Contracts Lawyer

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Implement playbook standards to revise and modify contract language while integrating client-defined criteria and proposing alternative terms for procurement engagements.

• Recognize terms, conditions, and carve-out strategies to overcome contract negotiation obstacles while minimizing risk.

• Collaborate with clients' in-house legal teams during the examination and final approval of initial contracts and renewals.

• Engage with Harbor client leads and department heads regarding upcoming contract renewals.

• Facilitate negotiations of contract terms and serve as a liaison among internal and external personnel, including identifying escalation points.

• Convey contract terms and conditions to end users and stakeholders.

• Oversee the work pipeline, monitor review status, meet KPIs, provide proactive updates, and follow up with stakeholders.

• Update contract statuses and newly signed documents in the contracts administration system.

• Act as a primary contact for inquiries and needs related to assigned contracts.

• Create, revise, and manage standard agreement templates and associated playbooks.

• Assist in vendor governance, which includes vendor onboarding and offboarding, risk management, and relationship management.

• Organize and participate in proactive planning and contract management meetings.

• Perform additional contract-related tasks as required.

• Collaborate closely with project team members and client personnel within a matrix structure, reporting primarily to a Business Unit Client Lead with legal oversight from the Contracts Team.

⛳️ Requirements

• Juris Doctorate (JD) and a valid license to practice law in any US State are required.

• A minimum of 4 years of experience in contract development, redlining, legal terms review, negotiations, and contract management.

• Strong knowledge of Professional Services Agreements, Software as a Service Agreements, software license agreements, and relevant contract provisions is required.

• Familiarity with emerging AI-related contract terms, including data usage, model training, output ownership, risk allocation, audit rights, and regulatory compliance.

• Ability to interpret complex policies and legal language, evaluate business risk, and devise risk mitigation strategies.

• Proficient in building collaborative relationships and communicating effectively, both orally and in writing, with managers, internal clients, vendors, colleagues, and support staff.

• Demonstrated proactivity and ownership of daily responsibilities and projects, including contract administration.

• Strong time management, prioritization, and organizational skills in a multitasking environment.

• Responsive and customer-oriented, with appropriate follow-up and follow-through.

• Commitment to quality and accuracy.

• Willingness to learn and adapt to changes.

• Familiarity with data privacy and data security laws, such as GDPR, along with experience in reviewing and negotiating related contractual language is preferred.

🏝️ Benefits

• Fully remote position with minimal to no travel required.

• Option for the ideal candidate in Chicago to work in a hybrid capacity from Harbor's Chicago headquarters.