Vice President of Business Development Jobs

Explore Vice President of Business Development opportunities on Ladders, where professionals can find vetted jobs paying $100,000 or more. These senior leaders shape growth strategy, build high-value relationships, and identify new markets and revenue opportunities. Browse executive roles across industries and find positions aligned with your experience and career goals.

What Does a Vice President of Business Development Do?

A VP of Business Development develops and leads strategies that expand an organization’s reach and revenue. Responsibilities may include identifying target markets, evaluating partnerships and acquisitions, managing strategic accounts, negotiating agreements, and collaborating with sales, marketing, product, finance, and executive teams. The role often includes setting growth targets, tracking performance, and presenting opportunities and results to senior leadership.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek extensive experience in business development, sales, partnerships, or corporate strategy, along with a record of delivering measurable growth. Useful strengths include executive communication, negotiation, market analysis, financial and commercial acumen, relationship management, and team leadership. Requirements vary by employer and sector; some roles prefer an advanced degree or specialized industry expertise.

Industries and Career Opportunities

Vice Presidents of Business Development work across technology, healthcare, financial services, manufacturing, professional services, and other sectors. Depending on the organization, the position may focus on enterprise sales, channel partnerships, strategic alliances, market entry, or mergers and acquisitions. Search current listings to compare responsibilities, industries, and compensation details.

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$120K - $125K *

Transform enterprise learning by spearheading B2B sales of a unique technical training program. Drive success through strategic pipeline development, complex deal closures, and impactful client engage...

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

$125K - $150K *

Transform the future of business development by leading strategic initiatives, optimizing operations, and driving growth in a dynamic environment. Collaborate with teams to enhance processes and ensur...

North Bay, ONRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by driving sales in the Construction sector. As a key player, you'll manage relationships, develop strategies, and close deals with top clients, ensuring profitable growth and mark...

Dallas, TXRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$40K - $200K *

Join a dynamic team to drive business growth through consultative sales, building lasting client relationships, and delivering innovative payment solutions. This role offers uncapped earnings and oppo...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

Optimize runtime authorization strategies across diverse segments, driving technical wins and enabling Sales Engineers. Leverage deep IAM and PAM expertise to deliver impactful solutions, ensuring com...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Take ownership of an AI-driven product, shaping strategy, roadmap, and execution for enterprise content insights. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance adoption and value in regulated sec...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Shape the future of project management by leading software implementations, enhancing efficiency, and collaborating with diverse teams. Drive success through strategic planning and effective communica...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$208K - $235K *

Engage in strategic leadership of cybersecurity operations, enhancing organization-wide security across cloud-native and hybrid infrastructures. Drive incident response, digital forensics, and risk-re...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$180K - $220K *

Lead the charge in developing innovative physician engagement products, overseeing technology initiatives, and managing cross-functional teams to deliver impactful solutions that enhance healthcare pr...

Fort Washington, PARemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Unlock growth by developing customer relationships and driving sales in metal fabrication. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver value-added solutions, enhance market presence, and suppor...

South Carolina, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$200K - $250K *

Transform the defense technology landscape as a co-founder and CEO, driving strategy, capital formation, and business development for an innovative training platform. Lead a dynamic team to secure con...

Arlington, VARemote

1 week ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Drive comprehensive legal support across diverse business functions, managing contracts, insurance, and litigation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and facilitate growth i...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Elevate strategic insights and performance reporting for pharmaceutical media. Collaborate across teams, leveraging data analytics and AI solutions to enhance growth and client outcomes in a fast-pace...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$179K - $248K *

Lead the charge in operationalizing strategy and driving cross-division initiatives. Collaborate with senior stakeholders to enhance efficiency and client satisfaction in a fast-paced corporate travel...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $200K *

Oversee the execution of multiple utility-scale solar and BESS projects, ensuring on-time, on-budget delivery while managing contractor performance and maintaining safety and quality standards across...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$121K - $170K *

Lead the execution of Workplace Office Space Fit-Out projects, ensuring design integration and adherence to standards. Collaborate with clients and teams to manage construction activities, budgets, an...

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3 weeks ago

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

$175K - $210K *

Lead the global SIOP process, ensuring synchronization across Sales, Marketing, and Supply Chain functions to optimize inventory and enhance operational efficiency for $1.2B in annual sales. Drive str...

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Reposted today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $150K *

Lead the charge in defining and executing product strategies for Benefits, collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive innovation and deliver customer value through data-driven insights and aut...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $135K *

Advance your career by leading product strategy for workforce solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive innovation, ensuring products meet market needs and deliver value to diverse s...

Iowa City, IARemote

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

$100K - $120K *

Bring your expertise to drive significant philanthropic growth, lead a team of Philanthropy Officers, and manage high-value donor relationships while ensuring alignment with our mission. Champion a do...

Florida, USRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$97K - $200K *

Advance your career by leading public sector consulting projects, mentoring staff, and driving financial solutions for local governments. Join a dynamic team dedicated to community success and profess...

Mishawaka, INRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$120K - $145K *

Champion the development and execution of scalable Product and Pricing systems, overseeing integrations across platforms while driving business outcomes and ensuring compliance with enterprise standar...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$200K - $255K *

Lead the charge in shaping a cutting-edge data platform that enhances data architecture, governance, and operational effectiveness, driving cross-product adoption and ensuring alignment with business...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in managing workplace design and construction projects, ensuring operational readiness and accountability across multiple sites while optimizing budgets and vendor performance for succ...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$105K - $110K *

Accelerate growth by leading complex sales strategies for education solutions. Engage with senior leaders to align priorities, drive partnerships, and deliver measurable outcomes while mentoring peers...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

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

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Vice President of Business Development do?question toggle

    A VP of Business Development leads initiatives to grow revenue and expand a company’s market presence. The role may involve strategic partnerships, new market development, major client relationships, deal negotiations, and coordination with senior leaders and cross-functional teams.

  • What qualifications are commonly required for VP of Business Development jobs?question toggle

    Requirements differ by employer, but postings often seek senior experience in business development, sales, partnerships, or strategy, plus a demonstrated record of growth and strong leadership, negotiation, communication, and analytical skills.

  • What industries hire Vice Presidents of Business Development?question toggle

    Employers hire for these roles across many sectors, including technology, healthcare, financial services, manufacturing, and professional services. Responsibilities depend on the company’s products, markets, and growth strategy.

  • How much do Vice President of Business Development jobs pay?question toggle

    Compensation varies based on industry, company size, location, and experience. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more; check each listing for its specific salary information and compensation details.