Contracts attorneys help organizations negotiate, draft, review, and manage agreements that support business operations and reduce legal risk. Browse vetted Contracts Attorney opportunities on Ladders, including roles with salaries of $100,000 or more at companies seeking experienced legal professionals.
Responsibilities commonly include drafting and negotiating commercial agreements, advising internal teams on contractual obligations, identifying legal and business risks, and creating practical solutions to move transactions forward. Depending on the employer, the work may cover vendor and customer agreements, technology and licensing contracts, strategic partnerships, procurement, or corporate transactions.
Employers typically seek a law degree, an active license to practice in the relevant jurisdiction, and experience reviewing or negotiating complex agreements. Clear communication, sound judgment, attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate with business stakeholders are highly valued. Familiarity with a company’s industry and relevant regulations can also be important.
Contracts Attorney positions are available across industries and organizations, from established corporations to growing businesses. Use Ladders to explore vetted roles paying $100,000 or more, compare opportunities, and find a position that fits your experience, specialization, and career goals.
$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...
1 week ago
$95K - $109K *
Accelerate progress at our global contract operations by leading transformative initiatives, enhancing workflows, and driving AI-first contracting strategies across diverse teams in a fast-paced softw...
1 week ago
$130K - $210K *
Elevate your career by leading contract management and legal operations. As the first in-house attorney, you'll streamline agreements, advise executives, and build a robust legal function to support r...
2 weeks ago
$120K - $145K *
Transform complex intellectual property and technology transfer issues into actionable strategies, advising on compliance and legal frameworks to support DOE's mission and enhance commercialization ef...
1 week ago
$110K - $130K *
Champion innovation by advising on complex intellectual property and technology transfer matters, ensuring compliance and advancing mission objectives across federal programs and research initiatives...
1 week ago
$120K - $145K *
Join a team that's dedicated to advancing technology transfer and intellectual property. As a Patent Attorney, you'll provide legal guidance on complex IP matters, ensuring compliance and supporting t...
1 week ago
$110K - $130K *
Lead the charge in advising on complex intellectual property and technology transfer matters, ensuring compliance and advancing strategic objectives across Departmental transactions and programs invol...
1 week ago
$110K - $130K *
Seeking a skilled patent attorney to navigate complex IP and technology transfer issues, ensuring compliance and advancing departmental objectives through legal expertise and strategic guidance on DOE...
1 week ago
$95K - $115K *
Manage and negotiate government contracts, ensuring compliance and risk mitigation while collaborating with teams to drive innovation and adapt to changing business needs. This remote role requires st...
2 weeks ago
$95K - $115K *
Unlock potential by managing complex government contracts, ensuring compliance and strategic alignment while collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive innovation and mitigate risks in a dynam...
2 weeks ago
Senior Contract Administrator - Federal Agencies
$88K - $105K *
Drive federal contract administration activities, ensuring compliance and excellence across project lifecycles. Provide expert guidance, lead training initiatives, and enhance processes to support pro...
Reposted 1 week ago
Senior Contract Administrator - Federal Agencies
$95K - $115K *
Oversee the comprehensive administration of federal contracts, ensuring compliance and effective project delivery while serving as a subject matter expert. Collaborate with project managers for contra...
Reposted 1 week ago
Senior Contract Administrator - Federal Agencies
$95K - $115K *
Drive excellence in federal contract administration by managing complex contracts, ensuring compliance, and partnering with internal stakeholders to achieve project goals throughout the contract lifec...
Reposted 1 week ago
Senior Contract Administrator - Federal Agencies
$95K - $115K *
Lead advanced contract administration for federal projects by partnering with internal stakeholders. Guide compliance, streamline processes, and oversee contract execution while serving as a federal c...
Reposted 1 week ago
Senior Contract Administrator - Federal Agencies
$95K - $115K *
Champion proactive contract administration excellence, supporting complex federal contracts throughout their lifecycle by partnering with program and project managers to ensure compliance and successf...
Reposted 1 week ago
Senior Contract Administrator - Federal Agencies
$95K - $115K *
Advance your career by independently managing complex federal contracts, ensuring compliance and project success while providing expert guidance to stakeholders and enhancing contracting processes wit...
Reposted 1 week ago
Senior Contract Administrator - Federal Agencies
$95K - $115K *
Shape the future of federal contracting by independently managing complex contracts and supporting project delivery. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and continuous improve...
Reposted 1 week ago
Senior Contract Administrator - Federal Agencies
$95K - $115K *
Explore an exciting opportunity to provide expert federal contract administration, supporting compliance and project delivery while collaborating with various stakeholders across the contract lifecycl...
Reposted 1 week ago
Senior Contract Administrator - Federal Agencies
$95K - $115K *
Unlock your potential in a senior role, overseeing complex federal contracts. Collaborate with federal and internal stakeholders, providing expert support and ensuring compliance throughout the contra...
Reposted 1 week ago
Senior Contract Administrator - Federal Agencies
$95K - $115K *
Partner with us to enhance federal contract administration for complex agreements, supporting program and project managers throughout the contract lifecycle. Utilize your expertise to ensure complianc...
Reposted 1 week ago
Senior Contract Administrator - Federal Agencies
$95K - $115K *
Shape the future of federal contract management by providing critical administration support for complex and specialized contracts. Collaborate with project managers to ensure compliance and drive con...
Reposted 1 week ago
Senior Contract Administrator - Federal Agencies
$95K - $115K *
Lead the charge in advanced contract administration for federal agreements, ensuring compliance and effective collaboration with Program Managers. Drive continuous improvement while serving as a subje...
Reposted 1 week ago
Senior Contract Administrator - Federal Agencies
$95K - $115K *
Help us drive federal contract success by providing expert contract administration and compliance support for complex projects. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure contract requirements are met th...
Reposted 1 week ago
Senior Contract Administrator - Federal Agencies
$88K - $105K *
Elevate your career by independently managing complex federal contracts. Collaborate with internal teams, support project delivery, and enhance federal contracting processes while serving as a subject...
Reposted 1 week ago
Senior Contract Administrator - Federal Agencies
$88K - $105K *
Empower our Contract Services Team by delivering expert contract administration for complex federal contracts. Collaborate with program managers to ensure compliance and drive project success. Enhance...
Reposted 1 week ago
What does a Contracts Attorney do?
A Contracts Attorney drafts, reviews, and negotiates agreements, advises on contractual rights and obligations, and helps organizations manage legal and business risks.
What qualifications are commonly required for Contracts Attorney jobs?
Many positions require a law degree, an active bar license in the relevant jurisdiction, and experience with commercial contracts. Specific requirements vary by employer, industry, and seniority.
Which industries hire Contracts Attorneys?
Contracts Attorneys work in a wide range of industries, including technology, healthcare, finance, manufacturing, retail, and professional services.
What kinds of agreements might a Contracts Attorney handle?
Depending on the role, they may work on customer and vendor agreements, software and licensing contracts, procurement agreements, partnership deals, and other commercial or corporate documents.
How can I find Contracts Attorney jobs paying $100,000 or more?
Browse Contracts Attorney listings on Ladders, which features vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Review each listing for its location, responsibilities, and qualifications.