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Description

At United, we like to solve puzzles. From where we fly to when we fly, and even what planes we fly, our Network Planning team crafts flight schedules and routes that connect you with hundreds of destinations around the world, while our Alliances team connects you with even more locations across the globe by partnering with other airlines to get you to the places that matter most. With over 4,500 direct and connecting flights across 5 continents daily, and the largest international route network of any U.S. based airline, our team designs travel experiences that our customers – and employees – love. Get ready to work on our biggest puzzle when you join the Network Planning & Alliances team.

Job overview and responsibilities

The Principal, Alliances is responsible for analyzing and optimizing the revenue performance of United's airline partnerships. The position requires a demonstrated ability to drive complex projects across multiple stakeholders within United or with external partners, proficiency in evaluating and communicating data regarding all facets of our interactions with partner airlines, and a demonstrated ability to provide insight into the resulting financial and functional implications.

+ Regular reporting and interpretation on revenue performance of each of United's partnerships to Alliance and other Commercial leadership constituents to understand economic implications and opportunities

+ Drive evaluation of economic value for proposed new and existing airline partnerships

+ Independently partner and negotiate with external airline partners as it relates to code share, revenue share, and other financial aspects of our partnerships

+ Develop and optimize enterprise-wide accepted alliance evaluation methodology and reporting, using and understanding fundamentals of airline economics

+ Collaborate within the Alliances and International Network organization to provide input and insight on continued optimization and performance of partner connectionsNOTE: This position provides a hybrid work arrangement including approximately 50% of the time spent working onsite at our Chicago office location and 50% remotely.

Qualifications

What’s needed to succeed (Minimum Qualifications):

+ Bachelor’s degree in Information systems, Economics, International Relations or related field

+ 4-8+ years of relevant experience, 3 years in airline industry preferred

+ Ability to manage projects across multiple stakeholders, internal and external

+ Strong knowledge of airline alliance, network, operations, and economics

+ Understanding of fundamentals of airline network planning, financial reporting, revenue accounting

+ Adeptness at problem solving and analysis, with ability to clearly communicate results and implications

+ Experience with SQL, data visualization tools, and/or revenue management systems preferred

+ Must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer without sponsorship

+ Successful completion of interview required to meet job qualification

+ Reliable, punctual attendance is an essential function of the position

What will help you propel from the pack (Preferred Qualifications):

+ Master’s Degree

+ Fluency in or comprehensive knowledge of a second language

+ International study or professional experience in a multi-cultural environment

+ Broad understanding of airline business model especially in Alliances, Revenue Management, Network, or financial reporting

The base pay range for this role is $102,220.00 to $133,194.00.

The base salary range/hourly rate listed is dependent on job-related, factors such as experience, education, and skills. This position is also eligible for bonus and/or long-term incentive compensation awards.

You may be eligible for the following competitive benefits: medical, dental, vision, life, accident & disability, parental leave, employee assistance program, commuter, paid holidays, paid time off, 401(k) and flight privileges.

United Airlines is an equal opportunity employer. United Airlines recruits, employs, trains, compensates and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, physical ability, age, veteran status and other protected status as required by applicable law. Equal Opportunity Employer - Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled/LGBT.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions. Please contact [email protected] to request accommodation.