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DESCRIPTIONAre you looking for a new challenge in a fast-paced, innovative company? Come make history with Amazon's legal department.We are looking for a talented attorney to join our legal team based in Sydney, Australia to support our rapidly growing and evolving business.Key job responsibilitiesResponsibilities will include supporting strategic projects and agreements, as well as new and mature technology-driven offerings, counseling business and product development teams on a wide range of matters, and working with other members of the legal department locally and international to ensure that relevant legal and regulatory requirements and risks are understood and managed. You will also provide day-to-day advice to business teams, analyze and resolve issues that arise and handle pre-litigation legal disputes and inquiries.Principal duties include providing ongoing legal advice on a wide range of legal areas, including in relation to competition & consumer law and other regulatory requirements.A day in the lifeYou must be inquisitive, enthusiastic about technology, enjoy working hard and being continually challenged, and demonstrate sound judgment even in ambiguous situations. The ability to effectively communicate, both verbally and in writing, is also essential.You will be expected to work independently while also contributing successfully to cross-functional teams. You will work in a fast-paced environment that is constantly changing, and will need great judgment in ambiguous situations, a sense of humor and a desire to learn and be curious.We are open to hiring candidates to work out of one of the following locations:Sydney, NSW, AUSBASIC QUALIFICATIONS- Law degree and admitted to practice in Australia, or another common law jurisdiction: candidates admitted in other jurisdictions with sound knowledge of relevant Australian laws may be considered.- 10+ years of post-admission legal experience, with at least 3 years gained in a leading law firm.- Solid drafting and negotiation experience.- Experience in technology and commercial transactions or businesses.- Solid understanding of Competition and Consumer Law.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS- Understanding of legal issues relevant to technology businesses such as intellectual property and privacy.- Experience advising on regulations, and working with regulators, preferably in Australia.- Experience working in-house, preferably at a multi-national or in a retail or technology business.- Strong organizational skills including the ability to manage multiple projects and stakeholders at once, and follow through and meet deadlines.Acknowledgement of country:In the spirit of reconciliation Amazon acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respect to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples today.IDE statement:Amazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, age, or other legally protected attributes.Salary: . Date posted: 04/04/2024 10:11 PM

Job Number 24065932Job Category LegalLocation Sydney Area Office, Sheraton Grand Sydney Hyde Park, Sydney, NEW SOUTH WALES, Australia VIEW ON MAP Schedule Full-TimeLocated Remotely? NRelocation? NPosition Type Management Position Summary Marriott International operates and franchises hotels and licenses vacation ownership resorts and branded residential properties globally. The Marriott Law Department in Asia Pacific Excluding China ("APEC") services the Company's lodging and hospitality business. The attorney in this position is part of the Development Legal team supporting APEC. This position is located in the Sydney office reporting to the Vice President & Senior Counsel in the Hong Kong Office.The attorney provides legal support on multiple development projects in locations throughout the APEC region. The attorney will be required to demonstrate an understanding of Marriott's financing and development techniques and practices, and deal with a broad array of topics, including real estate development, debt and equity financing, joint ventures and risk-management covering Marriott's full range of brands, including its premium full-service Marriott and Sheraton hotels, luxury W, Ritz-Carlton and Bulgari hotels, select-service Courtyard, Moxy and Aloft hotels, and branded residential products.The attorney will be required to manage and execute complex transactions, effectively supervise outside counsel, understand local approval processes, work with owners, developers and lenders across varied cultures and legal environments, and coordinate tax, insurance, intellectual property and design issues within Marriott. Travel will be required.Specific Job Summary and Expected ContributionsPrimary responsibilities of this attorney will include: Providing preliminary advice on proposed transactions with respect to confidentiality agreements, structuring the transaction, letters of intent and trade area restrictions; Drafting and negotiating management and related agreements and coordinating various conversion matters on the takeover of an existing property; Drafting and negotiating franchise agreements and related agreements with owners, operators and lenders; Drafting and negotiating branded residential and related agreements with developers; Drafting and negotiating purchase and sale agreements, ground leases and development agreements, handling legal due diligence, coordinating with other members of the development team, monitoring compliance with local laws, drafting and negotiating closing documents, overseeing closings and following up on post-closing matters; Drafting and negotiating ownership structuring agreements, including joint venture, condominium and finance documentation; Drafting and negotiating documents involved with multi-unit refinancings, sale/lease back, and sale/management back transactions; Providing advice on miscellaneous real estate matters affecting lodging development and operations (e.g. condemnations, easements, restrictions and land use) Coordinating across the law department (i.e. Intellectual Property) and other cross-functional departments such as tax, insurance, design, and brand; and Overseeing outside counsel involved in the development projects and / or deals. Candidate Profile Excellent academic records with a law degree from a top US, Hong Kong, Singapore, Australian or UK law school; Minimum of 6 years post-qualification legal experience in a law firm or corporate law department of national reputation; Fluent in both spoken and written Chinese is an advantage; Active Bar membership (if licensed in the United States)/practicing certificate. Outstanding analytical, writing, and oral presentation skills; Excellent written and oral communication skills; Proven project management experience, strong drafting and problem-solving/analytical skills, excellent organizational skills, as well as the ability to work well under pressure while producing a high volume of accurate work; Constructive approach to dealing with conflict, and ability to influence and achieve successful results without damaging relationships; Ability to expeditiously identify and assess issues and provide legally sound recommendations consistent with good business practices and reason; Ability to work independently, take ownership of, and effectively resolve problems; Strong interpersonal and consultative skills; ability to interact effectively and work diplomatically with individuals at all levels; Ability to think strategically and provide leadership when needed; Ability to expeditiously identify and assess issues and provide legally sound recommendations consistent with good business practices and reason; Excellent client service and communications skills (oral and written); and Ability to assess and balance risks, and understand the commercial drivers of projects. 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.Salary: . Date posted: 04/15/2024 09:34 AM