<p>Booking Holdings (NASDAQ: BKNG) is the world's leading provider of online travel and related services, provided to consumers and local partners in more than 220 countries and territories through five primary consumer-facing brands: Booking.com, Priceline, Agoda, KAYAK and OpenTable. The mission of Booking Holdings is to make it easier for everyone to experience the world. For more information, visit BookingHoldings.com and follow us on X (formerly known as Twitter) @BookingHoldings.</p> <p>This role is eligible for our hybrid work model: Two days in-office.</p> <p>The Sr. Director, Legal will report to the SVP, Associate General Counsel and be the primary point of contact and advisor to the Corporate Development and Strategy teams on M&A and investment transactions, related regulatory and integration matters, and coordinating trainings, best practices, and information sharing on these and related issues. This individual will play a critical role in structuring, negotiating, and executing complex transactions while also serving as a trusted legal advisor across other corporate functions, including Treasury, Corporate Governance, and broader legal team efforts. The ideal candidate brings strong M&A expertise combined with the flexibility and mindset of a corporate generalist.</p> <p>In this role you will get to:</p> <ul> <li> <p>Take the lead legal role in evaluating, negotiating, and concluding M&A and investment transactions, as well as related regulatory matters, including the due diligence process, negotiation of term sheets and definitive transaction agreements, and related matters.</p> </li><li> <p>Proactive in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating deal documentation and able to take a strategic view in dealing with external counsel, counterparties, and advising internal stakeholders.</p> </li><li> <p>Assist with the preparation of M&A-related board of directors and committee materials, including working with finance, tax, HR, and our brand companies.</p> </li><li> <p>Partner closely with the Corporate Development and Strategy teams to evaluate and execute global transactions.</p> </li><li> <p>Support the Treasury function on corporate finance matters, including hedging & swap transactions and banking relationships.</p> </li><li> <p>Contribute to general corporate governance and compliance efforts, including regulatory matters, board materials, and SEC/public company matters (if applicable).</p> </li><li> <p>Collaborate with internal teams (Brand teams, Finance, Accounting, HR, etc.) to ensure alignment and smooth execution on matters.</p> </li><li> <p>Coordinate trainings, best practices, and information sharing with the brands on M&A, competition, related regulatory, and similar issues.</p> </li><li> <p>Provide well-reasoned and practical advice and support on various legal matters to other members of the legal team and senior management.</p> </li></ul> <p>What you have:</p> <ul> <li> <p>A J.D. from a nationally or internationally recognized law school and excellent academic credentials.</p> </li><li> <p>Admission in good standing to a State Bar of any jurisdiction in the United States.</p> </li><li> <p>Minimum of 6-8 years of M&A experience gained through work in a major law firm or corporate law department.</p> </li><li> <p>Experience navigating M&A-related regulatory issues and integration, as well as more general corporate matters.</p> </li><li> <p>Proactive, energetic, self-assured professional with good judgment and highest personal integrity.</p> </li><li> <p>Excellent negotiation, drafting, and verbal communication skills.</p> </li><li> <p>Ability to identify and address legal issues while coupling legal advice with pragmatic business solutions.</p> </li><li> <p>Top-notch organizational skills and attention to detail with the ability to successfully manage and meet deadlines, including handling multiple simultaneous transactions.</p> </li><li> <p>Ability to read and understand financial statements.</p> </li></ul> <p>Our Commitment to Diversity</p> <p>Through the Booking Holdings brands, we help our customers reach all corners of the earth. Our ability to provide great service rests on how well we understand our diverse customer base, which is why having a diverse team is so important to us. 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.</p> <p>There are a variety of job related factors that go into determining a salary range, including but not limited to external market benchmark data, geographic location, and years of experience sought/required. In addition to a competitive base salary, roles are eligible to be considered for an annual bonus and equity grant.</p> <p>The base salary range for Connecticut and the NYC-metro area is 252,000-308,000.</p> <p>We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits program designed to keep you and your family healthy, plan for the future and make the most out of life. For a glimpse of our benefits offerings, please see here. In addition to competitive health and wellness benefits, we currently offer other perks to eligible employees, such as: tuition reimbursement, fitness reimbursement, discounts, and more!</p> <p>If this role resonates with you, we encourage you to click the "apply" button!</p> <p>EEO Statement:</p> <p>Booking Holdings is an equal opportunity employer in accordance with all applicable federal, state and local laws. We ensure equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants without discrimination or harassment based on race, religious creed, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, religion, marital status, medical condition, disability, military service, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.</p> <p>Booking Holdings also extends this policy to every phase of the employment process including, but not limited to, recruitment, selection, placement, transfer, training and development, position elimination, restructure, promotion, compensation, benefits, layoffs, termination, and all other conditions or privileges of employment. Booking Holdings and its Affiliated Companies are Equal Employment Opportunity employers and welcome all job seekers including individuals with disabilities and veterans with disabilities. If you have a disability and believe you need reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or apply for a position, please email reasonableaccommodation@bookingholdings.com with your request. M/F/V/D/S</p> <p>#LI-Hybrid</p>