Contracts Lawyer

Harbor

. Apply playbook standards to redline and edit contract language while incorporating client-defined standards and suggesting alternate terms for procurement engagements .

Posted 10/22/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in contract development, negotiation, and management, with a strong focus on Professional Services Agreements and Software as a Service Agreements. Proficient in risk assessment and mitigation strategies, alongside effective communication and relationship-building skills.

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Juris Doctorate (JD)Contract DevelopmentNegotiation SkillsProfessional Services AgreementsData Privacy Laws

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Hard Skills

Contract RedliningLegal Terms ReviewContract ManagementRisk AllocationRegulatory ComplianceData Usage TermsModel Training TermsAudit RightsContract AdministrationVendor Governance

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationProactivityTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsCustomer Focus

Tools & Technologies

Contracts Administration System

Certifications & Qualifications

License to Practice Law

Industry Keywords

Software License AgreementsEmerging AI-Related Contract TermsGDPRRisk ManagementContract Negotiation

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Apply playbook standards to redline and edit contract language while incorporating client-defined standards and suggesting alternate terms for procurement engagements
Identify terms, conditions, and carve-out strategies to resolve contract negotiation roadblocks while limiting risk
Liaise with clients’ in-house legal counsel during review and final approval of initial contracts and renewals
Engage Harbor client leads and department leaders regarding upcoming contract renewals
Facilitate contract-term negotiations and act as liaison between internal and external personnel, including identifying escalation points
Communicate contract terms and conditions to end users and stakeholders
Manage the work pipeline, track review status, meet KPIs, provide proactive updates, and follow up with stakeholders
Update contract statuses and newly signed documents in the contracts administration system
Serve as key contact for questions and needs regarding assigned contracts
Develop, update, and administer standard agreement templates and related playbooks
Support vendor governance, including vendor onboarding/offboarding, risk management, and relationship management
Facilitate and attend proactive planning and contract management meetings
Perform other contracts-related duties as necessary
Work 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

What you’ll need

Juris Doctorate (JD) and a license to practice law in any US State required
4+ years of work experience in contract development, redlining, legal terms review, negotiations, and contract management
Strong familiarity with Professional Services Agreements, Software as a Service Agreements, software license agreements, and related contract provisions required
Working knowledge of 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, assess business risk, and plan risk mitigation approaches
Ability to build collaborative relationships and communicate orally and in writing with managers, internal clients, vendors, colleagues, and support staff
Proactivity and ownership of daily responsibilities and projects, including contract administration
Effective time management, prioritization, and organizational skills in a multitasked environment
Responsive and customer-focused, with appropriate follow-up and follow-through
Commitment to quality and accuracy
Willingness to learn and adapt to change
Working knowledge of data privacy and data security laws, such as GDPR, and experience reviewing and negotiating related contractual language preferable

Benefits

Comp & perks

Fully remote role with little to no travel involved
Option for the ideal candidate in Chicago to work hybrid from Harbor's Chicago headquarters