share, and fostering relationships within the parking management and mobility sectors. Leverage expertise to close...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$180K - $235K *

Accelerate your career by leading major gift initiatives across multiple healthcare foundations. Manage a high-performing fundraising team, set strategic goals, and ensure impactful donor engagement w...

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

$100K - $120K *

Champion growth by evaluating customer needs and driving revenue through strategic account development. Collaborate with teams to enhance service offerings and deliver exceptional customer experiences...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$85K - $100K *

Drive the successful implementation of a Title III grant project, overseeing operations, managing resources, and collaborating across departments to enhance student retention and institutional effecti...

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

$150K - $200K *

Join a team that's driving growth in strategic federal opportunities. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop winning strategies and enhance customer engagement in federal markets, ensuring...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $200K *

Champion strategic growth by managing federal opportunities, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance customer engagement and drive winning proposals. Leverage insights to shape competitiv...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $105K *

Lead the charge in enhancing senior living experiences through strategic operational leadership, ensuring compliance, financial performance, and a vibrant community culture while fostering collaborati...

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

$110K - $130K *

Accelerate business growth by identifying new opportunities and understanding client needs. Develop lasting relationships and strategies to drive revenue, ensuring alignment with business plans for lo...

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

$100K - $120K *

Advance your career by leading fundraising initiatives that strengthen donor relationships and enhance philanthropic support. Collaborate with senior leadership to drive strategic goals and foster a c...

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

$130K - $150K *

Drive impactful account-based marketing strategies to engage top institutional real estate firms. Collaborate with leadership to create executive events and optimize marketing efforts, ensuring measur...

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

$100K - $130K *

Elevate your career by leading Development Operations to enhance fundraising efficiency, data integrity, and strategic growth. Collaborate across teams to implement systems and processes that drive im...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K - $100K *

Lead the charge in driving sales and marketing initiatives to enhance community occupancy and resident satisfaction through strategic engagement and relationship building...

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

$159K - $180K *

Drive enterprise growth by expanding customer relationships and executing account strategies. Collaborate with internal teams to enhance Supermicro's server and infrastructure solutions, focusing on p...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$159K - $180K *

Drive enterprise growth by expanding customer relationships and executing strategic account plans. Collaborate with internal teams to enhance Supermicro's market presence in server and infrastructure...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Empower our sales organization by optimizing operations in the Data Center sector. Drive forecasting accuracy, enhance pipeline management, and deliver actionable insights to ensure predictable revenu...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $196K *

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

$120K - $150K *

Join us to lead and enhance investor services by managing teams, driving performance, and ensuring client satisfaction while navigating regulatory requirements and operational excellence...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$140K - $185K *

Lead and manage global corporate travel relationships, driving revenue growth through strategic account planning, team development, and complex negotiations. Collaborate across functions to ensure hig...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$217K - $271K *

Lead the backbone of Commercial Operations, ensuring seamless integration of people, processes, and technology to support product launches and operational excellence across multiple functions in a dyn...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K *

Unlock potential by driving enterprise account strategies and engaging technical leaders. Collaborate with AEs to create meaningful outreach and build a pipeline that converts, focusing on quality int...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$146K - $171K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of renewable energy by leading land acquisition for large-scale solar projects. Leverage your expertise in real estate negotiations and project management to driv...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $120K *

Grow your career with a strategic role focused on business development and marketing in Southeast Texas. Lead initiatives, coordinate teams, and enhance client engagement while driving regional growth...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Champion client engagement by building relationships, generating leads, and providing tailored staffing solutions, while driving business growth and market presence across various industries for strat...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

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.

  • 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.