Summary

This job involves reaching out to technology companies to encourage them to relocate or expand in Loudoun County, a major tech hub in Virginia, by building relationships with business leaders and promoting the area's strengths like talent and infrastructure.

You'll attend industry events, spot trends in sectors like AI and cloud services, and work with a team to grow the local economy.

It's ideal for someone outgoing with experience in sales or partnerships in the tech world who enjoys networking and helping businesses succeed.

Key Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business, International Studies, International Economic Development, Public Administration, Marketing, Communications, or related field
Three years of related work experience, preferably in project management
Experience in tech-focused business development or strategic partnerships
Strong communication and relationship-building skills
Ability to travel, including early mornings, evenings, and weekends as needed
Successful completion of background checks (criminal, credit, and driving record)
Preferred: Certified Economic Developer (CEcD) certification from the International Economic Development Council

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Loudoun County is one of the nation’s fastest-growing technology hubs — home to global data centers, innovative enterprises, and a thriving business ecosystem. We’re expanding our team and seeking a dynamic Business Development Manager to help shape the next chapter of Loudoun’s tech-driven economy. If you’re energized by building relationships with technology companies, spotting emerging industry trends, and helping organizations envision their future in a world-class business environment, this role offers the perfect blend of outreach, communication, and focus. Specifically, Loudoun County is seeking a Business Development Manager to drive the growth of our thriving technology ecosystem by building and managing a pipeline of medium to large tech companies exploring relocation or expansion into one of the nation’s most dynamic innovation hubs.

In this role, you’ll lead outreach across high-growth sectors such as software, AI/ML, cloud services, enterprise IT, health tech, clean tech, and advanced computing, while cultivating relationships with executives, founders, site selectors, and industry partners. You’ll represent Loudoun at key industry events and collaborate across our economic development team to showcase Loudoun’s unmatched talent, infrastructure, and quality of life. Ideal candidates bring experience in tech-focused business development or strategic partnerships, strong communication skills, and a proactive, relationship-driven approach. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of a world-class tech hub and help innovative companies discover why Loudoun is the ideal place to scale and thrive.

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.

International Economic Development Council’s (IEDC’s) Certified Economic Developer (CEcD) certification is
preferred.

Additional Information

Employment is contingent upon successful background check completion, to include criminal, credit, and driving record checks.

Early morning, evening and weekend work as well as travel are required as needed.

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