Legal Counsel (B2B Legal Team)

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We provide a full benefits package, including exciting travel perks, generous time-off, parental leave, a flexible work model (with some pretty cool offices), and career development resources, all to fuel our employees' passion for travel and ensure a rewarding career journey. We’re building a more open world. Join us.

Legal Counsel (B2B Legal Team)

Introduction to the Team

Our Corporate Functions are made up of teams that support Expedia Group, including Employee Communications, Finance, Legal, People Team, Inclusion and Diversity, and Global Social Impact and Sustainability.

Expedia Group (EG) is looking for Legal Counsel to join its legal team. In this role you will provide legal support for the Private Label Solutions business, including the Strategic Partnerships and Affiliates portion of the business. EG’s B2B business is a fast-paced global sales organization providing travel technology supply and technology solutions to partners across the globe.

This position is part of the Expedia Legal and Corporate Affairs (ELCA) team based in Seattle and reports to a Senior Director of Legal. ELCA is a globally oriented legal team that is proactive, collaborative and highly-respected, where you can work closely with internal clients in an exciting and challenging environment.

In this role, you will:

• Act as the primary escalation point for all new business contract requests, drafting and negotiating commercial agreements for sales teams across the AMERs and LATAM regions, as well as amend, terminate and interpret existing agreements
• Be responsible for the implementation and development of standard contract forms and their integration into contract management systems
• Advise business clients on legal and commercial issues, providing strategic guidance that balances legal risk with business objectives and fosters win-win solutions
• Partner with colleagues in the wider legal team as well as stakeholders in tax, product, customer support and finance teams; sharing findings and feedback to build efficiencies in support of business clients
• Demonstrate flexibility and resilience in handling urgent matters and shifting priorities, maintaining high standards of judgment and execution

Experience and Qualifications:

• A minimum of 3 years' experience at a top regional or national law firm or experience working in a fast-paced, in-house legal environment
• JD degree
• Membership in good standing in at least one state bar (Washington preferred)
• A strong background negotiating, reviewing and drafting commercial transactions
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, interpersonal skills and work ethic
• You have a can-do attitude and are keen to learn and develop
• Track record of establishing strong working relationships with colleagues and business clients

The total cash range for this position in Seattle is $130,000.00 to $182,000.00. Employees in this role have the potential to increase their pay up to $208,000.00, which is the top of the range, based on ongoing, demonstrated, and sustained performance in the role.

Starting pay for this role will vary based on multiple factors, including location, available budget, and an individual’s knowledge, skills, and experience. Pay ranges may be modified in the future.

Expedia Group is proud to offer a wide range of benefits to support employees and their families, including medical/dental/vision, paid time off, and an Employee Assistance Program. To fuel each employee’s passion for travel, we offer a wellness & travel reimbursement, travel discounts, and an International Airlines Travel Agent (IATAN) membership. View our full list of benefits.

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