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Contracts Lawyer
Harbor
Manila3d ago
About the role
<p><span data-contrast="auto"><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing"><strong>Harbor</strong> is seeking a <strong>Contracts Lawyer</strong> to join our growing consulting delivery team in the Philippines. By providing strategic, technology, and operational services to clients in the legal, professional, and financial services industries</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing">.</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing"> </span><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing">O</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing">ur Contracts Counsel</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing"> Team</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing"> </span><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing">is </span><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing">a highly talented</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing"> group of legal professionals who offer a unique blend of consulting and legal experience across several industries and disciplines.</span></span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="auto"><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing">Our employees are our greatest competitive advantage. The Business Operation Solutions (BOS) group </span><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing">assists</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing"> clients in </span><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing">procuring</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing"> goods and services, reducing costs across a variety of areas, </span><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing">optimizing</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing"> business processes, and improving stakeholder value.</span></span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="auto"><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing">This is a matrix role that primarily reports to a Business Unit Client Lead, with day-to-day work assignments managed at the client level. The role is als</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing">o supported by the broader Contracts Team, which provides legal oversight, coverage, and training.</span></span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="auto"><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing">As part of Harbor’s BOS team, you will work closely with project team members and client personnel to </span><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing">facilitate</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing"> the review of vendor contracts, support negotiations, and ensure adherence to both client and Harbor contract administration processes. You will play a key role in mitigating risk and creating value through effective</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing"> application of </span><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing">contract </span><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing"> standards</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing">, risk analysis, </span><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing">and negotiation, particularly within the context of US commercial contracting frameworks.</span></span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="auto"><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing">This is a hybrid role based out of Harbor’s Makati City office, requiring a combination of in-office and remote work. Due to the global nature of the role, candidates must be willing to </span><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing">work</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing"> US</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing">A</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing"> Central Time (9:00 AM – 5:00 PM CT) hours on a regular basis.</span></span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></p>
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<h4><span data-contrast="auto"><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing">Responsibilities:</span></span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></h4>
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<li><span data-contrast="auto"><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing">Apply playbook standards to review, redline, and edit contract language.</span></span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto"><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing">Identify</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing"> contractual options and strategies to resolve </span><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing">negotiation</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing"> roadblocks under US </span><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing"> </span><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing">legal frameworks.</span></span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto"><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing">Liaise with client in-house counsel for contract approvals.</span></span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto"><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing">Facilitate</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing"> negotiations and act as </span><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing">liaison</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing"> across stakeholders.</span></span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto"><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing">Communicate</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing"> contractual risks and obligations, including under US law.</span></span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto"><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing">Manage </span><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing">pipeline</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing"> </span><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing">of</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing"> contract reviews and stakeholder updates.</span></span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto"><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing">Maintain</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing"> contract records and documentation.</span></span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto"><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing">Develop templates aligned with US legal standards.</span></span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto"><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing">Support vendor governance and risk management.</span></span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
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<h4><span data-contrast="auto"><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing">Education & Experience Requirements:</span></span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></h4>
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<li><span data-contrast="auto"><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing">Bachelor of Laws (</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing">LLB</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing">)</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing"> or</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing"> Juris Doctor</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing"> </span><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing">(</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing">JD</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing">) </span><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing"> from</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing"> a recognized institution</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing"> is </span><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing">required</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing">.</span></span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto"><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing">Active membershi</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing">p</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing"> in good standing of the </span><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing">I</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing">ntegrated </span><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing">B</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing">ar of the </span><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing">P</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing">hili</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing">ppines</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing"> </span><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing">is</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing"> </span><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing">required</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing">.</span></span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto"><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing">4+ years of contract </span><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing">review </span><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing">experience.</span></span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto"><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing">Strong understanding of US commercial contract law.</span></span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto"><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing">Experience with MSAs, SaaS, data privacy, and licensing agreements.</span></span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
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<p><strong><span data-contrast="auto"><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing">Additional Qualifications:</span></span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></p>
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<li><span data-contrast="auto"><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing">Strong </span><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing">contract review, </span><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing">negoti</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing">ation, </span><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing">legal </span><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing">analysis</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing"> and risk assessment skills.</span></span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto"><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing">Excellent English communication skills.</span></span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto"><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing">Experience supporting US clients preferred.</span></span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto"><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing">Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.</span></span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto"><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing">Proactive, detail-oriented, and client-focused.</span></span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto"><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing">Knowledge of GDPR/CCPA is a plus.</span></span></li>
</ul><div class="content-conclusion"><p><strong><span class="x_ContentPasted0">About Us:</span></strong></p>
<p><span class="x_ContentPasted0">Harbor is the preeminent provider of expert services across strategy, legal technology, operations, and intelligence. Our globally integrated team of 900+ 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.</span></p>
<p><em><span class="x_ContentPasted0">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.</span> </em></p></div>
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