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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$150K - $180K *

Champion corporate growth by leading M&A strategy, executing high-impact transactions, and collaborating with executive leadership to drive long-term success. Engage with stakeholders and manage all p...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$140K - $175K *

Unlock potential by leading a global team to drive strategic growth, enhance customer relationships, and identify market opportunities. Collaborate across functions to develop innovative solutions tha...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in driving revenue growth and market expansion by cultivating new customer relationships and enhancing existing partnerships within the electrical and utility construction sectors...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $150K *

Lead strategic outbound prospecting efforts to generate new business opportunities. Build relationships with facility managers and property owners while leveraging sales tools to drive growth in your...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Lead the daily operations of a community, ensuring high-quality services, compliance with regulations, and effective team management while driving financial performance and resident satisfaction...

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

$110K - $130K *

Drive the daily operations of a community, ensuring high-quality services, compliance with regulations, and effective team management while achieving financial goals and fostering a positive environme...

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

$101K - $122K *

Lead a dynamic team to drive referral growth, achieve sales goals, and optimize community partnerships. Foster collaboration and accountability while enhancing operational performance in a fast-paced...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$176K - $332K *

Join a team that's driving growth in Space Engineering Solutions. Lead strategic initiatives, build customer relationships, and leverage market insights to position the organization for success in spa...

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  •   15+ years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$121K - $145K *

Drive strategic growth by building and scaling partnerships that enhance customer acquisition and engagement. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to turn innovative ideas into impactful commercial...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$110K - $130K *

Elevate public-sector technology solutions by managing and expanding SLED accounts in Southern CA. Drive customer relationships, collaborate with teams, and achieve sales goals while enhancing governm...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Grow your career with a dynamic role focused on expanding SLED business in Southern CA. Collaborate with public-sector organizations to deliver technology solutions, build relationships, and drive sal...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by driving growth in the Southern CA SLED market. Leverage your technology sales expertise to build relationships, develop solutions, and help public-sector organizations thrive th...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Help us shape a thriving community as you drive operational excellence, oversee team dynamics, and ensure a smooth pre-opening process while upholding high standards of care and resident satisfaction...

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

$255K - $290K *

Elevate clinical development by driving innovative RNAi programs, providing medical and scientific leadership, and ensuring strategic alignment with corporate objectives while fostering cross-function...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Build and nurture relationships with key referral partners to drive business growth. Engage with insurance professionals and community partners, leading presentations and outreach initiatives that enh...

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

$87K - $96K *

Drive impactful outreach by engaging decision-makers in industrial companies. Utilize multi-channel strategies to qualify prospects and book meetings for Account Executives, ensuring a robust pipeline...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $230K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of social media and influencer marketing, driving innovative strategies and campaigns that enhance brand visibility and engagement across diverse platforms...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$60K - $150K *

Empower growth by driving sales through existing customer accounts, pursuing opportunities, and achieving quotas while utilizing sales tools to enhance product presentation and strategy development fo...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$60K - $150K *

Join a team that's driving product growth by engaging with existing customers, prospecting new opportunities, and presenting tailored solutions to meet sales targets while leveraging strong relationsh...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$70K - $150K *

Unlock potential by driving product growth through strategic sales efforts. Engage with existing customers, leverage relationships, and meet sales targets while utilizing effective tools and strategie...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in diverse markets by developing strategic customer relationships and identifying new business opportunities across North America. Your expertise will support hig...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$165K - $225K *

Accelerate growth by shaping enterprise strategies and building a proprietary pipeline of M&A opportunities. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to validate and execute strategic initiatives that...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$95K - $115K *

Shape your career by partnering with leadership to align HR strategies with business goals. Drive employee engagement and operational excellence while managing complex HR functions and fostering a pos...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$155K - $210K *

Elevate your career by leading a team focused on strategic account growth and customer experience in the biopharma sector. Drive enterprise strategies, foster partnerships, and influence key stakehold...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$155K - $210K *

Lead a dynamic team to drive strategic growth and profitability across a portfolio of key accounts, fostering strong partnerships and aligning cross-divisional strategies to enhance customer experienc...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

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.