Australian Trade and Investment Commission (Austrade)
Trade Director, Defence and Security (Washington, DC or Chicago, ...
Australian Trade and Investment Commission (Austrade) - Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
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Australian Trade and Investment Commission (Austrade) Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. Classification: Austrade Overseas Performance Level B (AOPL B) Location: Washington - DC, Chicago - IL Classification: Austrade Overseas Performance Level B (AOPL B) Location: Washington - DC, Chicago - IL Salary: $135,000-$150,000 USD
Please double check you have the right level of experience and qualifications by reading the full overview of this opportunity below.
The Role
Based in the Australian Embassy in Washington DC or in Chicago, the Australian Trade and Investment Commission (Austrade) is seeking an experienced, commercially focussed, business development professional to join a high performing team supporting the strategic growth initiatives and imperatives across the Defence & Security sector.
The Trade Director role is directly responsible for tangibly supporting the USA market development ambitions & objectives of a growing portfolio of innovative Australian Defence & Security companies in addition to working collaboratively with our investment teams across the breadth of the US Defence sector to attract foreign direct investment (FDI) from the United States into Australia.
Working closely with key Australian Government stakeholders and Defence partners, you will build and execute on a pipeline of commercial opportunities across various critical capability pillars to deliver nation building capability for the Australian economy.
The successful candidate will possess well-established sector knowledge across the US Defence sector and bring an expansive network of commercial & US Government relationships to support the business development needs of the role. You must have experience in developing new business opportunities resulting in commercial outcomes, and a demonstrated commitment to high performance.
Experience in the understanding of US Defence sector technology, anticipating technology trends and existing relationships with scaleups and established multinational tech companies through to venture capital and ecosystem partners will be highly valued.
Duties include
Working with our onshore sector teams, manage an engaged portfolio of Australian businesses, gain a deep understanding of their operations, objectives and value proposition and provide tangible connectivity to accelerate their US market access to drive sales outcomes. Expand & build deep commercial relationships and networks across the US Defence sector to enable greater engagement for Australian businesses in market Responsible for contributing to team KPIs and meeting individual KPIs, by assisting Australian companies to achieve commercial results in the US. Manage a targeted portfolio of Australian clients from the Defence & Security sector and grow Australia’s exports to the market by providing trade advice to these clients. Leverage your deep US Defence sector network to identify partners and customers for Australian clients; and continuously grow this network to support future connections. Identify opportunities for Australian businesses by leveraging local market expertise and undertaking sector research. Plan and support visits to the market by Australian businesses, helping to design visit programs that deliver trade outcomes and foster new business linkages. Work collaboratively within the Austrade network to contribute to service delivery and achieve desired outcomes, including by maintaining a strong connection with Austrade’s Australia-based staff. Uphold a best practice approach to client servicing and embrace Austrade’s digital approach to client service delivery. Ensure a strong working relationship with other Australian government agencies in the market including the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade and state and territory government agencies. Establish and maintain close working relationships with targeted peak industry bodies, working closely with Austrade’s Australia-based team.
For more detailed information please view the Job Information Pack.
Eligibility
To be eligible for consideration and appointment you must have:
Work Authorisation - to be eligible for employment with Austrade in the USA, candidates must be legally authorised to live and work in the USA at the time of appointment. Language - the successful candidate must be a highly motivated team member, fluent in written and spoken English. Security Clearance - the successful applicant must be willing to complete an Entry Level Screening Pack and be confirmed as a suitable person to access Government resources prior to commencement in the role.
Closing date
Applications close at
11.30pm, Monday 11 August 2025 US Eastern Standard Time.
Only candidates who complete their application in Austrade’s online recruitment system will be considered. Email applications cannot be accepted.
This is a locally-engaged position governed by Austrade’s Overseas Engaged Employees terms and conditions of employment and United States of America labour law. Candidates must currently have the right to live and lega lly work in United States of America. Austrade w ill not be able to provide any sponsorship letter nor be involved in the work visa application process.Seniority level
Seniority levelNot Applicable Employment type
Employment typeFull-time Job function
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Trade Director, Defence and Security (Washington, DC or Chicago, IL)
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Australian Trade and Investment Commission (Austrade) Trade Director, Defence and Security (Washington, DC or Chicago, IL) 2 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join to apply for the
Trade Director, Defence and Security (Washington, DC or Chicago, IL)
role at
Australian Trade and Investment Commission (Austrade) Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. Classification: Austrade Overseas Performance Level B (AOPL B) Location: Washington - DC, Chicago - IL Classification: Austrade Overseas Performance Level B (AOPL B) Location: Washington - DC, Chicago - IL Salary: $135,000-$150,000 USD
Please double check you have the right level of experience and qualifications by reading the full overview of this opportunity below.
The Role
Based in the Australian Embassy in Washington DC or in Chicago, the Australian Trade and Investment Commission (Austrade) is seeking an experienced, commercially focussed, business development professional to join a high performing team supporting the strategic growth initiatives and imperatives across the Defence & Security sector.
The Trade Director role is directly responsible for tangibly supporting the USA market development ambitions & objectives of a growing portfolio of innovative Australian Defence & Security companies in addition to working collaboratively with our investment teams across the breadth of the US Defence sector to attract foreign direct investment (FDI) from the United States into Australia.
Working closely with key Australian Government stakeholders and Defence partners, you will build and execute on a pipeline of commercial opportunities across various critical capability pillars to deliver nation building capability for the Australian economy.
The successful candidate will possess well-established sector knowledge across the US Defence sector and bring an expansive network of commercial & US Government relationships to support the business development needs of the role. You must have experience in developing new business opportunities resulting in commercial outcomes, and a demonstrated commitment to high performance.
Experience in the understanding of US Defence sector technology, anticipating technology trends and existing relationships with scaleups and established multinational tech companies through to venture capital and ecosystem partners will be highly valued.
Duties include
Working with our onshore sector teams, manage an engaged portfolio of Australian businesses, gain a deep understanding of their operations, objectives and value proposition and provide tangible connectivity to accelerate their US market access to drive sales outcomes. Expand & build deep commercial relationships and networks across the US Defence sector to enable greater engagement for Australian businesses in market Responsible for contributing to team KPIs and meeting individual KPIs, by assisting Australian companies to achieve commercial results in the US. Manage a targeted portfolio of Australian clients from the Defence & Security sector and grow Australia’s exports to the market by providing trade advice to these clients. Leverage your deep US Defence sector network to identify partners and customers for Australian clients; and continuously grow this network to support future connections. Identify opportunities for Australian businesses by leveraging local market expertise and undertaking sector research. Plan and support visits to the market by Australian businesses, helping to design visit programs that deliver trade outcomes and foster new business linkages. Work collaboratively within the Austrade network to contribute to service delivery and achieve desired outcomes, including by maintaining a strong connection with Austrade’s Australia-based staff. Uphold a best practice approach to client servicing and embrace Austrade’s digital approach to client service delivery. Ensure a strong working relationship with other Australian government agencies in the market including the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade and state and territory government agencies. Establish and maintain close working relationships with targeted peak industry bodies, working closely with Austrade’s Australia-based team.
For more detailed information please view the Job Information Pack.
Eligibility
To be eligible for consideration and appointment you must have:
Work Authorisation - to be eligible for employment with Austrade in the USA, candidates must be legally authorised to live and work in the USA at the time of appointment. Language - the successful candidate must be a highly motivated team member, fluent in written and spoken English. Security Clearance - the successful applicant must be willing to complete an Entry Level Screening Pack and be confirmed as a suitable person to access Government resources prior to commencement in the role.
Closing date
Applications close at
11.30pm, Monday 11 August 2025 US Eastern Standard Time.
Only candidates who complete their application in Austrade’s online recruitment system will be considered. Email applications cannot be accepted.
This is a locally-engaged position governed by Austrade’s Overseas Engaged Employees terms and conditions of employment and United States of America labour law. Candidates must currently have the right to live and lega lly work in United States of America. Austrade w ill not be able to provide any sponsorship letter nor be involved in the work visa application process.Seniority level
Seniority levelNot Applicable Employment type
Employment typeFull-time Job function
Job functionBusiness Development and Sales IndustriesGovernment Administration, International Trade and Development, and Public Policy Offices Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Australian Trade and Investment Commission (Austrade) by 2x Sign in to set job alerts for “Trade Director” roles.Director of National Accounts – Freight Brokerage Chicago, IL $100,000.00-$100,000.00 6 days ago Associate Director - Head of Global Trade ComplianceDirector, Sea Logistics Business Development, Central US Bensenville, IL $160,000.00-$180,000.00 2 weeks ago Director of Broker Distribution Management (Remote - Chicago or Dallas Preferred) Chicago, IL $145,000.00-$215,000.00 1 week ago Chicago, IL $70,000.00-$110,000.00 3 weeks ago Director, Industry Advisors - Consumer Goods Chicago, IL $208,180.00-$306,250.00 2 weeks ago Chicago, IL $117,250.00-$185,000.00 14 hours ago Director, Trade Client Strategy - Synergie Medication Collective (Fully Remote) Chicago, IL $130,000.00-$180,000.00 1 day ago Chicago, IL $160,000.00-$380,000.00 6 days ago Northfield, IL $152,880.00-$229,320.00 2 weeks ago Chicago, IL $175,000.00-$215,000.00 1 week ago Orland Park, IL $70,000.00-$105,000.00 4 weeks ago Chicago, IL $106,000.00-$152,000.00 3 days ago Director, Strategic Accounts - Single-Family Niles, IL $184,500.00-$332,100.00 1 week ago Bensenville, IL $140,000.00-$160,000.00 2 weeks ago Chicago, IL $194,950.00-$321,650.00 5 days ago Chicago, IL $100,000.00-$130,000.00 2 weeks ago Chicago, IL $130,000.00-$150,000.00 1 month ago Hammond, IN $130,000.00-$180,000.00 1 day ago Niles, IL $184,500.00-$332,100.00 1 week ago Senior Major Accounts Director – Corporate Accounts (USA)Associate Director, Programmatic Partnerships (CHI) Chicago, IL $110,000.00-$130,000.00 1 month ago Chicago, IL $160,000.00-$185,000.00 1 month ago Chicago, IL $120,000.00-$170,000.00 3 days ago Associate Director – Sales & Business Development (Private Equity) Oak Brook, IL $100,500.00-$173,500.00 1 week ago We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.
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