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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$145K - $160K *

Shape exceptional client experiences by leading onboarding and operations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to manage complex projects, ensuring timely delivery and exceeding client expectation...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$81K - $102K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring compliance and risk management across partner offices. You'll oversee adherence to policies, foster relationships, and support training initiatives while manag...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $150K *

Lead the Finance department, driving strategy and financial planning while overseeing all financial activities. Utilize modern technologies to enhance processes and reporting, guiding the organization...

Montreal, QCRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K *

Join a dynamic team to manage client accounts, ensuring exceptional service and support. Collaborate on renewal strategies, maintain data integrity, and drive initiatives that enhance client relations...

Illinois, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$126K - $150K *

Champion growth strategies for net-new business, driving critical sales across cyber threat intelligence. Influence Fortune 1000 leaders in high-stakes environments while navigating complex sales cycl...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Engage with customers to build relationships and drive sales success. Develop strategic sales plans, forecast accurately, and collaborate with teams to exceed goals while managing accounts effectively...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Accelerate progress at a national scale by leading distribution and retail strategies, expanding partnerships, and building a dynamic sales team to drive growth across various channels...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$110K - $130K *

Engage in strategic business development within the Commercial & Industrial Data Center market. Identify opportunities, build relationships, and deliver innovative energy solutions while collaborating...

North Carolina, USRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$193K - $256K *

Transform client success by leading a large team to enhance service delivery, drive strategic initiatives, and leverage technology for improved client outcomes across diverse segments in a dynamic env...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$136K - $171K *

Drive strategic sales operations initiatives to enhance efficiency, optimize processes, and support predictable growth, enabling a global sales organization to thrive in a dynamic, data-driven environ...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $110K *

Advance your career by leveraging your MicroPact Versa expertise in a remote role focused on configuring regulatory COTS solutions for commercial and government sectors. Collaborate with teams in an a...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$197K - $230K *

Engage with strategic accounts to drive retention and growth, overseeing commercial results and client relationships. Lead cross-functional teams to deliver integrated solutions, ensuring client satis...

New Jersey, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Media

$131K - $244K *

Transform the sales landscape in your region by driving market growth, building relationships, and implementing strategic brand initiatives. Leverage your expertise to exceed targets while collaborati...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $195K *

Transform enterprise sales by engaging CIOs and CTOs, leading complex sales cycles, and connecting technology strategies to measurable business outcomes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to dri...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$125K - $150K *

Drive growth by leveraging your expertise in SaaS sales, managing key accounts, and guiding customers from initial engagement to successful adoption and expansion. Collaborate with teams to enhance pr...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Drive operational excellence by leading multi-team managers in executing compliant money movement flows. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance customer experiences while ensuring risk mitigation a...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$325K - $375K *

Drive revenue growth by leading a high-performing sales team in the Mid-Enterprise segment. Shape strategies for customer acquisition and market penetration while fostering relationships and collabora...

Philadelphia, PARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$107K - $150K *

Shape the future of our enterprise data platform by leading product strategy, defining capabilities, and ensuring alignment across business and technology teams to deliver scalable, secure, and truste...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $170K *

Pioneer a high-performing sales team focused on public safety solutions. Drive strategic partnerships, enhance sales processes, and coach executives to excel in complex government sales, ensuring impa...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $240K *

Join a team that's redefining engineering leadership across diverse portfolios. You'll drive operational excellence, foster high-performing teams, and enhance technical consistency while ensuring sust...

Charlotte, NCRemote

1 week ago

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

$185K - $210K *

Lead and optimize global technology services across Adobe and Salesforce ecosystems. Drive strategic direction, client delivery, and team growth in a fast-paced environment. Champion technical excelle...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$140K - $170K *

Shape the success of enterprise health systems by leading full implementations. Collaborate cross-functionally to manage project lifecycles, mitigate risks, and ensure smooth transitions to customer s...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$82K - $182K *

Join a team that's driving strategic growth and innovation within the health care sector. In this senior role, you'll lead initiatives, evaluate market opportunities, and streamline processes to enhan...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$104K - $156K *

Shape the future of client engagement by leading strategic implementations, fostering collaboration, and driving operational excellence in the healthcare payor industry. Your expertise will ensure suc...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$75K - $103K *

Unlock potential by leading strategic partnerships and driving revenue growth through effective management of Fortinet business development resources and collaboration with sales teams...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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.