SVP, Treasury and Hotel Finance

Position Overview

The Global Treasury department determines the financial instruments for new hotel development transactions and financial restructuring for capital investments. The SVP, Treasury and Hotel Finance will provide leadership and oversight on Marriott's loan, guaranty, equity, and lease transactions in support of new development, asset sales, asset management and property refurbishment programs. Working closely with internal and external stakeholders, including business leaders, bankers, and executives/principals of owners/franchisees, the SVP will be responsible for structuring, negotiating and closing project specific transactions utilizing Marriott Capital.

The SVP will also identify and arrange third-party financing alternatives for potential owners/investors and franchisees.

Key Responsibilities

* Develop relationships with global capital sources to finance lodging projects and facilitate new unit growth.

* Underwrite structure, negotiate and approve the terms and conditions of capital investments that take the form of loans, leases and contingent liabilities.

* Monitor/manage Mi's exposure in construction projects and recommend solutions to problem property situations including restructuring Mi's capital involvement in projects as needed to protect Marriott's balance sheet exposure.

* Identify opportunities to optimize Marriott's growth potential and enhance Marriott's long-term ROIC.

* Identify opportunities to restructure asset intensive businesses and/or sell notes and other assets on MI's balance sheet to reduce exposure.

* Establish the market criteria for valuation purposes and capital recyclability.

* Develop and maintain strong relationships with Corporate and Continent leadership as well as key influencers in the real estate lending/investing industry

* Champion excellence in business ethics and integrity, social responsibility, cross-cultural effectiveness, and associate engagement.

* Performs other duties as assigned to meet business needs.

Qualifications

* Education and Experience:

* Bachelor's in Finance, Business Administration or related discipline required. MBA, or equivalent, preferred.

* 10+ year's experience in real estate lending, loan documentation, credit/financial analysis, investment banking or commercial banking environment.

* Demonstrated success in establishing financial projections, identifying risks, and potential financial exposure.

* Knowledge and

Skills:

* Results oriented. Delivers results under difficult conditions and demonstrates balanced judgment under pressure.

* Strong working knowledge of real estate and capital markets, including first mortgage and mezzanine financings.

* Ability to create innovative approaches to structuring deals and transactions, including the management of financial aspects of a deal and the key relationships of all parties involved.

* Excellent technical finance and analytical skills. Proven understanding of economic valuation theories and processes. Ability to comprehend complicated operating and financial agreements.

* Ability to take large volumes of complex information and present it in a clear and concise manner appropriate for senior management decision-making.

* Ability to sell ideas persuasively, settle differences, and win concessions without damaging relationships.

* Excellent interpersonal skills. Must be a successful "networker" and able to build and maintain effective relationships internally and externally.

* Anticipates and quickly seizes opportunities to improve business performance

* Identifies business innovations and other profitable opportunities by drawing on diverse sources of information

Marriott International is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive, people-first culture. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, such as disability and veteran status, or any other basis covered under applicable law.