National Security & Global Trade Associate (DC)

3-4 PQE · April 24, 2026 (3 months ago)

DLA Piper

3-4 PQE · April 24, 2026 (3 months ago)

Salary

$260,000 - $310,000

Employment type

Full-time

Practice area

International Trade · Compliance/Regulatory · Export Controls · Sanctions

Location

District of Columbia

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Overview

Seek a 3rd-4th year associate for the National Security and Global Trade practice.
Role is open to all U.S. offices, with a preference for Washington, D.C.
Advise clients on U.S. economic sanctions (OFAC), export controls (EAR/ITAR), and CFIUS/national security reviews, including compliance, licensing, enforcement, and government agency coordination.
Conduct national security and trade diligence in connection with mergers, acquisitions, investments, joint ventures, and financings.
Draft compliance policies, disclosures, and contractual provisions relating to trade and national security risks, and assist with internal investigations and government inquiries.
Collaborate with lawyers across corporate, private equity, finance, government investigations, and regulatory teams on multidisciplinary, cross-border matters.
Require 3-4 years of relevant experience from a law firm or in-house, focusing on international trade, sanctions, export controls, CFIUS, or national security matters, including experience supporting related transactions.
Candidates must hold a JD from an accredited law school with strong academic credentials and be admitted to practice (or eligible) in the relevant jurisdiction.
Preferred experience includes advising on cross-border M&A, private equity, or investment transactions, familiarity with global compliance programs, or prior experience with U.S. government agencies (e.g., Treasury, Commerce, Defense, State, DOJ).
The annual salary range for this position is $260,000 - $310,000, depending on experience and qualifications, complimented by a comprehensive benefits package including medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k).
This is a hybrid work arrangement, requiring a regular in-office presence with some flexibility for remote work.

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Top recruiter for this opening
Susan Belardi
Legal Placement Consultants LLC
Why talk to Susan Belardi?
Sean Robinson joined DLA Piper's District of Columbia office in the Intellectual Property group.
A chain of work colleagues put me in touch with Susan when I wanted to transition to a new position. Susan was extremely transparent about her process and asked for my explicit permission before contacting firms on my behalf, which gave me the chance to research firms and decide whether I felt the fit was right. Susan helped me learn information about firms and helped me practice my interview skills so I went into an interview confident and armed with knowledge that immediately struck a chord with the people who interviewed me. She never gave up on me, even when I got discouraged. I got a great job with DLA Piper thanks to Susan's hard work, and I'm extremely happy!
Sean Robinson
DLA Piper • District of Columbia

Last updated: July 24, 2026

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