Business Development Manager

Salary: $79,509.11 - $139,140.94 Annually
Location : Leesburg, VA
Job Type: FT Salary W BN
Job Number: 26-00654
Department: Economic Development
Opening Date: 07/06/2026
Closing Date: 7/20/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
FLSA: Exempt
Grade: 128


Loudoun County Government has been named one of Forbes' 2025 Best Large Employers! We're proud to be recognized nationally for our commitment to employee satisfaction and excellence in public service. At Loudoun County, we bring together talented professionals from all backgrounds to make a meaningful impact in a dynamic, growing community - that's The Loudoun Difference.
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Job Summary


Few economic development organizations offer the opportunity to work on projects that influence global industries, shape regional growth, and deliver measurable results for residents and businesses alike. Loudoun County is consistently recognized as one of the nation's leading economic development organizations. Home to the world's largest concentration of data centers and a diverse base of technology, aerospace, defense, life sciences, manufacturing, and energy companies, Loudoun sits at the center of some of the most important business decisions being made today. As a Business Development Manager, you will work directly with senior executives, site selectors, investors, and industry leaders to help companies establish, expand, and thrive in Loudoun County. Your work will contribute to projects that create jobs, generate investment, strengthen communities, and support one of the most dynamic economies in the United States. This is more than a sales role. It is an opportunity to join a high-performing team that has helped attract more than $65 billion in commercial investment and tens of thousands of jobs while transforming Loudoun into one of the nation's premier technology and business destinations. If you are energized by building relationships, pursuing ambitious goals, and working alongside professionals who are passionate about winning, this is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact while accelerating your own career. At Loudoun Economic Development, you won't just observe economic transformation, you will help lead it.

Hiring salary will be commensurate with experience.
Minimum Qualifications


Bachelor's degree in Business, International Studies, International Economic Development, Public Administration, Marketing, Communications, or related field; three (3) years of related work experience preferably in project management; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Experience in Project Management and International Economic Development Council's (IEDC's) Certified Economic Developer (CEcD) certification is not required but is preferred.

Job Contingencies and Special Requirements


Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a criminal background check, credit check and DMV driving record check.

Early morning, evening, weekend work and travel as required.

Equal Employment Opportunity
Loudoun County Government prides itself on fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace that promotes employee wellness and work-life balance. As an equal opportunity employer, we consider all qualified applicants regardless of age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation or other non-merit factors.

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Employees hired into Regular Part-Time Intermittent positions are eligible for limited County employee benefit programs, based on the position's regularly scheduled hours. Benefits eligibility for temporary employees are dependent on duration of assignment and number of scheduled hours.