Flights Counsel

Priceline; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a dynamic Global Flights Counsel to support its international flights business. This role involves leading commercial negotiations, providing legal counsel on travel regulations, and collaborating with various teams to drive global expansion. The ideal candidate will possess a JD degree, extensive legal experience, and a passion for the travel industry. Join a forward-thinking company that values diversity and innovation, and be part of a team that is dedicated to making travel accessible for everyone. Embrace the opportunity to thrive in a hybrid working environment that fosters collaboration and creativity.

Qualifications

• 4-6+ years of relevant legal experience as a qualified attorney.
• Proven experience in commercial contracting and negotiation.

Responsibilities

• Lead commercial negotiations with airline and travel service partners.
• Provide expert legal counsel on international travel regulations.

Skills

Commercial Contracting

Negotiation Skills

Legal Analysis

Regulatory Knowledge

Communication Skills

Education

JD Degree

Job description

Flights Counsel

Our People & Culture and Legal teams make sure we provide a highly ethical working environment where everyone at Priceline can bring their whole selves to work and deliver their very best each day. We want you to thrive – to feel safe, supported, valued, and growing to your highest potential!

Why is this job a big deal?

Reporting directly to the General Counsel, the Global Flights Counsel will play a pivotal role in supporting Priceline's international flights business and operations. This is an exciting opportunity for a dynamic and adaptable commercial lawyer to tackle complex regulatory and corporate matters, driving the strategic growth of our flights business worldwide.

In this role you will get to:

• Lead commercial negotiations and agreements with airline and travel service provider partners globally.

• Provide expert legal counsel on international travel regulations, including licensing and IATA accreditations, liaising with external counsel as needed.

• Serve as a trusted advisor to internal business clients, gaining diverse experience across various legal and business domains (e.g., Commercial, Corporate, Finance, Tax) on a global scale.

• Collaborate closely with Finance, Sales, and Operations teams to support international business expansion and the global reach of Priceline's flights business.

• Spearhead company and representative office setup in new markets, contributing to Priceline's international network development, in partnership with other Booking Holdings Group brands.

• Engage and partner with colleagues at all organizational levels, including senior executives, within Priceline and the Booking Holdings Group globally.

Who you are:

You will have:

• JD degree from an accredited law school and admission to a relevant bar.

• 4-6+ years of relevant legal experience as a qualified attorney, including experience in a reputable law firm and in-house setting.

• Proven experience in commercial contracting and negotiation, with a focus on international agreements.

• Excellent legal analytic and drafting skills.

• Prior experience in the travel industry, particularly with commercial contracts with airlines, consolidators, and global distribution systems (GDS), is highly preferred.

• Familiarity with international travel regulations is advantageous.

• Ability to confidently switch between commercial, corporate and regulatory work.

• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple deals simultaneously and effectively prioritize workload.

• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.

• Demonstrated track record of living the values important to Priceline: Customer, Innovation, Team, Accountability and Trust. Unquestionable Integrity and Ethics.

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Who we are WE ARE PRICELINE.

Our success as one of the biggest players in online travel is all thanks to our incredible, dedicated team of talented employees. Priceliners are focused on being the best travel deal makers in the world, motivated by our passion to help everyone experience the moments that matter most in their lives. Whether it’s a dream vacation, your cousin’s graduation, or your best friend’s wedding - we make travel affordable and accessible to our customers.

Our culture is unique and inspiring (that’s what our employees tell us). We’re a grown-up, startup. We deliver the excitement of a new venture, without the struggles and chaos that can come with a business that hasn’t stabilized.

We’re on the cutting edge of innovative technologies. We keep the customer at the center of all that we do. Our ability to meet their needs relies on the strength of a workforce as diverse as the customers we serve. We bring together employees from all walks of life and we are proud to provide the kind of inclusive environment that stimulates innovation, creativity and collaboration.

Priceline is part of the Booking Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq: BKNG) family of companies, a highly profitable global online travel company with a market capitalization of over $80 billion. Our sister companies include Booking.com, BookingGo, Agoda, Kayak and OpenTable.

If you want to be part of something truly special, check us out!

Flexible work at Priceline

Priceline is following a hybrid working model, which includes two days onsite as determined by you and your manager (ideally selecting among Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday). On the remaining days, you can choose to be remote or in the office.

Diversity and Inclusion are a Big Deal!

To be the best travel dealmakers in the world, it’s important we have a workforce that reflects the diverse customers and communities we serve. We are committed to cultivating a culture where all employees have the freedom to bring their individual perspectives, life experiences, and passion to work.

Priceline is a proud equal opportunity employer. We embrace and celebrate the unique lenses through which our employees see the world. We’d love you to join us and add to our rich mix!

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