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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$117K - $160K *

Lead the charge in underwriting E&S commercial property and casualty accounts. Manage risk assessments, develop competitive quotes, and collaborate with carriers to optimize profitability while achiev...

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5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Champion innovative solutions in financial services by leading complex projects, leveraging AI tools, and collaborating with top private market firms to enhance portfolio monitoring and valuation proc...

New York, NYRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$115K - $140K *

Join us to drive revenue growth by engaging senior finance leaders, executing full-cycle sales, and delivering tailored software solutions that address financial challenges and enhance operational eff...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Drive your career with a pivotal role in business development, focusing on lead generation and relationship building to enhance pipeline growth and support sales objectives across North America...

Mississauga, ONRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Unlock potential by driving business growth through lead generation, relationship building, and strategic engagement. Collaborate with sales teams to identify opportunities and close deals, ensuring a...

Raleigh, NCRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's driving growth by identifying and developing new business opportunities. You'll engage prospects, nurture relationships, and support the sales team in achieving corporate objectives...

Denver, CORemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $200K *

The Sr. Sales Director is responsible for driving sales for our North American portfolio of solutions which include fulfillment, transportation, and payment solutions. Successful selling of complex fu...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$200K - $250K *

Join a team that's shaping growth strategies for Federal Civilian accounts. Leverage your expertise in federal markets to drive business development, capture opportunities, and enhance customer relati...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$112K - $117K *

Join a team that's committed to ensuring quality assurance in procurement processes. Play a key role in interfacing with engineering, procurement, and project teams to uphold standards through effecti...

Oak Ridge, TNRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$57K - $108K *

Drive procurement efforts across multiple programs, ensuring supplier performance and compliance with government regulations while collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet program needs and a...

Massachusetts, USRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$140K - $180K *

Accelerate procurement excellence by leading high-impact customer engagements, driving strategic initiatives, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement within a dynamic team environment...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Drive operational excellence by enhancing reliability and performance of a SaaS platform. Collaborate with development teams to implement automation, incident management, and observability practices...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$175K - $400K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of digital supply chain management. You'll architect and optimize ERP, PLM, and inventory systems, ensuring data integrity and operational scalability across glob...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$64K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering exceptional client service by developing tailored insurance solutions, fostering strong relationships, and managing proposals and renewals in a fast-paced en...

Schaumburg, ILRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $110K *

Elevate client relationships and drive revenue growth by developing strategic sales initiatives, negotiating with retail partners, and leveraging market insights to expand market presence and achieve...

Pleasanton, CARemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$110K - $160K *

Join a team that's dedicated to driving growth by connecting small and medium-sized fleets with tailored fleet management solutions. In this early-career sales role, you'll build relationships and dev...

CanadaRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$250K - $300K *

Elevate cybersecurity solutions by driving sales cycles, building relationships with CISO's, and consistently meeting quotas through effective prospecting and outreach in a dynamic enterprise environm...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Transform the financial systems landscape by owning and optimizing the NetSuite environment, ensuring reliability and scalability while driving operational improvements across finance, accounting, and...

Indiana, USRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Champion customer satisfaction by executing maintenance and service solutions, coordinating logistics and support activities, with a focus on continuous improvement and operational excellence in a dyn...

Miami, FLRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Champion customer service excellence by managing maintenance activities and solutions on-site. Leverage technical expertise to enhance support for diverse services, ensuring effective execution and ti...

Miami, FLRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in program management excellence, ensuring seamless operations and compliance across diverse teams while supporting critical Air Force contract initiatives and rapid-response readiness...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Lead the execution of product launches, ensuring readiness and adoption across teams. Collaborate with cross-functional partners to drive operational change and enhance processes, while managing metri...

Atlanta, GARemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Elevate clinical operations by leading daily workflows, managing teams, and spearheading impactful projects. Drive improvement and efficiency in healthcare delivery while fostering collaboration acros...

New York, NYRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $110K *

Transform field support by leveraging expertise to enhance customer satisfaction, drive product improvements, and lead training initiatives. Collaborate with R&D and field teams to ensure optimal perf...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Accelerate progress at a leading automotive solutions provider by managing dealer relationships, driving product adoption, and ensuring customer satisfaction through strategic account planning and col...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer 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.