**Description:** **The Opportunity** Hyatt seeks an enthusiastic Senior Analyst to join our Development Finance team. In this role, you will collaborate closely with the broader Development, Growth Operations, Feasibility, Finance, and Legal teams, where you’ll be instrumental in continuing to make Hyatt a leading hospitality company. You will be part of a team that is passionate about our purpose, committed to nurturing curiosity and new skills, and building connections with colleagues, customers, and guests across the organization. **Who We Are** At Hyatt, we believe in the power of belonging and creating a culture of care, where our colleagues become family. Since 1957, our colleagues and our guests have been at the heart of our business and helped Hyatt become one of the best and fastest-growing hospitality brands in the world. Our transformative growth and the addition of new hotels, brands, and business lines canopen the door for exciting career and growth opportunities for our colleagues. As we continue to grow, we never lose sight of what’s most important: People. We turn trips into journeys, encounters into experiences, and jobs into careers. **Why Now?** This is an exciting time to be at Hyatt. We are growing rapidly and are looking for passionate changemakers to be a part of our journey. The hospitality industry is resilient and continues to offer dynamic opportunities for upward mobility, and Hyatt is no exception. **How We Care for Our People** What sets us apart is our purpose—to care for people so they can be their best. Every business decision is made through the lens of our purpose, and it informs how we have and will continue to support each other as members of the Hyatt family.Our care for our colleagues is the key to our success. We’re proud to have earned a place on Fortune’s prestigious _100 Best Companies to Work For®_ list for the last ten years. This recognition is a testament to the tremendous way our Hyatt family continues to come together to care for one another, our commitment to a culture of inclusivity, empathy and respect, and making sure everyone feels like they belong. We’re proud to offer exceptional corporate benefits which include: · Annual allotment of free hotel stays at Hyatt hotels globally · Flexible work schedule · Work-life benefits including wellbeing initiatives such as a complimentary Headspace subscription, and a discount at the on-site fitness center · A global family assistance policy with paid time off following the birth or adoption of a child as well as financial assistance for adoption · Paid Time Off, Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K with company match **Who You Are** As our ideal candidate, you understand the power and purpose of our culture of care and embody our core values of Empathy, Inclusion, Integrity, Experimentation, Respect, and Wellbeing. You enjoy working with others, are results-driven, and are looking for a variety of opportunities to develop personally and professionally. **The Role** The Senior Analyst, Development Finance, will provide analytical support to various Hyatt teams to evaluate new hotel development projects, provide recommendations on existing hotels, and complete additional project analysis and ad hoc reporting as necessary. This position will report to the Senior Manager, Development Finance. •Support Development and Growth Operations in evaluating potential new hotel development projects, focusing on valuation and analysis of proposed transactions •Review and summarize financial performance, contract specifics, and capital needs •Assist Developers with efficient analysis and provide guidance to support decision-making related to deal negotiations •Prepare financial analysis for various teams involved in existing contract negotiations •Assist with the maintenance and enhancement of internal databases that provide reporting for pipeline and capital •Maintain and update valuation templates to increase modeling efficiency and accuracy to support complex deal structures •Support the monthly Development Committee process, including review of materials •Ability to support and prioritize multiple projects, deliver results in a timely and professional manner, and communicate effectively with team members and Senior Leadership •Assist with updating the valuation methodology, developer valuation tools, and market ranking tools as needed •Identify areas of opportunity for efficiencies and process improvement •Demonstrate a commitment to Hyatt’s core values **Qualifications:** **Experience Required:** •3 years of experience with financial modeling/analysis or underwriting •Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Hospitality, or Business-related field •Strong PC skills, including Excel, PowerPoint, and Microsoft Word **Experience Preferred:** •Experience in hospitality or knowledge of the hotel industry and valuation disciplines •Knowledge of hotel brands and market positioning, market drivers, operating and performance metrics The position responsibilities outlined above are in no way to be construed as all-encompassing. Other duties, responsibilities, and qualifications may be required and/or assigned as necessary. _The salary range for this position is $78,000 to $107,500. This position is also eligible to earn incentive awards and an annual bonus._ _The final pay rate/salary offered to the successful candidate will depend on experience, skill level and other qualifications for the role, as well as the location of the performance of work. Pay for the successful candidate will meet local requirements, including the local minimum wage rate._ **We welcome you:** Research shows that individuals tend to apply to jobs only if they meet all the listed job qualifications. Unsure if you check every box, but feeling inspired to enhance your career? Apply. We’d love to consider your unique experiences and how you could make Hyatt even better. _We value our relationships with recruitment partners and require that agencies contact us first before submitting any candidates. Hyatt will not be responsible for any fees and obligations associated with unsolicited submissions unless a formal agreement is in place._ **Primary Location:** US-IL-Chicago **Organization:** Hyatt Corporate Office **Pay Basis:** Yearly **Job Level:** Full-time **Job:** Finance **Req ID:** CHI015161 Hyatt is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, age, religion, disability, veteran status, genetic information, citizenship status or any other group protected by law.