A leading global law firm is seeking a Business Development Manager – Trade & Sanctions for its Washington, DC office. This hands-on, proactive role sits within a global BD team and works directly with the firm’s Trade and Sanctions lawyers, while also supporting U.S. Antitrust lawyers within the Antitrust & Trade product group — a team known for advising major companies and financial institutions on sanctions, export controls, CFIUS, national security, and customs matters.

The role supports implementation of BD and marketing strategy across several areas: tracking plans and ROI, shaping and promoting BD product offerings, identifying revenue opportunities, supporting pitches and capability statements, raising the profile of lawyers and practice groups through events and thought leadership, and contributing to firmwide client and sector programs.

Candidates should have prior business development experience in professional services (law firm experience preferred), strong commercial awareness of legal market trends, and the ability to build advisory relationships with partners. Strong project management, organizational, and communication skills are essential, along with a relevant degree. The role offers a hybrid work arrangement, with a salary range of $160,000–$180,000.