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For further inquiries regarding the following opportunity, please contact one of our Talent Specialists: Abdulkhader at Vinod at Lavanya at   Title: IT Support Technician (3 Openings) Duration: 12 Months (Contract to Hire) Location: Fort Worth, TX   Schedule: 8:00 am – 5:00 pm CST. Job Description/Summary The IT Support Technician provides onsite and remote IT support to end users and the organization. The position is responsible for problem determination, incident recording, problem resolution, and escalation per corporate policies and procedures. The technician has exceptional interpersonal skills and possesses enhanced technical knowledge in the fields of Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Azure Active Directory, mobile device management, computer imaging, and identity management. Principal Accountabilities (Typical duties include the following, although specific duties vary by assignment or contract)  Deliver world class IT support to Client's end users globally. Demonstrate Client's core values, have a can-do philosophy, and ensure problem ownership and promoting end user satisfaction. Demonstrate enhanced knowledge of Microsoft products, including Windows 10/11, Office 365, Active Directory, and Intune. Receive and respond to incoming incidents and support requests in a timely manner. ndependently resolve complex, break/fix issues in person or remote. Appropriately document all required information into the ServiceNow ticketing system & knowledge base. reate and maintain domain accounts within Active Directory. Provision and maintain hard and soft tokens within the Microsoft Azure environment. nstall, configure, and troubleshoot Windows 11 desktop and laptop computers. Collaborate with team members on current issues and resolutions. rioritize a variety of tasks, based on current environment needs. Present the facts transparently to promote collaborative solutions Experience & Education   llege degree strongly preferred or high school diploma plus some advanced training Current certification in at least one of the following areas preferred:     o CompTIA A+, Network+, or Security+   o Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate (MSCA), preferably in Microsoft’s current Desktop Operating System     o ITIL  Three ) to five (5) years of Service Desk experience Physical Requirements/Working Environment   rmal office environment May be assigned to first, second, or third shift work schedule ble to stand and walk 50% of work shift to assist employees located throughout main campus location Able to lift standard computer equipment up to 50 lbs   Must Have Skills: o    Windows 11 support experience. o    Active Directory expertise. Nice to Have Skills: o    Microsoft Azure knowledge. o    Experience with ticketing systems (ServiceNow preferred).

We are thrilled to share this fantastic opportunity for a student to join ouru202fEurope, Middle East & Africa (EMEA) Hotel Opening & Transition team. This is a great opportunity to experience hotel openings & conversion milestones both from an operational and corporate side of our business, and you will gain exposure to numerous projects.

From day one, you will be fully integrated into Team Hilton. Our placements offer vast exposure and opportunities, including networking with senior executives, involvement in regional conferences and for some, international travel.

Based in our EMEA headquarters, Watford, you will be part of a cohort of 50 Interns and take part in regular connect meetings and feedback sessions designed to support your development. You will benefit from a subsidised restaurant, a games area and a free in-house gym.

**u202fThe Opportunity**

You will support the team with a range of administrative and operational activities, supporting the openings & transitions processes, agnostically for all hotels:
Day-to-day support onboarding new hotels and teams. Support the hotelu2019s commercial and operational readiness. Support with data management and reporting, including wider business presentations and gathering feedback. Support the Senior Manager and Director of Openings & Transitions Central Services with the hotel transition process and administrative tasks. Work with the wider Brands & Central Operations team, particularly the Brand Performance Support EMEA team. You will also be involved in planning & organising activities. Travel may be required for internal meetings and some hotel openings.

This internship provides:
**Real Impact:** Your work will directly contribute to the successful launch of hotels across diverse markets. **Cross-Functional Exposure:** Work with teams across operations, brand, development, and commercial functions. **Professional Development:** Gain valuable experience in project management, stakeholder engagement, and strategic planning. **Experience in a dynamic environment:** Be part of a fast-paced, collaborative team where no two days are the same.

**Why choose us?**

Embarking on our year in industry programme is a transformative journey, encompassing a structured framework of learning and development activities. Here's what you can look forward to:
**Learning and Development:** Interns have access to Hilton University to enhance their skills and contribute meaningfully to ongoing projects. **Networking:** Our interns can connect with professionals across the business, paving the way for valuable relationships. **Feedback and Growth:** Regular evaluations and feedback sessions will ensure our interns receive guidance and an opportunity to continually improve. **Cross-Exposure:** Opportunity to gain insight into another function. **Hilton Perks:** Including our Go Hilton TM Travel Program, which provides you with access to heavily reduced hotel room rates for you, your family & friends. **Salary & Benefits:** u00a326,000 Gross PA & private healthcare. **Location:** EMEA Regional Headquarters, Watford. Our placements are office based with flexibility offered across some teams.

**What are we looking for?**
A strong sense of alignment to our culture and values . A current Bacheloru2019s or Masteru2019s student with a required 12-month year in industry placement as part of your degree. Availability to start 13th of July 2026, full-time, for a 12-month placement. Eligibility to work in the UK. If you are a non-UK national, without EU Settled or Pre-Settled Status then you will need to be studying at a UK university to be eligible to undertake a placement here. Fluency in English (speaking, reading, and writing). Excellent communication and presentation skills. Exceptionally organised, comfortable prioritising tasks and working to deadlines. Additional EMEA language skills would be advantageous, although not essential.

**What is it like working for Hilton?**

Hilton is one of the world's largest and fastest-growing hospitality companies, with 24 distinct brands and over 8,000 locations. We have recently been ranked by our employees as #1 World's Best Hospitality Workplace awarded by Great Place to Work & Fortune.

We value and celebrate our team members diversities and individualism and foster a culture of belonging across our organisation. Joining Hilton will give you the opportunity to contribute to our rich culture and give back to the community. Our Team Member Resource Groups in the UK focus on Abilities, Generations, Pride, Womenu2019s and Ethnic representation. You can find details on our Culture page.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We will ensure that qualified individuals with protected disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions of the role. Please contact us to request accommodation.

CORPORATE PLACEMENTS ( u202f

**Selection Process**

Please apply now, applications close onu202f **Sunday 2nd November 2025.** We receive a high volume of applications, so thank you for your patience while we carefully review each one to give it the attention it deserves.

If your application is successful, you may be invited to complete a one-way video interview and online assessment. These help us get to know you better and assess if the placement could be a great match. Keep an eye on your inbox, and we encourage you to complete each step as soon as you can. Our EMEA Graduate Recruitment Team will be in touch to let you know the outcome.

**Good luck, we are looking forward to meeting you!**

**Job:** _Universities_

**Title:** _2026 Corporate Hotel Operations - Openings Placement_

**Location:** _null_

**Requisition ID:** _EUR015MX_

**EOE/AA/Disabled/Veterans**

We are thrilled to share this fantastic opportunity for a student to join ouru202fEurope, Middle East & Africa (EMEA) Hotel Opening & Transition team. This is a great opportunity to experience hotel openings & conversions milestones both from an operational and corporate side of our business, and you will gain exposure to numerous projects.

From day one, you will be fully integrated into Team Hilton. Our placements offer vast exposure and opportunities, including networking with senior executives, involvement in regional conferences and for some, international travel.

Based in our EMEA headquarters, Watford, you will be part of a cohort of 50 Interns and take part in regular connect meetings and feedback sessions designed to support your development. You will benefit from a subsidised restaurant, a games area and a free in-house gym.

**u202fThe Opportunity**

You will support the team with a range of administrative and operational activities, supporting the openings & transitions processes, agnostically for all hotels:
Day-to-day support onboarding new hotels and teams. Support the hotelu2019s commercial and operational readiness. Support with data management and reporting, including wider business presentations and gathering feedback. Support the Senior Manager and Director of Openings & Transitions Central Services with the hotel transition process and administrative tasks. Work with the wider Brands & Central Operations team, particularly the Brand Performance Support EMEA team. You will also be involved in planning & organising activities. Travel may be required for internal meetings and some hotel openings.

This internship provides:
**Real Impact:** Your work will directly contribute to the successful launch of hotels across diverse markets. **Cross-Functional Exposure:** Work with teams across operations, brand, development, and commercial functions. **Professional Development:** Gain valuable experience in project management, stakeholder engagement, and strategic planning. **Experience in a dynamic environment:** Be part of a fast-paced, collaborative team where no two days are the same.

**Why choose us?**

Embarking on our year in industry programme is a transformative journey, encompassing a structured framework of learning and development activities. Here's what you can look forward to:
**Learning and Development:** Interns have access to Hilton University to enhance their skills and contribute meaningfully to ongoing projects. **Networking:** Our interns can connect with professionals across the business, paving the way for valuable relationships. **Feedback and Growth:** Regular evaluations and feedback sessions will ensure our interns receive guidance and an opportunity to continually improve. **Cross-Exposure:** Opportunity to gain insight into another function. **Hilton Perks:** Including our Go Hilton TM Travel Program, which provides you with access to heavily reduced hotel room rates for you, your family & friends. **Salary & Benefits:** u00a326,000 Gross PA & private healthcare. **Location:** EMEA Regional Headquarters, Watford. Our placements are office based with flexibility offered across some teams.

**What are we looking for?**
A strong sense of alignment to our culture and values . A current Bacheloru2019s or Masteru2019s student with a required 12-month year in industry placement as part of your degree. Availability to start 13th of July 2026, full-time, for a 12-month placement. Eligibility to work in the UK. If you are a non-UK national, without EU Settled or Pre-Settled Status then you will need to be studying at a UK university to be eligible to undertake a placement here. Fluency in English (speaking, reading, and writing). Excellent communication and presentation skills. Exceptionally organised, comfortable prioritising tasks and working to deadlines. Additional EMEA language skills would be advantageous, although not essential.

**What is it like working for Hilton?**

Hilton is one of the world's largest and fastest-growing hospitality companies, with 24 distinct brands and over 8,000 locations. We have recently been ranked by our employees as #1 World's Best Hospitality Workplace awarded by Great Place to Work & Fortune.

We value and celebrate our team members diversities and individualism and foster a culture of belonging across our organisation. Joining Hilton will give you the opportunity to contribute to our rich culture and give back to the community. Our Team Member Resource Groups in UK focus on Abilities, Generations, Pride, Womenu2019s and Ethnic representation. You can find details on our Culture page.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We will ensure that qualified individuals with protected disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions of the role. Please contact us to request accommodation.

CORPORATE PLACEMENTS ( u202f

**Selection Process**

Please apply now, applications close onu202f **Sunday 2nd November 2025.** We receive a high volume of applications, so thank you for your patience while we carefully review each one to give it the attention it deserves.

If your application is successful, you may be invited to complete a one-way video interview and online assessment. These help us get to know you better and assess if the placement could be a great match. Keep an eye on your inbox, and we encourage you to complete each step as soon as you can. Our EMEA Graduate Recruitment Team will be in touch to let you know the outcome.

**Good luck, we are looking forward to meeting you!**

**Job:** _Universities_

**Title:** _2026 Corporate Hotel Operations - Openings Placement_

**Location:** _null_

**Requisition ID:** _EUR015MX_

**EOE/AA/Disabled/Veterans**

**Hilton is one of the largest and fastest growing hospitality companies in the world, with more than 7,600 properties with more than 1.1 million rooms in 126 countries and territories. In the 100 years since our founding, we have defined the hospitality industry and established a portfolio of 24 world-class brands, including our flagship Hilton Hotels & Resorts brand, which is the most recognized hotel brand in the world. Hilton was recently crowned Worldu2019s Best Workplace by Great Places to Work and Fortune Magazine and we have more than 170 million members in our awardu2013winning customer loyalty program, Hilton Honors.**

**Position Statement:**

In-house Counsel position within the Legal Department providing legal support to business partners, regional offices, and hotels across Europe, the Middle East and Africa. You will provide legal expertise across a wide range of commercial contracts to support corporate initiatives and hotels operated by Hilton, including agreements for procurement, food and beverage, sales, and engineering operations. You will serve as legal adviser to various corporate functions, including Corporate Communications, Corporate Supply Management, Sales, Finance, Human Resources, and Risk Management. Additionally, you will serve as the legal lead for the range of contractual matters required to support hotels prepare for openings.

You will form part of the Operations Legal team reporting to the Vice President & Senior Counsel, International Franchising, and Operations and Development EMEA. (Please note that this is not a Legal Operations role in the sense of overseeing the budget of the legal team or legal department initiatives. Rather, this role refers to providing legal support to hotels preparing for opening and hotels currently operated by Hilton across its portfolio of brands, as well as to corporate functions within Hilton.)

Your responsibilities will also include:

Providing appropriate and timely advice, consistent with company policies and procedures.

Drafting and negotiating a wide suite of commercial contracts, including agreements for hotels and for corporate departments such as Supply Management, Sales, Finance and Engineering Operations.

Supporting HR with corporate and hotel-level employee related matters, policies and guidance, including compensation and benefits initiatives.

For hotels preparing for opening, assessing whether any applicable conditions in the hotelu2019s management or franchise agreement have been satisfied, preparing localised powers of attorney for hotel bank accounts, partnering with HR on local employment law issues relevant for the employment of team members, supporting the business understand any regulatory and governmental approvals that may apply, and generally providing legal support for the range of contracts entered into by the hotel during its pre-opening phase.

Assisting with hotel-level leases, licences, and concession agreements.

Supporting the Risk and Safety & Security team with various legal matters including crisis management.

Supporting the F&B team with NDAu2019s, franchise, license, third party and outsourcing agreements for chefs, restaurants, and consultancy services.

Providing advice to managed hotels and business partners on contentious and non-contentious matters, collecting information and preparing documentation in relation to actual and anticipated disputes and assisting in the preparation for litigation, mediation and arbitration.

Assisting various business functions including Government Affairs, Corporate Communications, Finance, Human Resources, Brands, and Development.

Developing and maintaining constructive and cooperative working relationships within the Legal Department, internal business partners, and external legal counsel.

Providing support and strategic guidance to the business when contractual disputes arise, working to protect the company and find appropriate commercial solutions when available.

Helping to ensure the Legal Departmentu2019s EMEA operations are conducted within established budgetary parameters and requirements including engaging and managing outside counsel in accordance with engagement policies and budgets.

Assisting legal colleagues globally in the coordination, deployment and implementation of global initiatives and priorities.

Formulating and delivering training programs for business partners, and identifying, planning and implementing additional self-service programs for business partners to help themselves on recurring matters wherever possible.

Working with Hilton Legalu2019s standard systems and procedures and assisting in their continuous improvement and updating.

Undertaking knowhow development and management for the Operations group.

Leveraging effective partnerships with outside counsel resources, internal clients, and other corporate departments.

How you will collaborate with others:

You will work closely within the Operations team in Legal, including with global colleagues. You will also collaborate and work with colleagues in the legal development, employment, compliance, privacy, commercial services, anti-competition, dispute resolution and intellectual property teams.

You will also work with business partners leading or supporting hotel operations, and across other business functions critical to Hiltonu2019s wider business.

Direct Reports: N/a.

**What are we looking for?**

As a problem solver, you will seek to find solutions to drive the business goals, while advising on risk.

A creative thinker, you will find solutions to problems, connect business partners with legal experts and constantly think of ways to be more efficient and collaborative.

Exceptional critical thinking and both quantitative and qualitative analytical skills, with the ability to use logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions to problems.

Ability to understand complex legal concepts and relay them in persuasive, simple terms to business partners to enable informed decision-making.

Ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusions, even among seemingly unrelated events.

Absolute discretion and confidentiality regarding sensitive information.

Developed and demonstrable legal drafting skills and legal analysis.

**Attributes/skills**

The success in this role will demonstrate itself through the following attributes and skills:

Comfortable working with legal professionals (both in-house and in private practice).

Ability to exercise independent judgment, decision making skills and discretion (with supporting guidance from the legal team) to consider the relative costs and benefits of potential actions and to provide recommendations for optimal solutions.

Ability to work well under pressure and effectively handle multiple, concurrent demands and appropriately prioritise responsibilities.

Effective communication and comprehension skills, with the ability to clearly and concisely express ideas both verbally and in writing.

Ability to establish and maintain productive working relationships with key internal and external partners.

Experience negotiating contracts.

Keen attention to detail.

Ability to cut through ambiguity and obtain/review/implement local law advice from a variety of jurisdictions with different legal systems.

Understanding of corporate structures and different forms of legal persons, as well as financial statement and structures.

Experience of working in a large organisation with the ability to co-ordinate with different offices and functions.

A hands-on, pragmatic work style u2013 a u201cdoeru201d.

Act on your own initiative and know when it is appropriate to seek support or guidance.

Excellent organisational skills, the ability to manage a large number and variety of mission-critical projects, working both independently and collaboratively and often against tight deadlines with the ability to prioritise and follow up where required.

Strong project management skills, including the ability to manage details through to completion and ensure project deadlines are met.

Resilient, assertive, patient, robust and independent.

A self-starter with confidence and high degree of professionalism.

Self-motivated and success orientated.

Able to work alone and as part of a small professional team.

Efficient and well organised.

Sound and practical business judgement and strong commercial awareness.

Strict compliance with applicable laws, company policies and the highest standards of professional responsibility, ethics and integrity.

Ability to demonstrate and exemplify hospitable service skills appropriate to the hospitality industry.

Ability and desire to take responsibility and act in a fast paced environment.

**Required Qualifications**

Significant PQE

LLB/BA/BS/Bachelor's Degree u2013 a law degree from a u2018common lawu2019 jurisdiction (or equivalent professional training)

Completion of the Legal Practice Course or Bar Vocational Course (or equivalent professional training)

Experience in a law firm and/or in-house legal department as a counsel (or equivalent position)

Commercial law and marketing law experience, including drafting and negotiating commercial contracts and understanding of corporate structures

Strong IT skills and numerically literate

Proficient in carrying out legal research

Ability to travel when required to do so u %

**Preferred Qualifications/Experience**

The preferred candidate would have experience in a law firm and/or in-house legal department

Understanding of hotel sector and hotel operations in particular

**What will it be like to work for Hilton?**

Hilton is the leading global hospitality company, spanning the lodging sector from luxurious full-service hotels and resorts to extended-stay suites and mid-priced hotels. For more than a century, Hilton has offered business and leisure travelers the finest in accommodations, service, amenities and value. Hilton is dedicated to continuing its tradition of providing exceptional guest experiences across its global brands. Our vision u201cto fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitalityu201d unites us as a team to create remarkable hospitality experiences around the world every day. And, our amazing Team Members are at the heart of it all!

#li-sh1

**Job:** _Legal_

**Title:** _Director & Counsel, Hotel Openings & Operations EMEA_

**Location:** _null_

**Requisition ID:** _EUR015K6_

**EOE/AA/Disabled/Veterans**

**Hilton is one of the largest and fastest growing hospitality companies in the world, with more than 7,600 properties with more than 1.1 million rooms in 126 countries and territories. In the 100 years since our founding, we have defined the hospitality industry and established a portfolio of 24 world-class brands, including our flagship Hilton Hotels & Resorts brand, which is the most recognized hotel brand in the world. Hilton was recently crowned Worldu2019s Best Workplace by Great Places to Work and Fortune Magazine and we have more than 170 million members in our awardu2013winning customer loyalty program, Hilton Honors.**

**Position Statement:**

In-house Counsel position within the Legal Department providing legal support to business partners, regional offices, and hotels across Europe, the Middle East and Africa. You will provide legal expertise across a wide range of commercial contracts to support corporate initiatives and hotels operated by Hilton, including agreements for procurement, food and beverage, sales, and engineering operations. You will serve as legal adviser to various corporate functions, including Corporate Communications, Corporate Supply Management, Sales, Finance, Human Resources, and Risk Management. Additionally, you will serve as the legal lead for the range of contractual matters required to support hotels prepare for openings.

You will form part of the Operations Legal team reporting to the Vice President & Senior Counsel, International Franchising, and Operations and Development EMEA. (Please note that this is not a Legal Operations role in the sense of overseeing the budget of the legal team or legal department initiatives. Rather, this role refers to providing legal support to hotels preparing for opening and hotels currently operated by Hilton across its portfolio of brands, as well as to corporate functions within Hilton.)

Your responsibilities will also include:

Providing appropriate and timely advice, consistent with company policies and procedures.

Drafting and negotiating a wide suite of commercial contracts, including agreements for hotels and for corporate departments such as Supply Management, Sales, Finance and Engineering Operations.

Supporting HR with corporate and hotel-level employee related matters, policies and guidance, including compensation and benefits initiatives.

For hotels preparing for opening, assessing whether any applicable conditions in the hotelu2019s management or franchise agreement have been satisfied, preparing localised powers of attorney for hotel bank accounts, partnering with HR on local employment law issues relevant for the employment of team members, supporting the business understand any regulatory and governmental approvals that may apply, and generally providing legal support for the range of contracts entered into by the hotel during its pre-opening phase.

Assisting with hotel-level leases, licences, and concession agreements.

Supporting the Risk and Safety & Security team with various legal matters including crisis management.

Supporting the F&B team with NDAu2019s, franchise, license, third party and outsourcing agreements for chefs, restaurants, and consultancy services.

Providing advice to managed hotels and business partners on contentious and non-contentious matters, collecting information and preparing documentation in relation to actual and anticipated disputes and assisting in the preparation for litigation, mediation and arbitration.

Assisting various business functions including Government Affairs, Corporate Communications, Finance, Human Resources, Brands, and Development.

Developing and maintaining constructive and cooperative working relationships within the Legal Department, internal business partners, and external legal counsel.

Providing support and strategic guidance to the business when contractual disputes arise, working to protect the company and find appropriate commercial solutions when available.

Helping to ensure the Legal Departmentu2019s EMEA operations are conducted within established budgetary parameters and requirements including engaging and managing outside counsel in accordance with engagement policies and budgets.

Assisting legal colleagues globally in the coordination, deployment and implementation of global initiatives and priorities.

Formulating and delivering training programs for business partners, and identifying, planning and implementing additional self-service programs for business partners to help themselves on recurring matters wherever possible.

Working with Hilton Legalu2019s standard systems and procedures and assisting in their continuous improvement and updating.

Undertaking knowhow development and management for the Operations group.

Leveraging effective partnerships with outside counsel resources, internal clients, and other corporate departments.

How you will collaborate with others:

You will work closely within the Operations team in Legal, including with global colleagues. You will also collaborate and work with colleagues in the legal development, employment, compliance, privacy, commercial services, anti-competition, dispute resolution and intellectual property teams.

You will also work with business partners leading or supporting hotel operations, and across other business functions critical to Hiltonu2019s wider business.

Direct Reports: N/a.

**What are we looking for?**

As a problem solver, you will seek to find solutions to drive the business goals, while advising on risk.

A creative thinker, you will find solutions to problems, connect business partners with legal experts and constantly think of ways to be more efficient and collaborative.

Exceptional critical thinking and both quantitative and qualitative analytical skills, with the ability to use logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions to problems.

Ability to understand complex legal concepts and relay them in persuasive, simple terms to business partners to enable informed decision-making.

Ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusions, even among seemingly unrelated events.

Absolute discretion and confidentiality regarding sensitive information.

Developed and demonstrable legal drafting skills and legal analysis.

**Attributes/skills**

The success in this role will demonstrate itself through the following attributes and skills:

Comfortable working with legal professionals (both in-house and in private practice).

Ability to exercise independent judgment, decision making skills and discretion (with supporting guidance from the legal team) to consider the relative costs and benefits of potential actions and to provide recommendations for optimal solutions.

Ability to work well under pressure and effectively handle multiple, concurrent demands and appropriately prioritise responsibilities.

Effective communication and comprehension skills, with the ability to clearly and concisely express ideas both verbally and in writing.

Ability to establish and maintain productive working relationships with key internal and external partners.

Experience negotiating contracts.

Keen attention to detail.

Ability to cut through ambiguity and obtain/review/implement local law advice from a variety of jurisdictions with different legal systems.

Understanding of corporate structures and different forms of legal persons, as well as financial statement and structures.

Experience of working in a large organisation with the ability to co-ordinate with different offices and functions.

A hands-on, pragmatic work style u2013 a u201cdoeru201d.

Act on your own initiative and know when it is appropriate to seek support or guidance.

Excellent organisational skills, the ability to manage a large number and variety of mission-critical projects, working both independently and collaboratively and often against tight deadlines with the ability to prioritise and follow up where required.

Strong project management skills, including the ability to manage details through to completion and ensure project deadlines are met.

Resilient, assertive, patient, robust and independent.

A self-starter with confidence and high degree of professionalism.

Self-motivated and success orientated.

Able to work alone and as part of a small professional team.

Efficient and well organised.

Sound and practical business judgement and strong commercial awareness.

Strict compliance with applicable laws, company policies and the highest standards of professional responsibility, ethics and integrity.

Ability to demonstrate and exemplify hospitable service skills appropriate to the hospitality industry.

Ability and desire to take responsibility and act in a fast paced environment.

**Required Qualifications**

Significant PQE

LLB/BA/BS/Bachelor's Degree u2013 a law degree from a u2018common lawu2019 jurisdiction (or equivalent professional training)

Completion of the Legal Practice Course or Bar Vocational Course (or equivalent professional training)

Experience in a law firm and/or in-house legal department as a counsel (or equivalent position)

Commercial law and marketing law experience, including drafting and negotiating commercial contracts and understanding of corporate structures

Strong IT skills and numerically literate

Proficient in carrying out legal research

Ability to travel when required to do so u %

**Preferred Qualifications/Experience**

The preferred candidate would have experience in a law firm and/or in-house legal department

Understanding of hotel sector and hotel operations in particular

**What will it be like to work for Hilton?**

Hilton is the leading global hospitality company, spanning the lodging sector from luxurious full-service hotels and resorts to extended-stay suites and mid-priced hotels. For more than a century, Hilton has offered business and leisure travelers the finest in accommodations, service, amenities and value. Hilton is dedicated to continuing its tradition of providing exceptional guest experiences across its global brands. Our vision u201cto fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitalityu201d unites us as a team to create remarkable hospitality experiences around the world every day. And, our amazing Team Members are at the heart of it all!

#li-sh1

**Job:** _Legal_

**Title:** _Director & Counsel, Hotel Openings & Operations EMEA_

**Location:** _null_

**Requisition ID:** _EUR015K6_

**EOE/AA/Disabled/Veterans**

We are thrilled to share this fantastic opportunity for a student to join our Europe, Middle East & Africa (EMEA) Hotel Opening & Transition team. This is a great opportunity to experience hotel openings & conversion milestones both from an operational and corporate side of our business, and you will gain exposure to numerous projects.
From day one, you will be fully integrated into Team Hilton. Our placements offer vast exposure and opportunities, including networking with senior executives, involvement in regional conferences and for some, international travel.
Based in our EMEA headquarters, Watford, you will be part of a cohort of 50 Interns and take part in regular connect meetings and feedback sessions designed to support your development. You will benefit from a subsidised restaurant, a games area and a free in-house gym.
** The Opportunity**
You will support the team with a range of administrative and operational activities, supporting the openings & transitions processes, agnostically for all hotels:
+ Day-to-day support onboarding new hotels and teams.
+ Support the hotel's commercial and operational readiness.
+ Support with data management and reporting, including wider business presentations and gathering feedback.
+ Support the Senior Manager and Director of Openings & Transitions Central Services with the hotel transition process and administrative tasks.
+ Work with the wider Brands & Central Operations team, particularly the Brand Performance Support EMEA team.
+ You will also be involved in planning & organising activities. Travel may be required for internal meetings and some hotel openings.
This internship provides:
+ **Real Impact:** Your work will directly contribute to the successful launch of hotels across diverse markets.
+ **Cross-Functional Exposure:** Work with teams across operations, brand, development, and commercial functions.
+ **Professional Development:** Gain valuable experience in project management, stakeholder engagement, and strategic planning.
+ **Experience in a dynamic environment:** Be part of a fast-paced, collaborative team where no two days are the same.
**Why choose us?**
Embarking on our year in industry programme is a transformative journey, encompassing a structured framework of learning and development activities. Here's what you can look forward to:
+ **Learning and Development:** Interns have access to Hilton University to enhance their skills and contribute meaningfully to ongoing projects.
+ **Networking:** Our interns can connect with professionals across the business, paving the way for valuable relationships.
+ **Feedback and Growth:** Regular evaluations and feedback sessions will ensure our interns receive guidance and an opportunity to continually improve.
+ **Cross-Exposure:** Opportunity to gain insight into another function.
+ **Hilton Perks:** Including our Go Hilton TM Travel Program, which provides you with access to heavily reduced hotel room rates for you, your family & friends.
+ **Salary & Benefits:** £26,000 Gross PA & private healthcare.
+ **Location:** EMEA Regional Headquarters, Watford. Our placements are office based with flexibility offered across some teams.
**What are we looking for?**
+ A strong sense of alignment to our culture and values .
+ A current Bachelor's or Master's student with a required 12-month year in industry placement as part of your degree.
+ Availability to start 13th of July 2026, full-time, for a 12-month placement.
+ Eligibility to work in the UK. If you are a non-UK national, without EU Settled or Pre-Settled Status then you will need to be studying at a UK university to be eligible to undertake a placement here.
+ Fluency in English (speaking, reading, and writing).
+ Excellent communication and presentation skills.
+ Exceptionally organised, comfortable prioritising tasks and working to deadlines.
+ Additional EMEA language skills would be advantageous, although not essential.
**What is it like working for Hilton?**
Hilton is one of the world's largest and fastest-growing hospitality companies, with 24 distinct brands and over 8,000 locations. We have recently been ranked by our employees as #1 World's Best Hospitality Workplace awarded by Great Place to Work & Fortune.
We value and celebrate our team members diversities and individualism and foster a culture of belonging across our organisation. Joining Hilton will give you the opportunity to contribute to our rich culture and give back to the community. Our Team Member Resource Groups in the UK focus on Abilities, Generations, Pride, Women's and Ethnic representation. You can find details on our Culture page.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We will ensure that qualified individuals with protected disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions of the role. Please contact us to request accommodation.
CORPORATE PLACEMENTS (  
**Selection Process**
Please apply now, applications close on  **Sunday 2nd November 2025.** We receive a high volume of applications, so thank you for your patience while we carefully review each one to give it the attention it deserves.
If your application is successful, you may be invited to complete a one-way video interview and online assessment. These help us get to know you better and assess if the placement could be a great match. Keep an eye on your inbox, and we encourage you to complete each step as soon as you can. Our EMEA Graduate Recruitment Team will be in touch to let you know the outcome.
**Good luck, we are looking forward to meeting you!**
**Job:** _Universities_
**Title:** _2026 Corporate Hotel Operations - Openings Placement_
**Location:** _null_
**Requisition ID:** _EUR015MX_
**EOE/AA/Disabled/Veterans**