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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$120K - $145K *

Transform healthcare by leading innovative growth strategies in a senior role. Inspire a dynamic team, drive patient-centered initiatives, and enhance referral programs to achieve exceptional outcomes...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $115K *

Engage with diverse stakeholders to oversee post-construction warranty claims, ensuring effective communication and resolution of issues. Drive process improvements and maintain strong client relation...

4 weeks ago

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

$90K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing post-construction experiences by managing complex warranty claims. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to drive effective communication, resolve issues, and...

4 weeks ago

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

$90K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing post-construction experiences by managing complex warranty claims. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to drive effective communication, resolve issues, and...

4 weeks ago

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

$90K - $115K *

Shape the future of post-construction warranty management by leading complex projects, enhancing client relationships, and driving operational excellence through effective communication and issue reso...

4 weeks ago

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

$90K - $115K *

Unlock potential by leading post-construction warranty management, ensuring seamless client experiences. Collaborate with diverse teams to resolve complex issues, drive process improvements, and maint...

4 weeks ago

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

$90K - $115K *

Champion seamless post-construction experiences by managing complex warranty claims, collaborating with diverse teams, and driving effective communication to enhance operational outcomes throughout th...

4 weeks ago

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

$130K - $150K *

Partner with us to drive impactful client relationships by managing the full sales cycle, identifying strategic HR needs, and delivering tailored learning solutions that align with organizational goal...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$130K - $150K *

Empower client success by identifying HR needs and delivering tailored learning solutions. Manage the entire sales cycle, from prospecting to account growth, while fostering strong relationships and d...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$105K - $115K *

Transform the future of building management by leading cross-regional teams to enhance EBMS delivery. Engage with stakeholders, manage multiple workstreams, and ensure timely project execution while d...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

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

$150K - $180K *

Take ownership of building a high-performing Salesforce engineering organization. Lead multiple teams, enhance engineering practices, and drive AI-enabled development while collaborating with Product...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's transforming engineering excellence by leading Salesforce development and quality practices. Drive accountability, enhance delivery systems, and foster a high-performing culture acr...

London, ONRemote

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $150K *

Lead the charge in building a high-performing Salesforce engineering organization, enhancing development practices, quality assurance, and technical governance across multiple teams while fostering co...

London, ONIn-Person

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Empower your career by leading innovative growth strategies in healthcare. Drive referral programs, enhance patient care, and develop a high-performing team in a senior leadership role focused on exce...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$88K - $105K *

Accelerate progress at national accounts by identifying opportunities, building strategic relationships, and driving revenue growth through consultative selling and tailored solutions in the foodservi...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$176K - $206K *

Unlock the potential of Technical Operations by enhancing business practices, driving data insights, and implementing digital solutions. Collaborate across teams to streamline processes and support st...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $145K *

Accelerate growth by leading a dynamic team in business development. Collaborate with cross-functional leaders to identify opportunities, enhance market presence, and build a sustainable pipeline for...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Drive organizational excellence by leading the Business Hub, aligning priorities, and fostering collaboration across teams to enhance operational efficiency and strategic execution in a dynamic enviro...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Unlock potential by driving sales support for advisors and enhancing their practice growth through tailored solutions, relationship building, and campaign promotion, while leveraging advanced resource...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Engage your expertise to lead client relationships and drive strategic initiatives in healthcare advertising. Oversee project execution, ensure compliance, and collaborate with teams to elevate client...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Transform business opportunities by developing strategic partnerships and driving growth initiatives. Collaborate with internal teams to enhance performance and adapt strategies based on market trends...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $180K *

Transform client relationships and drive growth in the Healthcare Division by identifying opportunities, developing strategies, and fostering industry connections to enhance market presence and compet...

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

$80K - $95K *

Unlock your potential by driving business growth through new account acquisition and existing customer engagement. Showcase your sales skills while maintaining long-term relationships and exceeding re...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$300K - $350K *

Drive impactful real estate investments by sourcing, underwriting, and executing complex transactions. Lead deal teams and collaborate with stakeholders to enhance liquidity solutions across diverse p...

3 weeks ago

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

$120K - $140K *

Unlock growth opportunities in healthcare by driving adoption of innovative diagnostic solutions. Collaborate with key stakeholders to enhance patient care and expand market presence while achieving r...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 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.

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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.