Contracts Lawyer job opportunity at Harbor Global.

Harbor Global Contracts Lawyer

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Harbor is seeking a Contracts Lawyer to join our growing consulting delivery team. By providing strategic, technology and operational services to clients in the legal, professional and financial services industries, our Contracts Lawyers are a highly talented group of licensed legal professionals who offer a unique blend of consulting and legal experience across several industries and disciplines. Our employees are our greatest competitive advantage. The Vendor Governance Solutions (VGS) team assists clients in procuring goods and services, reducing costs across a variety of areas, optimizing business processes and improving stakeholder value. This is a matrix role that reports into the Contract Team yet receives work assignments through the client leads assigned to the client(s) you support. As a part of Harbor's VGS team, we will rely on you to work closely with project team members and client personnel, facilitating the review of vendor contracts, supporting negotiations with vendors to optimize terms and conditions, and adhering to both the client’s and VGS’ contracts administration process. We look to you both to mitigate risk and create value by developing contracts that meet or exceed the needs of our clients. This is a unique role that combines the legal acumen of an attorney with the flexibility and responsiveness of a consultant. This is a fully remote role that can sit anywhere across the US with little to no travel involved. Responsibilities: Apply playbook standards to redline and edit contract language while incorporating client-defined standards and additionally suggest alternate terms based on the services and products related to the engagement. Identify terms and conditions options, and/or carve-out strategies, to VGS personnel and client stakeholders to resolve contract negotiation roadblocks while limiting risk. Liaise with client’s in-house legal counsel in the review and final approval of initial contracts and renewals. Engage with Harbor’s client leads and department leaders to discuss upcoming contract renewals. Facilitate contract terms negotiation process and act as liaison between internal and external personnel throughout process including identifying points of escalation. Communicate pertinent information in the terms and conditions of each contract to appropriate end users and stakeholders. Effectively manage pipeline of work including tracking status of reviews, providing proactive updates to external stakeholders and internal client leads, and timely follow up with both internal and external stakeholders. Assist with the contracts administration process by updating any contract status and newly signed documents into our system. Act as key point of contact for any questions / needs regarding contracts assigned to you. Develop, update and administer standard agreement templates and related playbooks. Support Vendor Governance processes including on/off boarding of vendors, risk management, and relationship management Facilitate and attend proactive planning and contract management meetings with key stakeholders. Perform any other contracts related duties as necessary. Education + Experience Requirements: A Juris Doctorate (JD) and a license to practice law in any US State is required. 4+ years of work experience in contract development, redlining, legal terms review, negotiations, contract management. Law Firm background preferable but not necessary. Strong familiarity with Vendor Agreements including, Professional Services Agreements, Software as a Service Agreements, Data Privacy Agreements, Software License Agreements, Event and Sponsorship Agreements. Experience with US commercial contracts laws for contract review is required. Additional Qualifications: Proven ability to interpret complex policies and legal language and assess business risk and help plan a risk mitigation approach. Ability to build collaborative relationships and effectively communicate (orally and written) with managers, internal clients, vendors, colleagues and support staff. Experience with law firm practices and operations. Demonstrates proactivity and takes ownership of daily responsibilities and projects, including contract administration Effective time management, prioritization and organizational skills in a multitasked environment Extremely responsive and customer-focused; appropriate follow-up and follow-through Commitment to superior quality and accuracy Willingness to learn and adapt to change Working knowledge of data privacy and data security laws (such as GDPR), and experience with reviewing and negotiating related contractual language is preferable. About Us: Harbor is the preeminent provider of expert services across strategy, legal technology, operations, and intelligence. Our globally integrated team of 800+ strategists, technologists, and specialists navigate alongside our clients – leading law firms, corporations, and their law departments – to provide essential resources and invaluable insights. Anchored in a rich heritage of deep knowledge, steadfast relationships, and mutual respect, our unwavering dedication lies in shaping the future of the legal industry and fostering enduring partnerships within our community and ecosystem. Harbor is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, civil union status, national origin, ancestry, age, parental status, disabled status, veteran status, or any other legally protected classification, in accordance with applicable law.

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