Director of Business Development

Ladders; United States; Remote; USD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and bonuses

Comprehensive health coverage

Retirement plans

Generous paid time off

Additional perks and benefits

Job summary

Ladders is seeking a Director of Business Development to join our client in the Energy & Utilities sector. This remote, US-based role drives growth initiatives within the operations function and builds strategic relationships to advance opportunities while upholding safety and ethical standards.

The position collaborates across stakeholders to identify opportunities, support execution, and strengthen commercial outcomes in a sustainability-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in business development in energy/utilities is preferred.
• Strong communication and collaboration across teams is essential.
• Proven ability to identify and pursue opportunities in a regulated industry.
• Commitment to safety, ethics and sustainability.
• Ability to work remotely and manage stakeholders across functions.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with internal teams to achieve project goals.
• Engage with stakeholders and clients to drive opportunities.
• Proactively identify issues and drive solutions.
• Support safety and ethical standards across operations.
• Advance sustainability initiatives within the organization.

Skills

Relationship building

Communication skills

Strategic thinking

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Relevant education and experience

Job description

For our client, we are seeking a Director of Business Development to join the team of a leader in the Energy & Utilities space. This role will drive growth initiatives within the operations function, with a focus on building strategic relationships and advancing business opportunities in a highly regulated and sustainability-focused industry. The position will partner across stakeholders to identify opportunities, support execution, and help strengthen commercial outcomes while maintaining a strong emphasis on safety and ethical standards. Success in this role will require a balance of external relationship management, internal collaboration, and disciplined follow-through.

Location: Remote - US based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available

Compensation: $125,000 – $150,000 annually

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with internal team members to achieve project and business goals
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders and clients
• Identify and resolve issues proactively
• Ensure adherence to safety and ethical standards
• Contribute to sustainability initiatives within the organization

Qualifications

• Relevant education and experience in the field
• Strong communication skills for effective collaboration
• Proven teamwork capabilities in diverse environments
• Excellent problem-solving skills to address challenges
• Commitment to safety, ethics, and sustainability practices

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance bonuses
• Comprehensive health coverage
• Retirement plans to secure your future
• Generous paid time off policy
• Additional perks and benefits as part of the package

Our client is an equal opportunity employer.