Job Overview
Benefits
Go Hilton travel program
Employee Stock Purchase Program
Paid parental leave
Mental Health Resources
Paid Time Off
leadership development opportunities
inclusive work environment
Job Description
Hilton is the #1 World's Best Workplace and a leading global hospitality company known for its diverse portfolio of hotels and resorts. With a rich history spanning over 100 years, Hilton has welcomed more than 3 billion guests worldwide, demonstrating its commitment to delivering exceptional hospitality experiences. The company is dedicated to creating a positive and inclusive work environment, fostering leadership development and offering numerous benefits that support the mental and physical wellbeing of its Team Members. Hilton's corporate office in Memphis, TN, serves as the hub for various departments, including the Legal Development team that plays a vital role... Show More
Job Requirements
- Five years of work experience in a law firm or corporate legal department involving substantive transactions or negotiations
- High level of proficiency with Microsoft Office programs including Word, Excel, and Microsoft Teams
- Ability to work a hybrid schedule from Memphis, TN office
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school
- Admission to practice law in the relevant jurisdiction
- Ability to manage and supervise assigned paralegals
- Effective written and verbal communication skills
Job Qualifications
- Five years of work experience in a law firm or corporate legal department involving substantive transactions or negotiations
- High level of proficiency with Microsoft Office programs, including Word, Excel, and Microsoft Teams
- Experience in drafting, negotiating, and managing franchise agreements
- Strong understanding of franchise laws and regulations
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to manage and supervise paralegal or support staff
- Demonstrated leadership skills and team management experience
- Familiarity with hospitality industry practices is preferred
- Experience with international franchise transactions or negotiations is a plus
Job Duties
- Draft, review, interpret and negotiate franchise agreements and related franchise documentation for transactions in the US and Canada
- Provide advice and counsel in franchised hotel transactions
- Manage the paralegal assigned to the functional team and supervise the paralegal on aspects of the franchise transactional process
- In coordination with relevant business teams, monitor pre-opening requirements, expiration dates, and other milestones and deadlines for franchised hotels
- Ensure compliance with applicable franchise laws and reporting requirements
- Build positive working relationships internally with Development, Owner Relations, Architecture and Construction, Market Analysis, Brands, and Legal Compliance functions at Hilton, and externally with franchise applicants, owners, lenders, and their representatives
- Recommend process improvements to increase efficiency
- Escalate legal issues above delegated parameters to senior Legal Development Americas team members
- Lead of one of the franchise transactional sub-teams and take ownership for franchise transactions handled by that team
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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