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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$150K - $180K *

Transform enterprise relationships by driving strategic sales and fostering long-term partnerships in a dynamic AI infrastructure environment, engaging with C-level executives and guiding them through...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive organizational success by leading HR initiatives, fostering team growth, ensuring compliance, and enhancing employee relations. Collaborate with leadership to develop strategies that align with...

Nashville, TNRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$67K - $95K *

Engage with prospects to drive lead generation and sales for an innovative AI product. Collaborate with a dynamic team to implement outreach strategies, manage client relationships, and exceed sales t...

New York, NYRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K - $98K *

Transform client relationships by owning a portfolio of B2B accounts, driving growth through tailored solutions in FX and payments, and leveraging technology for impactful service delivery...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $150K *

Transform complex product concepts into intuitive user experiences across various platforms. Collaborate in a high-ownership role, focusing on enterprise design that meets diverse user needs while ens...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $130K *

Grow and lead complex multidisciplinary projects from initiation to completion. Collaborate with diverse teams and clients to deliver high-quality results while managing budgets, schedules, and relati...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$186K - $234K *

Grow your career by driving sales and building relationships in the neurology and rare disease sectors. Collaborate with healthcare professionals to enhance patient care and achieve sales targets whil...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$160K - $200K *

Lead the charge in capital formation by raising equity from high-net-worth investors, ensuring timely funding for real estate deals. Build and coach a high-performing team while architecting a vibrant...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

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

$125K - $150K *

Accelerate your career by leading market growth strategies, driving revenue, and building high-performing sales teams. Leverage market insights and analytics to identify opportunities and execute acti...

Cleveland, OHRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$115K - $130K *

Transform operational workflows and enhance efficiency by leading analysis and development initiatives. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to design and implement scalable Salesforce solutions, opt...

CanadaRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$117K - $187K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing strategic partnerships and enhancing service excellence. Lead a skilled team to manage vendor relationships, drive process improvements, and ensure top-tier...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$173K - $247K *

Lead cross-functional teams to deliver complex projects on time and within budget. Manage schedules, financials, and stakeholder relationships while addressing risks and ensuring client satisfaction a...

San Francisco, CARemote

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $200K *

Shape the future of risk management by owning the firm’s exposure landscape. Engage directly with the principal to ensure alignment with current views, maintain thesis hygiene, and define essential da...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$160K - $200K *

Transform the future of go-to-market strategy by leading cross-functional teams, driving execution governance, and shaping long-range plans to achieve growth objectives in a dynamic, global environmen...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$90K - $110K *

Take ownership of market share growth by building relationships with Builders and Contractors. Drive sales objectives and provide advanced business intelligence to meet national housing start goals wh...

North Carolina, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $145K *

Drive product strategy and modernization for merchant onboarding solutions, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance risk management capabilities and ensure market-leading standards in a d...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$145K - $175K *

Join our team to drive the technical direction of our Internal Developer Platform, enhancing workflows and tooling for engineering teams. You'll lead multi-quarter strategies, ensuring reliable delive...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$160K - $200K *

Join a team that's driving growth in the dynamic SaaS landscape. Lead strategic sales initiatives, manage top-tier talent, and engage with Fortune 500 clients to deliver impactful solutions that prope...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $185K *

Join a team that's redefining the SaaS landscape by driving strategic growth and closing high-value deals. Engage with senior leaders, develop a robust pipeline, and collaborate cross-functionally to...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$192K - $303K *

Empower innovation as you lead the strategy and development of core platform primitives, driving the future of agentic systems and ensuring product teams can rapidly create and deploy advanced agents...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$225K - $275K *

Elevate enterprise strategy by leading data, analytics, and AI initiatives that drive business outcomes. Oversee data governance, engineering, and intelligent automation to enhance operational efficie...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Champion efficient loan perfection across jurisdictions. Collaborate with Loan Production and Title Companies while managing document reviews and coordinating successful loan closings in a fast-paced...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

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

$150K - $180K *

Champion the sales cycle to drive growth in large enterprise accounts, leveraging local market expertise and CISO relationships. Engage in technical evaluations and secure multi-year agreements while...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $120K *

Transform proposal management by leading high-value RFPs and RFIs. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop compelling responses, ensuring quality and strategic alignment while mentoring jun...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Champion impactful People Projects by managing cross-functional initiatives, fostering collaboration, and driving measurable outcomes. Help shape the future of HR processes and project management in a...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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.