Head of Legal Affairs for Accommodations

2 weeks ago

New York, New York, United States priceline LLC Full time
Legal Director, Accommodations

This position supports a hybrid work model: 2 days in-office.

At Priceline, our People & Culture and Legal teams ensure a highly ethical workplace where everyone can thrive, feel valued, and reach their full potential.

Why this role is significant:

You will be a key support to the General Counsel. We are seeking a knowledgeable, engaging, and seasoned attorney to serve as the primary legal advisor for Priceline's Accommodations sector.

In this position, you will:
  • Act as the Chief Legal Advisor for the rapidly growing accommodations division, providing extensive legal support across various business requirements.
  • Lead and manage Commercial Contracting for all services and products within the Accommodations sector, ensuring effective negotiation and finalization of agreements.
  • Offer General Counseling on everyday matters, collaborating on supplier communications and providing strategic legal advice to facilitate business operations and decision-making.
  • Advise on Strategic Partnership Opportunities, including licensing for new business ventures and assisting the sales team in business expansion.
  • Negotiate Major Agreements with hotel chain partners and other essential stakeholders to secure content supply and strategic collaborations.
  • Address Complex Business and Legal Challenges by applying your analytical skills and proactive mindset to identify and mitigate risks.
  • Establish and Implement Standardized Processes and templates to enhance legal operations and efficiency.
  • Oversee Legal Escalations within the organization, collaborating with stakeholders on litigation matters and alternative dispute resolution strategies to effectively manage conflicts.
  • Work with Cross-Functional Teams globally to resolve issues related to privacy, data security, marketing, competition, intellectual property, tax, and regulatory compliance, ensuring product integrity and customer trust.
  • Supervise External Counsel on escalated commercial and corporate issues, providing guidance and oversight to align with business goals.
  • Demonstrate Executive Leadership by collaborating with key stakeholders to drive strategic initiatives, fulfill business objectives, and achieve measurable outcomes, showcasing autonomy and a sense of ownership.
Who you are:
  • A minimum of 15 years of legal experience as a qualified attorney, including at least 3 years in-house.
  • Experience in the travel sector, particularly with Accommodations businesses (e.g., hotels, Online Travel Agencies, room distribution networks).
  • Experience in technology is advantageous.
  • Your experience primarily involves concluding commercial contract negotiations with a diverse array of business partners, with some corporate law and dispute resolution experience being a plus.
  • Familiarity with legal issues arising from cross-border transactions.
  • Experience with holding companies, including intercompany agreements.
  • Exceptional legal education and law firm credentials.
  • Active member in good standing with your state bar, with the ability to work in your hired location.
  • Excellent drafting and negotiation skills are crucial.
  • Knowledge of consumer law and privacy, along with a general understanding of legal challenges facing tech companies, is highly preferred.
  • Comfortable using a contract management tool for contract administration while also partnering with the business to manage contracts through to completion.
  • Willingness to travel (typically within the U.S. and Canada) to meet with business leaders and conduct negotiations with partners.
  • A proven track record of embodying the values essential to Priceline: Customer, Innovation, Team, Accountability, and Trust.
  • Integrity and ethics are paramount; our motto, 'The Right Results, the Right Way,' reflects our commitment to these principles.
Salary considerations include various factors such as external market benchmarks, geographic location, and required experience. In addition to a competitive base salary, certain roles may be eligible for an annual bonus and/or equity grant.

About Priceline

WE ARE PRICELINE.

Our success as a leading player in online travel is attributed to our dedicated team of talented employees. We are committed to making travel affordable and accessible for our customers, whether for a dream vacation or a significant life event.

Our culture is unique and inspiring, combining the excitement of a startup with the stability of an established business.

We are at the forefront of innovative technologies, placing the customer at the center of our operations. Our diverse workforce reflects the varied customers we serve, fostering an inclusive environment that encourages innovation, creativity, and collaboration.

Priceline is part of the Booking Holdings, Inc. family of companies, a highly profitable global online travel company.

Flexible Work at Priceline

Priceline follows a hybrid working model, allowing two days onsite as determined by you and your manager.

Diversity and Inclusion

To be the best travel dealmakers, we prioritize a workforce that mirrors the diverse communities we serve. We are dedicated to fostering a culture where all employees can express their unique perspectives and experiences.

Priceline is an equal opportunity employer, celebrating the diverse lenses through which our employees view the world.

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