VP Business Development

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LifeStance Health Values

• Belonging: We cultivate a space where everyone can show up as their authentic self.

• Empathy: We seek out diverse perspectives and listen to learn without judgment.

• Courage: We are all accountable for doing the right thing - even when it's hard - because we know it's worth it.

• One Team: We realize our full potential when we work together towards our shared purpose.

ROLE OVERVIEW
 

The VP, Business Development is responsible for leading the growth of referrals from health systems, referring providers, hospital discharge planners, and other referral sources within the national footprint. We are seeking a dynamic, strategic and execution-focused leader who is experienced with building and leading high-performing teams.  This leader will be accountable for instilling operational rigor, defining scalable processes, and fostering a performance culture that emphasizes accountability, motivation, and professional growth. The position will report directly to the Chief Growth Officer and will work hand-in-hand with cross departmental leadership to drive growth.   
 

RESPONSIBILITIES 
 

Referral Strategy & Execution 

• Develop and lead the national strategy to expand and deepen referral relationships with health systems, primary care providers, discharge planners, and other referral sources. 

• Establish metrics, goals, and playbooks to drive referral growth across all key regions. 

• Collaborate cross-functionally (clinical ops, marketing, payer relations, etc.) to align referral growth with capacity and care delivery goals. 
   

Team Leadership & Development 

• Lead, mentor, and grow  a high-performing national business development team  

• Establish and communicate a clear vision for ‘what great looks like’ and implement mechanisms for coaching, performance management, and career development. 

• Foster a culture of accountability, transparency, and results-driven execution. 
   

Process Maturity & Scalability 

• Evaluate and upgrade business development processes, tools, and systems to enable scale. 

• Implement territory planning, CRM utilization, performance tracking, and lead management workflows. 

• Ensure data-driven decision-making and reporting at all levels of the organization. 
   

Partnership Expansion & Innovation 

• Identify and close high-value strategic partnerships with new health system and enterprise accounts. 

• Serve as an executive sponsor and escalation point for key referral partners. 

• Monitor market trends and competitive dynamics to inform strategy. 

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE 

• Bachelor's degree in business, marketing, or a related