Flights Counsel

PRICELINE CAREERS; Toronto; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a Global Flights Counsel to support its international flights business. This role involves leading commercial negotiations, providing expert legal counsel on complex regulatory matters, and collaborating with various teams to drive strategic growth. The ideal candidate will possess a JD degree and have 4-6+ years of relevant experience, particularly in the travel industry. Join a dynamic team that values integrity and innovation, and contribute to the expansion of a leading travel service provider's global reach.

Qualifications

• 4-6+ years of legal experience in reputable law firms and in-house settings.
• Expertise in commercial contracting and negotiation for international agreements.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Commercial Negotiation

International Travel Regulations

Legal Drafting

Communication Skills

Contract Management

Education

JD Degree

Job description

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.

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.