Marriott International · 4 hours ago
Legal Counsel, U.S./Canada Development Transactions
Bethesda, MD
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
$151K/yr - $211K/yr
5+ years expMarriott International, Inc., based in Bethesda, Maryland, is a worldwide operator, franchisor, and licensor of hotel, residential, timeshare, and other lodging properties. The Legal Counsel will focus on representing Marriott in development transactions by providing transactional legal support, including negotiating and drafting agreements related to hotel and residential properties in the United States and Canada.
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Responsibilities
Providing advice on proposed transactions with respect to confidentiality agreements, structuring of the transaction, letters of intent, trade area restrictions, and legal due diligence
Reviewing, drafting, and negotiating hotel franchise and management agreements, tri-party lender agreements, guaranties, financing documents, and other contracts related to Marriott’s hotels and branded residences
Providing day-to-day legal advice and training to various areas within Marriott regarding legal issues related to Marriott’s Development transactions
Providing support and assistance for specific projects, such as acquisitions and multi-unit deals as part of a broader team
Qualification
Required
Excellent academic record with a law degree preferably from a top law school
Active bar membership in good standing
Minimum of 5 years legal experience
Proven contract drafting and negotiating skills
Ability to expeditiously identify and analyze issues and provide legally sound recommendations consistent with good business practices and reason
Ability to work under stressful conditions with owners, lenders, and internal stakeholders
Strong interpersonal skills, and ability to interact effectively and work diplomatically with individuals at all levels
Comfort working across business disciplines, including finance, development, and asset management
Ability to foster relationships and individual accountability across the organization
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Excellent conflict management skills, and ability to influence
Ability to identify opportunities for improvement and to facilitate the implementation of creative solutions
Ability to work independently, take ownership of, and effectively resolve problems
Preferred
Transactional experience
Familiarity with real estate acquisition and financing techniques and practices
Experience working in or with hospitality, lodging, or branded residential sectors
Benefits
401(k) plan
Stock purchase plan
Discounts at Marriott properties
Commuter benefits
Employee assistance plan
Childcare discounts
Coverage for medical
Dental
Vision
Health care flexible spending account
Dependent care flexible spending account
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Accident insurance
Adoption expense reimbursements
Paid parental leave
Educational assistance
Paid sick leave
0.077 PTO balance for every hour worked
Minimum of 9 holidays annually
Company
Marriott International
Marriott International, Inc.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Anthony Capuano
Chief Executive Officer
Naveen Manga
Global Chief Technology Officer
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