Explore Contract Administrator Jobs

Contract administrators help organizations create, review, negotiate, and manage agreements throughout their lifecycle. They coordinate with legal, finance, procurement, sales, and operations teams to help ensure contracts are accurate, compliant, and aligned with business goals. Browse vetted Contract Administrator opportunities on Ladders, including professional roles with salaries of $100,000 or more.

What Contract Administrators Do

Responsibilities vary by employer and industry, but may include drafting and reviewing contract documents, tracking milestones and renewals, maintaining contract records, coordinating approvals, monitoring compliance, and identifying risks or opportunities to improve terms. Senior professionals may oversee contract processes, advise stakeholders on commercial requirements, and support complex negotiations.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers often value experience in contract administration, contract management, procurement, or a related field. Important strengths include attention to detail, clear communication, negotiation, organization, and the ability to interpret contractual language. Familiarity with contract lifecycle management systems, regulatory requirements, and industry-specific standards can also be useful. Requirements differ by role; some positions may prefer a bachelor's degree or relevant certifications.

Industries and Career Paths

Contract Administrators work in fields such as technology, construction, healthcare, government contracting, manufacturing, and professional services. With experience, they may progress into senior contract administration, contracts management, procurement leadership, commercial operations, or related roles.

Find Your Next Opportunity

Use Ladders to explore vetted professional Contract Administrator jobs paying $100,000 or more. Compare responsibilities and qualifications, and focus your search on opportunities that match your experience, industry knowledge, and career goals.

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$75K - $90K *

Join a team that's focused on ensuring a compliant contracting experience for public-sector clients. Lead the contract lifecycle, from negotiation to compliance monitoring, while collaborating across...

Lewisburg, TNRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Champion the development and management of healthcare service contracts, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance care quality and operational efficiency while ensuring compliance with con...

Austin, TXRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$175K - $400K *

Elevate your career by managing the lifecycle of vendor agreements and contracts. Collaborate across departments to ensure compliance and streamline workflows, safeguarding business interests while mi...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$88K - $154K *

Shape the future of contract administration by leading complex negotiations, ensuring compliance, and mitigating risks. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive successful outcomes in high-sta...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in managing contracts and proposals for the Defense and Civil Space Market, leveraging federal contracting expertise to foster strategic partnerships and drive innovative acquisition s...

Virginia, USRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Shape the future of sports engagement by managing the complete life-cycle of sales contracts. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and efficiency, while demonstrating strong de...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing contract management and customer experience. Leverage your expertise in contract administration and customer service to streamline processes and ensure compli...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $150K *

Manage and optimize commercial contracting processes, ensuring timely and accurate agreements while enhancing efficiency through automation and collaboration across teams...

San Francisco, CARemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$95K - $135K *

Explore a pivotal role in our legal team, providing contract expertise and support for U.S. sales. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to negotiate agreements, ensure compliance, and mitigate risk...

Illinois, USRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the full lifecycle of contracts, ensuring compliance and risk mitigation. Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to draft, negotiate, and manage contracts effectively, while mainta...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $109K *

Partner with us to lead global contract operations, driving AI-first initiatives and enhancing workflows. Collaborate across teams to optimize contract management processes in a fast-paced software en...

Atlanta, GARemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to supporting contracts within the Defense and Civil Space Market. Leverage your analytical skills and contract knowledge to ensure compliance and drive project success in...

Virginia, USRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$82K - $100K *

Drive your career with a dynamic role in subcontract administration, overseeing procurement processes, developing templates, and mentoring staff while ensuring compliance with federal regulations and...

Houston, TXRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $160K *

Manage contracts and proposals within the Defense and Civil Space Market, serving as a strategic partner to stakeholders. Leverage federal contracting expertise to drive innovation and navigate comple...

Virginia, USRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$112K - $196K *

Lead subcontract administration efforts, ensuring compliance and effective negotiation while fostering relationships with suppliers and stakeholders. Drive strategic procurement initiatives within the...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$65K - $121K *

Join a team that's dedicated to managing complex contracts for government projects. You'll oversee proposal preparation, contract negotiations, and compliance, ensuring effective collaboration across...

RemoteRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $100K *

Champion commercial contracting by managing the lifecycle of agreements, providing risk-based guidance, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to support our rapidly growing data center busines...

Milwaukee, WIRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by leading contract negotiations for clinical research, ensuring compliance and efficiency in agreements with industry sponsors. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance processes an...

Chapel Hill, NCRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$88K - $150K *

Lead contract management initiatives by drafting, negotiating, and overseeing agreements while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance efficiency and support strategic legal operations in...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$71K - $125K *

Transform your career by joining a dynamic team focused on delivering impactful capital projects. Collaborate across departments to manage contracts for construction and professional services, ensurin...

Leesburg, VARemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$100K - $120K *

Champion healthcare contract management by overseeing compliance, negotiation, and strategy alignment. Drive cross-functional collaboration and support market access initiatives while ensuring financi...

New York, NYRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $150K *

Join a dynamic team to manage public sector contracts, ensuring compliance and supporting sales growth through effective reporting and collaboration with various departments...

New Mexico, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $187K *

Analyze and negotiate complex contracts in healthcare, leveraging data-driven insights to enhance outcomes and drive strategic initiatives. Collaborate with stakeholders to optimize processes and fost...

United StatesRemote

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $110K *

Lead the charge in managing contracts for utility-scale solar and infrastructure projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance, streamline documentation, and support project c...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$84K - $128K *

Join a team that's dedicated to resolving complex billing and contract cases for Mid-Market and Commercial accounts. You'll collaborate cross-functionally to enhance customer satisfaction and streamli...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Contract Administrator do?question toggle

    A Contract Administrator coordinates the preparation, review, approval, execution, and ongoing management of contracts. Duties may include maintaining records, tracking deadlines, supporting negotiations, and helping teams meet contractual requirements.

  • What qualifications are typically needed for Contract Administrator jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary, but employers commonly seek relevant contract, procurement, or business experience, strong communication and organizational skills, and careful attention to detail. Some roles prefer a bachelor's degree, contract management experience, or familiarity with contract lifecycle software.

  • Where do Contract Administrators work?question toggle

    They work across industries including technology, construction, healthcare, government contracting, manufacturing, and professional services, wherever organizations manage vendor, customer, or government agreements.

  • How can I find Contract Administrator jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Browse vetted professional opportunities on Ladders and review each listing's salary information, responsibilities, and qualifications to identify roles that fit your background.

  • What career paths can follow Contract Administrator experience?question toggle

    Experienced professionals may advance to senior contract administrator or contracts manager roles, or move into procurement leadership, commercial operations, or related business functions.