Contracts Lawyer
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Position Overview
Location:
Manila, United States 
Position:
Mid
Type:
Job
Practice Area:
Contract Law
Remote:
Hybrid
Posted:
Last checked:
Deadline:
Aug 15, 2026
Job Description
<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 HarborâÂÂs 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 HarborâÂÂs 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 â 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">...
Practice Area
Position
Mid
Application Deadline
August 15, 2026
Employment Type
Full time
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