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**Job Number** 25148684

**Job Category** Legal

**Location** Marriott International HQ, 7750 Wisconsin Avenue, Bethesda, Maryland, United States, 20814VIEW ON MAP (https://www.google.com/maps?q=Marriott%20International%20HQ%2C%207750%20Wisconsin%20Avenue%2C%20Bethesda%2C%20Maryland%2C%20United%20States%2C%2020814)

**Schedule** Full Time

**Located Remotely?** N

**Position Type** Management

JOB SUMMARY

Marriott operates and franchises hotels and licenses vacation ownership resorts and branded residential properties. Marriott’s Law Department services the Company's lodging and hospitality business and provides legal advice and counsel to Marriott’s internal clients.

As Legal Counsel, Global Privacy & AI, you will be a trusted advisor to our hospitality business leaders—offering practical, forward-thinking guidance on privacy, AI, and data-related matters that touch every corner of our operations. In this role, you will counsel the business on the intersection between innovative technology and the law and help shape how we navigate these high-impact areas across the company.

This role provides legal support and leadership for our Individual Rights and Privacy Impact and AI Assessment programs, partnering closely with the business teams that run them day-to-day. You will be expected to interpret complex global privacy and AI laws and translate them into actionable, business-aligned strategies—always with a focus on creativity, compliance, and clarity.

Success in this role requires more than legal acumen. We are looking for someone with maturity, emotional intelligence, and sound judgment to balance competing priorities, manage complex projects, build trust across teams, and deliver advice for complex issues in a simplified way that supports both risk mitigation and innovation. If you are energized by complexity, eager to learn from top-tier colleagues, and ready to make a meaningful impact, we’d love to hear from you.

The Legal Counsel, Global Privacy & AI will be a member of Marriott International’s Law Department in the Global Legal Compliance group at Marriott’s corporate headquarters in Bethesda, Maryland, USA. This is a hybrid role with an expectation to be in the office at least three (3) days a week.

CANDIDATE PROFILE

Education and Experience

We are looking for a sharp, curious legal mind who thrives in a collaborative environment and is eager to learn from the best. If you bring stellar references, a passion for the intersection between technology and the law, and a desire to grow with a high-performing team, we’d love to meet you.

_Required_

A J.D. from a top law school and admission to the Bar in any U.S. state.

At least 5 years of legal experience.

Ability to manage others and oversee programs related to IRRs, PIAs and AI Risk Assessments, Data Retention, privacy complaints, and to advise on Data Protection Agreements and contracts related to IT technology and data.

An entrepreneurial spirit and desire to find ways to utilize technology to mature the Privacy and AI Governance programs.

Ability to engage with technical experts and communicate legal obligations to a technical audience.

Comfort working with cross-functional teams and fostering collaboration across departments.

Strong project management skills and a proactive approach to practicing law along with the ability to juggle priorities, meet deadlines, and drive results in a fast-paced, consensus-driven environment.

Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with the ability to simplify complex legal and technical topics for diverse audiences.

A growth mindset—self-aware, reflective, and open to feedback to lead with confidence and humility.

Cultural fluency and flexibility to support global teams across time zones and business contexts.

A calm, constructive approach to conflict and the ability to influence outcomes with diplomacy.

Comfortable working independently and owning outcomes.

Willingness to travel for business as needed.

_Preferred_

We prefer firsthand work experience translating global privacy, data protection, and AI regulations and frameworks (such as the GDPR, CCPA, PIPEDA, the EU AI Act, and NIST) into clear, practical, and savvy business solutions, but we are intrigued to consider litigators or compliance attorneys with a strong desire to learn and pivot their practice to privacy, AI and technology.

Experience advising on marketing technologies and compliance issues such as data collection and processing procedures, cookies and tracking technologies, and consent.

CORE WORK ACTIVITIES

Be a go-to advisor for our hospitality leaders—offering practical, business-savvy guidance on global privacy and AI laws and emerging tech regulations (think GDPR, CPRA, LGPD, PIPEDA, the EU AI Act and the NIST AI Risk Management Framework), with a special emphasis on Canada, the Caribbean, Latin America, and the U.S.

Provide guidance on the development and use of AI technologies and help drive AI Governance across the organization, collaborating with multiple stakeholders around the world.

Stay ahead of the curve by tracking privacy, AI, and data trends and regulations - then translating the legal complexity into simple, clear, actionable guidance, especially in fast-evolving areas like AdTech and AI.

Lead Marriott’s Individual Rights Requests (IRR) program—partnering with business teams, managing escalations, and working closely with our Data Protection Officer to resolve regulatory inquiries with confidence and to successful conclusion.

Guide the team that oversees the global Privacy Impact Assessment (PIA) program, ensuring our practices align with Privacy-by-Design principles and global legal standards.

Serve as the lead legal negotiator for Data Protection Agreements.

Champion privacy and AI awareness across the company—delivering training, fielding questions, and keeping teams informed and empowered.

Own the development and upkeep of our privacy and AI notices, policies, and disclosures, assuring that they are clear, current, and aligned with our values.

Play a key role in the day-to-day operations of the Global Privacy Office.

The salary range for this position is $147,000 to $205,200 annually. Marriott offers a bonus program, comprehensive health care benefits, 401(k) plan with up to 5% company match, employee stock purchase plan at 15% discount, accrued paid time off (including sick leave where applicable), life insurance, group disability insurance, travel discounts, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, health savings account (except for positions based out of or performed in Hawaii), flexible spending accounts, tuition assistance, pre-tax commuter benefits, other life and work wellness benefits, and may include other incentives such as stock awards and deferred compensation plans. Benefits and incentive compensation may be subject to generally applicable eligibility, waiting period, contribution, and other requirements and conditions.

The compensation and benefits information is provided as of the date of this posting. Marriott reserves the right to modify compensation and benefits at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law.

_At Marriott International, we are dedicated to being an equal opportunity employer, welcoming all and providing access to opportunity. We actively foster an environment where the unique backgrounds of our associates are valued and celebrated. Our greatest strength lies in the rich blend of culture, talent, and experiences of our associates.  We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, including disability, veteran status, or other basis protected by 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.