Description:The OpportunityHyatt seeks an energetic and high-functioning individual for the role of Director of Corporate Transactions. The Director of Transactions is a non-legal business role that works within Hyatt’s Legal department to spearhead transactions and related contract negotiations involving third-party hotel owners.You will be part of a team passionate about diversity, equity, and inclusion, committed to nurturing curiosity and new skills and building connections across the organization with stakeholders, colleagues, and guests.Who We AreAt Hyatt, we believe in the power of belonging and creating a culture of care, where our colleagues become family. Since 1957, our colleagues and guests have been at the heart of our business and helped Hyatt become one of the world's best and fastest-growing hospitality brands. Our transformative growth and the addition of new hotels, brands, and business lines can open the door for exciting career and growth opportunities for our colleagues.As we continue to grow, we never lose sight of what’s most important: People. We turn trips into journeys, encounters into experiences, and jobs into careers.Why Now?This is an exciting time to be at Hyatt. We are growing rapidly and are looking for passionate changemakers to be a part of our journey. The hospitality industry is resilient and continues to offer dynamic opportunities for upward mobility, and Hyatt is no exception.How We Care for Our PeopleOur purpose sets us apart—to care for people so they can be their best. Every business decision is made through the lens of our purpose, and it informs how we have and will continue to support each other as members of the Hyatt family. Our care for our colleagues is the key to our success. We’re proud to have earned a place on Fortune’s prestigious 100 Best Companies to Work For® list for the last ten years. This recognition is a testament to the tremendous way our Hyatt family continues to come together to care for one another, our commitment to a culture of inclusivity, empathy, and respect, and making sure everyone feels like they belong.We’re proud to offer exceptional corporate benefits which include:Annual allotment of free hotel stays at Hyatt hotels globallyFlexible work schedulesWork-life benefits including well-being initiatives such as a complimentary Headspace subscription, and a discount at the on-site fitness centerA global family assistance policy with paid time off following the birth or adoption of a child as well as financial assistance for adoptionPaid Time Off, Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K with company matchOur Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and InclusionOur success is underpinned by our diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture and we are committed to diversity across the board—from whom we hire and develop, the organizations we support, and whom we buy from and work with.Being part of Hyatt means always having space to be you. Our global teams are a mosaic of cultures, ethnicities, genders, ages, abilities, and identities. We constantly strive to reflect the world we care for with teams that achieve and grow together. To learn more about our commitments to DE&I, please visit the Why Hyatt section of the Hyatt career page.Who You AreAs our ideal candidate, you understand the power and purpose of our Culture of Care and embody our core values of Empathy, Inclusion, Integrity, Experimentation, Respect, and Well-being. You enjoy working with others, are results-driven, and seek various opportunities to develop personally and professionally.The RoleThe Director of Transactions serves as the primary point of contact representing Hyatt in connection with hotel ownership transactions. The Director works directly with hotel owners, asset managers, lenders, and management companies on contracts and relationship matters relating to third party-owned Hyatt system hotels, while simultaneously coordinating among Hyatt leaders across multiple corporate departments to achieve Hyatt’s business objectives. Essential skills for a Director of Corporate Transactions include sound commercial judgment, mastery of hotel economics, ability to work independently as well as coordinate project-dependent teams, leadership, project management and organization, strong communications skills, and tact. A working knowledge of hotel management and hotel franchise agreements is a plus. Organization, attention to detail, and diplomatic demeanor are necessary traits.Qualifications:Experience Required:5 years of hospitality (or comparable industry) experience in feasibility, finance, development, asset management, transactions, or similarBachelor’s Degree or higherExperience Preferred:Hotel Management and/or accounting degree or MBAExperience in hotel transactionsExperience at a hospitality industry franchisorThe position responsibilities outlined above are in no way to be construed as all-encompassing. Other duties, responsibilities, and qualifications may be required and/or assigned as necessary.We welcome you:Research shows that women, people of color, and other historically excluded groups, tend to apply to jobs, only if they meet all the listed job qualifications. Unsure if you check every box, but feeling inspired to enhance your career? Apply. We’d love to consider your unique experiences and how you could make Hyatt even better.Primary Location: US-IL-ChicagoOrganization: Hyatt Corporate Office, ChicagoPay Basis: YearlyJob Level: Full-timeJob: LegalReq ID: CHI013702Hyatt is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, age, religion, disability, veteran status, genetic information, citizenship status or any other group protected by law.