Senior Director, Corporate Business Development

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Why join Scripps Health?

Scripps Health is transforming care in San Diego by blending advanced technology - such as cutting-edge imaging, diagnostics, telemedicine, and minimally invasive procedures - with a deep commitment to patient-centered, whole-person care. The organization pairs innovation with personalized treatment and preventive care to improve outcomes while honoring each patient's values.

Scripps also invests heavily in its people through leadership development, specialty training, tuition support, and peer-driven programs like employee huddles and the RISE support initiative. A strong focus on inclusion and community health equity is advanced through dedicated councils and outreach to underserved populations.

Employees benefit from competitive pay, generous time off, retirement contributions, comprehensive health coverage, and a wide range of support services - including flexible schedules, childcare resources, mental health programs, and continuing education opportunities.

Award Winning Organization:

• Nearly a quarter of our employees have been with Scripps Health for over 10 years.
• Scripps is a Great Place to Work Certified company for 2025.
• Scripps Health has been consistently ranked as a top employer for women, millennials, diversity, and as an overall workplace by various national publications.
• Beckers Healthcare ranked Scripps Health on its 2026 list of 150 top places to work in health care.
• We have transitional and professional development programs to create a learning environment that enables you to thrive in your specific field as well as in your overall career.
• Our specialties have been nationally recognized for quality in areas such as cardiovascular care, oncology, orthopedics, geriatrics, obstetrics and gynecology, and gastroenterology.

As Senior Director, Corporate Business Development, you will provide strategic leadership and oversight for key functions within Scripps Health's growth initiatives. This role is responsible for leading strategic planning efforts, guiding corporate development activities and ensuring alignment with organizational objectives. You will serve as a trusted advisor to senior leadership, offering expert insight to support decision-making across complex business opportunities.

You will analyze budgets and proforma analyses, define and support drive process improvement, and establish policies and standards that support operational excellence. This role also includes leadership of multidisciplinary teams - managing staffing, performance, and development - while fostering a high-performing, collaborative environment.

Required Experience & Skills:

• Deep knowledge of healthcare services, operations, and evolving business models
• Demonstrated experience in mergers and acquisitions, including valuation, deal structuring, and negotiation
• Strong strategic and analytical mindset, with the ability to synthesize complex information into clear, actionable insights for executives
• Exceptional quantitative, financial, and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and presentation abilities, with a talent for influencing senior stakeholders
• Proven ability to identify issues quickly and recommend effective solutions
• Self-starter who can streamline executive decision-making and manage multiple priorities efficiently
• Strong leadership capabilities, including developing and mentoring team members
• Collaborative approach with the ability to build relationships internally and externally
• Solid understanding of regulatory environments and the ability to translate requirements into viable business solutions

Required Education/Certification:

• Master's degree in Business or a related field; MBA, MPH or MHA preferred

Preferred Experience:

• Experience within a tax-exempt healthcare delivery organization or consulting for healthcare delivery clients