Hilton
Contract Manager, Legal Development – Americas
Hilton’s in‑house Legal team is looking for a Contract Manager to support franchise transactional activity across the United States and Canada. The role reports to the Senior Director, Legal Development Americas and will manage a sub‑team on one of the functional franchise transactional teams: New Development, Owner Relations or Retention. How We Will Support You
Hilton supports the mental and physical wellbeing of all Team Members through programs and benefits such as: Go Hilton travel program – 110 nights of discounted travel Hilton Shares – employee stock purchase program at a 15% discount Paid parental leave for eligible Team Members, including partners and adoptive parents Mental health resources including free counseling through the Employee Assistance Program Paid Time Off (PTO) Responsibilities
Your role is important and the following are key 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. Monitor pre‑opening requirements, expiration dates, and other milestones and deadlines for franchised hotels in coordination with relevant business teams. Ensure compliance with applicable franchise laws and reporting requirements. How You Will Collaborate With Others
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. What Projects You Will Take Ownership Of
Lead one of the franchise transactional sub‑teams and take ownership for franchise transactions handled by that team. Qualifications
Five (5) 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 (Word, Excel, Microsoft Teams). Hybrid schedule from the Memphis, TN office. Preferred Experience
Seven (7) years of experience involving substantive transactions or negotiations. Five (5) years of experience within a franchise, hospitality, or financial practice. Experience with international franchise transactions or negotiations. Experience managing direct reports. About Hilton
Hilton, the #1 World's Best Workplace, is a leading global hospitality company with a diverse portfolio of world‑class brands. We provide reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position. Work Locations
Hilton – Shared Services Center – Memphis Schedule
Full‑time, day shift Brand
Hilton Corporate Job Level
Manager, Legal Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Hilton by 2x. Get notified about new Contract Manager jobs in
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Hilton’s in‑house Legal team is looking for a Contract Manager to support franchise transactional activity across the United States and Canada. The role reports to the Senior Director, Legal Development Americas and will manage a sub‑team on one of the functional franchise transactional teams: New Development, Owner Relations or Retention. How We Will Support You
Hilton supports the mental and physical wellbeing of all Team Members through programs and benefits such as: Go Hilton travel program – 110 nights of discounted travel Hilton Shares – employee stock purchase program at a 15% discount Paid parental leave for eligible Team Members, including partners and adoptive parents Mental health resources including free counseling through the Employee Assistance Program Paid Time Off (PTO) Responsibilities
Your role is important and the following are key 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. Monitor pre‑opening requirements, expiration dates, and other milestones and deadlines for franchised hotels in coordination with relevant business teams. Ensure compliance with applicable franchise laws and reporting requirements. How You Will Collaborate With Others
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. What Projects You Will Take Ownership Of
Lead one of the franchise transactional sub‑teams and take ownership for franchise transactions handled by that team. Qualifications
Five (5) 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 (Word, Excel, Microsoft Teams). Hybrid schedule from the Memphis, TN office. Preferred Experience
Seven (7) years of experience involving substantive transactions or negotiations. Five (5) years of experience within a franchise, hospitality, or financial practice. Experience with international franchise transactions or negotiations. Experience managing direct reports. About Hilton
Hilton, the #1 World's Best Workplace, is a leading global hospitality company with a diverse portfolio of world‑class brands. We provide reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position. Work Locations
Hilton – Shared Services Center – Memphis Schedule
Full‑time, day shift Brand
Hilton Corporate Job Level
Manager, Legal Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Hilton by 2x. Get notified about new Contract Manager jobs in
Memphis, TN .
#J-18808-Ljbffr