Marriott

JOB SUMMARY

Marriott operates and franchises hotels and licenses vacation ownership resorts and branded residential properties. Marriott’s Law Department services the Company's lodging and hospitality business and provides legal advice and counsel to Marriott’s internal clients. 

This paralegal position is part of the Consumer Operations, Global Services and U.S./Canada Lodging practice group (“Group”) of the Law Department and will report to the Group’s Vice President & Corporate Counsel, responsible for Loyalty and Enterprise Partnerships. The role will primarily focus on supporting the Marriott Bonvoy Loyalty Program and Enterprise Partnerships. 

Specific Job Summary

The primary responsibilities of this position will be: 

• Provide direct support to the attorneys and assist other members of the Group in the performance of their duties and responsibilities.
• Assist Loyalty Marketing team with review of consumer marketing collateral and updates/edits to Marriott Bonvoy terms and conditions.
• Communicate with representatives of Loyalty and Enterprise Partnership teams, including preparation of draft contracts, receiving, and reviewing contract edits, negotiating changes, and coordinating the finalization and execution of the documents.
• Review cobranded credit card marketing collateral and assist in drafting credit card product terms and conditions related to Marriott Bonvoy loyalty benefits for new domestic and international credit card products. 
• Collaborate with colleagues within the Law Department, and work effectively with internal clients and business partners across regional teams.
• Identify relevant issues in preparation and review of draft partnership contracts and coordinate with colleagues and across the business on tax, intellectual property, data privacy, and cybersecurity matters.
• Work directly with Marriott business leaders.
• Draft documents, using standard forms and templates.
• Update Law department database(s) to reflect executed transactions.
• Undertake special assignments, including research, review, and analysis of contract documentation and other issues.

Candidate Profile

Required:

• Two-year college degree and 
• Minimum relevant work experience of three years.

OR

• Four-year college degree and
• Minimum relevant work experience of one year.

OR

• At least ten years of relevant work experience as a paralegal

Has basic subject matter paralegal experience; Paralegal Certificate preferred but not required.

Successful candidates should possess knowledge and skills as follows:

• Strong project management skills, and ability to meet simultaneous deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to interact and communicate effectively, specifically:
• Ability to present ideas and information in a clear, concise manner in both writing and verbally.
• Ability to interact effectively and develop positive, professional working relationships with clients as well as team members.
• Ability and desire to become proficient in new and evolving legal issues.
• Ability to carry out instructions and make independent recommendations. 
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team. 
• Good judgment and use of discretion. 
• Strong attention to detail. 
• Diligence, dependability, and strong work ethic. 
• Ability to remain calm in high stress situations, demonstrate “grace under pressure”, and lead by example. 
• Ability to adapt to changing work demands. 
• Strong organizational and time management skills. 
• Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and Outlook. 
• Familiarity with database functionality and operation. 
• Availability for minimal travel.
• Flexibility for overtime. 

Marriott International is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive, people-first culture. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, such as disability and veteran status, or any other basis covered under applicable law.

Marriott International is the world’s largest hotel company, with more brands, more hotels and more opportunities for associates to grow and succeed. Be where you can do your best work, begin your purpose, belong to an amazing global team, and become the best version of you.