Senior Level Development Executive Jobs
Senior level development executive jobs place seasoned professionals in charge of organizational growth strategy, revenue pipelines, and the teams and partnerships that drive results. Roles are concentrated across Technology & Software, Education, and Healthcare & Medical Services, with a mix of on-site, remote, and hybrid settings, and employers like JPMorganChase, FedEx, and Byrne hiring at this level now.
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INTRODUCTION
Own the global strategy, governance, and execution of FedEx’s Join & Grow experience for the executive employee population (Director and above), ensuring a seamless, personal, and high-impact journey. Drive alignment across Talent Acquisition, Learning & Development, and HR Business Partners to enable workforce readiness, accelerate productivity, and improve retention outcomes at scale.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Define and lead the enterprise Executive Join & Grow strategy, integrating executive recruiting, onboarding, development, and succession into a future-focused approach
- Develop an understanding of key factors impacting talent needs (e.g., market factors, competitors, industry benchmarks, business strategy) to forecast short-term and long-term supply and demand, and incorporate findings into sourcing and recruiting strategy
- Design and deliver enterprise leadership development strategies for executives (Director and above), including onboarding, transitions, and ongoing development experiences
- Work with People & Org Strategy to support succession planning and pipeline development for critical executive roles, ensuring robust, ready-now and future-ready leadership benches
- Support People & Org Strategy in performance tracking and reporting mechanisms across the executive employee lifecycle
- Provide trusted advisory to leaders on executive talent decisions, including hiring, promotions, development, and transitions
- Act as the senior escalation point for Executive Join & Grow challenges, mitigating risks and ensuring resolution across global teams
- Perform other duties as assigned
MINIMUM EDUCATION:
Bachelor’s degree/equivalent in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Development, Psychology, or related field
MINIMUM EXPERIENCE:
- 10 years’ experience in HR, Talent Acquisition, Employee Experience, Onboarding, HR COEs, or related HR functional areas
- Proven experience leading executive-level talent functions (e.g., executive recruiting, succession planning, leadership development)
- Demonstrated experience designing and scaling enterprise-wide employee experience strategies for senior leaders
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
- Expertise in executive assessment methodologies, external benchmarking, and leadership evaluation
- Proven ability to build credibility and trust with senior leaders, providing confident, informed, and influential guidance on high-stakes talent decisions
- Experience designing integrated executive talent systems, including succession pipelines and leadership development frameworks that ensure a strong, future-ready leadership bench
- Demonstrated alignment and mobilization of senior stakeholders across HR, Talent Acquisition, L&D, and the business to deliver a cohesive executive experience
- Has managed executive programs as evolving products, continuously refining based on feedback, outcomes, and changing business needs
- Experience designing and delivering impactful leadership development experiences that accelerate executive capability, readiness, and long-term performance
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Pay Transparency:
Pay:
Additional Details: This position will be hybrid in Plano, TX, Memphis, TN or Pittsburgh, PA and candidates must live within a 50-mile radius. Employees will be required to work at a FedEx office location up to several times per week.
For details on our comprehensive benefits, click here.
Federal Express Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer including, Vets/Disability.
Reasonable accommodations are available for qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the application process. Applicants who require reasonable accommodations in the application or hiring process should contact recruitmentsupport@fedex.com.
Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws:
- Know Your Rights
- Pay Transparency
- Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
- Employee Polygraph Protection Act
E-Verify Program Participant: Federal Express Corporation participates in the Department of Homeland Security U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services’ E-Verify program (For U.S. applicants and employees only). Please click below to learn more about the E-Verify program:
- E-Verify Notice (bilingual)
- Right to Work Notice (English) / (Spanish)
INTRODUCTION
Own the global strategy, governance, and execution of FedEx’s Join & Grow experience for the executive employee population (Director and above), ensuring a seamless, personal, and high-impact journey. Drive alignment across Talent Acquisition, Learning & Development, and HR Business Partners to enable workforce readiness, accelerate productivity, and improve retention outcomes at scale.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Define and lead the enterprise Executive Join & Grow strategy, integrating executive recruiting, onboarding, development, and succession into a future-focused approach
- Develop an understanding of key factors impacting talent needs (e.g., market factors, competitors, industry benchmarks, business strategy) to forecast short-term and long-term supply and demand, and incorporate findings into sourcing and recruiting strategy
- Design and deliver enterprise leadership development strategies for executives (Director and above), including onboarding, transitions, and ongoing development experiences
- Work with People & Org Strategy to support succession planning and pipeline development for critical executive roles, ensuring robust, ready-now and future-ready leadership benches
- Support People & Org Strategy in performance tracking and reporting mechanisms across the executive employee lifecycle
- Provide trusted advisory to leaders on executive talent decisions, including hiring, promotions, development, and transitions
- Act as the senior escalation point for Executive Join & Grow challenges, mitigating risks and ensuring resolution across global teams
- Perform other duties as assigned
MINIMUM EDUCATION:
Bachelor’s degree/equivalent in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Development, Psychology, or related field
MINIMUM EXPERIENCE:
- 10 years’ experience in HR, Talent Acquisition, Employee Experience, Onboarding, HR COEs, or related HR functional areas
- Proven experience leading executive-level talent functions (e.g., executive recruiting, succession planning, leadership development)
- Demonstrated experience designing and scaling enterprise-wide employee experience strategies for senior leaders
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
- Expertise in executive assessment methodologies, external benchmarking, and leadership evaluation
- Proven ability to build credibility and trust with senior leaders, providing confident, informed, and influential guidance on high-stakes talent decisions
- Experience designing integrated executive talent systems, including succession pipelines and leadership development frameworks that ensure a strong, future-ready leadership bench
- Demonstrated alignment and mobilization of senior stakeholders across HR, Talent Acquisition, L&D, and the business to deliver a cohesive executive experience
- Has managed executive programs as evolving products, continuously refining based on feedback, outcomes, and changing business needs
- Experience designing and delivering impactful leadership development experiences that accelerate executive capability, readiness, and long-term performance
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Pay Transparency:
Pay:
Additional Details: This position will be hybrid in Plano, TX, Memphis, TN or Pittsburgh, PA and candidates must live within a 50-mile radius. Employees will be required to work at a FedEx office location up to several times per week.
For details on our comprehensive benefits, click here.
Federal Express Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer including, Vets/Disability.
Reasonable accommodations are available for qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the application process. Applicants who require reasonable accommodations in the application or hiring process should contact recruitmentsupport@fedex.com.
Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws:
- Know Your Rights
- Pay Transparency
- Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
- Employee Polygraph Protection Act
E-Verify Program Participant: Federal Express Corporation participates in the Department of Homeland Security U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services’ E-Verify program (For U.S. applicants and employees only). Please click below to learn more about the E-Verify program:
- E-Verify Notice (bilingual)
- Right to Work Notice (English) / (Spanish)
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Senior Level Development Executive Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a senior level development executive job?
Candidates who land senior level development executive roles typically bring a demonstrated record of leading high-value partnerships, closing complex deals, and building or scaling business development functions. Employers at this level look for strategic thinkers who can set direction, not just execute it. Tailoring your application to show ownership of outcomes, cross-functional leadership, and measurable revenue impact gives you the strongest edge.
Which companies hire senior level development executives?
Companies hiring senior level development executives right now include JPMorganChase, FedEx, and Byrne, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Hiring at this level tends to come from organizations undergoing growth, expansion into new markets, or strategic restructuring that requires experienced leadership to build and manage key external relationships.
Are there remote senior level development executive jobs?
Yes, though availability varies by industry and employer preference. About 27% of senior level development executive openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting how many organizations now operate distributed leadership teams. Roles that require frequent client engagement or in-person relationship building are more likely to be on-site or hybrid than fully remote.
What makes a development executive role senior level?
Senior level development executive roles are defined by strategic ownership rather than execution alone. Professionals at this stage are expected to shape business development strategy, manage senior stakeholder relationships, mentor junior team members, and take accountability for organizational growth targets. The scope is broader, the deals are more complex, and the expectation is that you lead initiatives rather than contribute to them.
Which industries hire the most senior level development executives?
Senior Level development executive roles concentrate in Technology & Software, Education, and Healthcare & Medical Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors tend to drive demand at the senior level because growth through partnerships, enterprise sales, and strategic alliances is central to how they scale, making experienced development leadership a consistent organizational priority.