International Trade, Investment Controls, and National Security Associate - D.C.

Direct Counsel; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 260,000 - 365,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid Work Flexibility

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

401(k) with Firm Contributions

Life & Disability Insurance

Generous PTO & Paid Holidays

Parental Leave

CLE & Professional Development Support

Job summary

Direct Counsel is seeking a Midlevel Associate to join its International Trade, Investment Controls & National Security practice in Washington, DC. You will advise on sanctions, export controls, and regulatory matters with global implications, and you will manage client relationships with hands-on responsibility.

The ideal candidate has 3-5 years of relevant experience, a J.D. and active bar admission, and strong writing, analytical, and project management skills.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of legal experience in international trade and regulatory matters.
• Experience with export controls, import regulations, economic sanctions, and foreign ownership/control issues.
• Familiarity with national security and trade compliance frameworks.
• Strong writing, analytical, and project management skills.
• Ability to manage complex regulatory matters and client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on international trade, sanctions, national security, and investment control matters.
• Work on sophisticated regulatory and compliance issues with global implications.
• Significant client contact and hands-on responsibility.
• Strong mentorship and long‑term growth opportunities.

Skills

Regulatory experience

Strong writing & analytics

Client relationship management

Project management

Education

J.D. degree

Job description

Job Description

International Trade, Investment Controls & National Security Associate

Location: Washington, DC

Direct Counsel represents a prestigious AmLaw firm seeking a Midlevel Associate to join its International Trade, Investment Controls & National Security practice.

Compensation

$260,000 - $365,000 DOE

Key Qualifications

• 3-5 years of legal experience in international trade and regulatory matters
• Experience with export controls, import regulations, economic sanctions, and foreign ownership/control issues
• Familiarity with national security and trade compliance frameworks
• Strong writing, analytical, and project management skills
• Ability to manage complex regulatory matters and client relationships
• J.D. and active bar admission required

Practice Highlights

• Advise clients on international trade, sanctions, national security, and investment control matters
• Work on sophisticated regulatory and compliance issues with global implications
• Significant client contact and hands-on responsibility
• Strong mentorship and long‑term growth opportunities

Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with Firm Contributions
• Life & Disability Insurance
• Generous PTO & Paid Holidays
• Parental Leave
• CLE & Professional Development Support
• Hybrid Work Flexibility