Trade Consultant

The Trade Consultant provides analytical and economic support for clients on international trade matters, especially antidumping and countervailing duty (AD/CVD) cases before the U.S. Department of Commerce (DOC). This role requires strong skills in data analysis, economic modeling, and trade remedies, working closely with clients to minimize duty exposure and ensure compliance. Responsibilities include preparing antidumping documentation, analyzing large datasets with statistical software, guiding clients through DOC processes, and collaborating with attorneys on complex trade issues across industries.

Minimum requirements include three years' experience in international trade analysis with a focus on AD/CVD proceedings, proficiency in SAS and Excel, and a strong understanding of DOC and U.S. Customs and Border Protection procedures. The role also requires direct client experience, strong analytical and communication skills, and the ability to work with legal teams to resolve complex trade issues. Our Trade Consultant position adheres to the firm’s billable hour model, with a base requirement of 1,400 hours annually. Faegre Drinker’s Unique Consulting Professional Model offers considerable room for advancement, including elevation to Principal.

The anticipated initial annual salary range for someone who is hired into this position in the Washington, DC office is $145, -$250,000. Compensation for this position in other offices will vary; the anticipated compensation range for other locations is available here.

Actual initial salary will be based on the relevant skills, training, experience, and other job-related factors, including the location of where the position is filled and consistent with applicable law. The initial salary range listed above is just one component of Faegre Drinker's total compensation and benefits package for attorneys, which includes, but is not limited to, productivity and discretionary bonuses; life, health, accident and disability insurance; and a 401(k) plan.

Faegre Drinker is committed to fostering flexibility while maintaining a collaborative and client-focused environment. Our in-office work policy asks all attorneys, consulting professionals and paraprofessionals to work from a Faegre Drinker office three days per week, striking a balance between in-person collaboration, relationship-building, and exceptional client service, while also supporting individual flexibility and work-life balance.

Please contact Jennifer Cordie, Associate Recruiting Manager, with any questions at jennifer.cordie@faegredrinker.com.

Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, national origin, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic made unlawful by applicable federal, state or local laws. Equal employment opportunity will be extended to all persons in all aspects of employment, including retirement, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, compensation, benefits, discipline and termination.

We are committed to providing equitable access to employment for all and welcome qualified applicants with disabilities who meet the qualifications of the job, with or without reasonable accommodations. If you need an accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an email to recruiting@faegredrinker.com to let us know the nature of your request.