Corporate Counsel - Transactions

Hyatt Hotels Corporation is looking for a Corporate Counsel to join its Legal Department. The Counsel will support transactions for Hyatt-franchised and Hyatt-managed hotels in North America, working on deals independently and with other lawyers and paralegals. The position is located at the Company’s headquarters in downtown Chicago, Illinois, with a minimum requirement of 3 days per week in office.

What You Will Do

The Counsel will provide legal support to clients throughout the organization, advising on commercial matters relating to hotel ownership, franchise relationships, and hotel management structures. They will also support Hyatt’s development and asset management teams in connection with new hotel deals, contract renewals, and financings.

Why It Might Be a Fit

The ideal candidate will understand the power and purpose of Hyatt’s culture of care, embodying core values of Empathy, Inclusion, Integrity, Experimentation, Respect, and Wellbeing. They will enjoy working with others, be results-driven, and look for opportunities to develop personally and professionally.

Requirements

• 4-8+ years of experience in a transactional practice in a law firm or an in-house legal department
• Juris Doctorate degree and licensed to practice in a jurisdiction within the United States
• Leadership acumen and a track record of demonstrating these skills
• Demonstrated track record of accountability for outcomes
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work both independently with minimal supervision and collaboratively as part of cross-functional teams
• High level of integrity and professional ethics
• Superior intellect, with the ability to think critically and make clear and well-reasoned decisions
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to interface effectively and appropriately with individuals at all levels, both within and outside the Company

Benefits

• Annual allotment of free hotel stays at Hyatt hotels globally
• Flexible work schedule
• Work-life benefits including wellbeing initiatives such as a complimentary Headspace subscription, and a discount at the on-site fitness center
• A global family assistance policy with paid time off following the birth or adoption of a child as well as financial assistance for adoption
• Paid Time Off, Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K with company match