Senior Director Business Development

This role supports the strategic direction and annual goals of the National Business Development team by leading the creation and advancement of the Ascension Business Development Plan. Working in close partnership with the Vice President of Business Development, you will act as a primary consultant to national and market teams to drive key growth channels and network development.

Strategic Leadership: Lead stakeholder engagement across national and market cross-functional teams to execute the Ascension Business Development Plan.

Consultative Growth: Provide expertise in hospital and ecosystem business development key growth channels and network development.

New Channel Development: Support the creation of new growth channels and facilitate the development of strategic partnerships and relationships at scale.

Analytic Intelligence: Drive business intelligence through the creation of analytic insights, comprehensive business cases, and executive-level strategic presentations.

Leadership: Proven experience in leading and managing high-performing teams.

What minimum qualifications you'll need

Education

High School diploma equivalency with 5 years of applicable cumulative job specific experiencerequired, with 2 of those years being in leadership/management OR Associate's degree/Bachelor'sdegree with 3 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required, with 2 of those yearsbeing in leadership/management.

What additional requirements you'll need

5 or more years of experience within hospitals and health systems, specifically in Strategy and/or Business Development Proficiency in analytical systems and insights-driven technology, including AI knowledge and relevant use cases Strong financial acumen, including working knowledge of channel analysis, KPIs and tracking performance and ROI Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection.

We empower our 97,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

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Benefits

Paid time off (PTO)Various health insurance options & wellness plansRetirement benefits including employer match plansLong-term & short-term disabilityEmployee assistance programs (EAP)Parental leave & adoption assistanceTuition reimbursementWays to give back to your community Benefit options and eligibility vary by position.

Compensation

varies based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, performance, location and salary range at the time of the offer.