Business Development Jobs in Illinois

Business Development jobs in Illinois are open across Chicago, Oak Brook, and Schaumburg and other Illinois metros, with employers like State Farm, Alvarez & Marsal, and Huron Consulting hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles2,980+
Top employerState Farm
Top cityChicago, IL
Cities hiring181
Work type67% On-site
Top industryConsulting

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Ryan Companies US, Inc.
Director of Business Development
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Ryan Companies US, Inc.
New 7h ago
Director of Business Development
Ryan Companies US, Inc.
Chicago, Illinois
Partnerships & Business Development
Customer Success
Project & Program Management
Business Development
$145k - $180k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
1,001-5,000

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Ivy Rehab Network
Business Development Manager
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Ivy Rehab Network
Added 3d ago
Business Development Manager
Ivy Rehab Network
Chicago, Illinois
Partnerships & Business Development
Sales
Customer Success
Business Development
$80k - $90k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's
5,001-10,000

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Arch Capital Group Ltd.
VP, Business Development
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Arch Capital Group Ltd.
Added 3d ago
VP, Business Development
Arch Capital Group Ltd.
Chicago, Illinois
Partnerships & Business Development
Sales
Account Management
Customer Success
Business Development
$157k - $212k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's

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West Monroe
Business Development Executive
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West Monroe
Added 4d ago
Business Development Executive
West Monroe
Chicago, Illinois
Partnerships & Business Development
Sales
Account Management
Business Development
$191k - $225k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
1,001-5,000

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CEVA Logistics
Strategic Business Development Expert
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CEVA Logistics
Added 5d ago
Strategic Business Development Expert
CEVA Logistics
Chicago, Illinois
Partnerships & Business Development
Procurement & Supply Chain
Customer Service & Support
Business Development
Procurement & Purchasing
Logistics & Fleet Management
$100k - $120k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Business Development Jobs by City in Illinois

Where Illinois roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Chicago
1,983 jobs
Oak Brook
55 jobs
Schaumburg
51 jobs
Springfield
51 jobs
Mettawa
47 jobs
Lisle
39 jobs
Deerfield
37 jobs
North Chicago
37 jobs
Rolling Meadows
31 jobs

Business Development Job Market in Illinois

A snapshot from current Illinois openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • State Farm
    State Farm66
  • Alvarez & Marsal
    Alvarez & Marsal62
  • Huron Consulting
    Huron Consulting58
  • AbbVie
    AbbVie57
  • Grant Thornton
    Grant Thornton47

Top Industries Hiring

  • Consulting & Professional Services533
  • Technology & Software528
  • Insurance283
  • Banking & Financial Services226
  • Accounting & Auditing190

What Illinois Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in business development jobs across Illinois.

  • Bachelor's degree in business, marketing, or a related field
  • Proven experience managing a sales pipeline or CRM platform
  • Demonstrated ability to prospect, qualify, and close new business
  • Experience with Salesforce, HubSpot, or comparable CRM tools
  • Strong written and verbal communication for executive-level outreach
  • Familiarity with partnership structures, contract negotiation, or channel sales

Business Development Jobs in Illinois: Frequently Asked Questions

How many business development jobs are there in Illinois?

There are 2,980+ business development openings in Illinois on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Chicago, Oak Brook, and Schaumburg. New positions post regularly as employers across Illinois hire.

How much do business developments make in Illinois?

Business developments in Illinois earn a median of about $99,710 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $74,570 for the lowest 10% to over $162,590 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which Illinois cities have the most business development jobs?

Chicago, Oak Brook, and Schaumburg have the most business development openings in Illinois right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.

Which companies hire business developments in Illinois?

Employers hiring business developments in Illinois include State Farm, Alvarez & Marsal, and Huron Consulting, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.

Are there remote business development jobs in Illinois?

Yes. About 33% of business development openings tied to Illinois are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Illinois metros.

How do I apply for business development jobs in Illinois?

You can apply to business development jobs in Illinois directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred Illinois location, then apply to each one that fits.

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