Welcome to Contract Specialist Jobs

Find out what it takes to succeed as a contract specialist by exploring job requirements, preferred qualifications, potential employers, and more. Contracts specialists are highly sought-after professionals in numerous industries, including federal government, healthcare, and technology.

Job Requirements

Contract specialists typically require a bachelor's degree in business or a related field and experience with contract negotiation and management. Understanding of contract law and regulatory requirements is a must.

Career Path and Progression

With experience, contract specialists can advance to positions like contract manager, director of contracts, or even vice president of contracts, managing larger contract portfolios and teams.

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$70K - $95K *

Shape the future of contract management by overseeing contract lifecycles, ensuring compliance, and driving improvements in data management and policy development while collaborating with internal and...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$100K - $140K *

Unlock efficiency in procurement and contracting by collaborating across engineering, finance, and operations. You'll streamline supplier engagement, negotiation, and compliance, ensuring successful p...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $125K *

Shape the future of federal contract administration by negotiating complex terms and ensuring compliance across diverse portfolios. Lead proposal efforts while mentoring junior staff, driving success...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$75K - $95K *

Manage a diverse portfolio of federal contracts, ensuring compliance and effective administration throughout contract lifecycles while collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive successful del...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$147K - $273K *

Optimize client relations and complex contracts with federal and strategic partners. Leverage your expertise to drive compliance, satisfaction, and account growth. Collaborate cross-functionally to en...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$69K - $93K *

Transform contracts management with a supportive team while enhancing public health initiatives. Contribute to developing critical benefit contracts that serve nearly 800,000 individuals, ensuring com...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

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

$80K - $110K *

Join a team that's committed to executing cradle-to-grave subcontract administration for federal programs. Apply your expertise in FAR/DFARS compliance, procurement processes, and cross-functional col...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$70K - $95K *

Transform your career by managing comprehensive contract lifecycles while collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and support business development initiatives. Engage with leade...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $90K *

Champion federal acquisitions by leading complex contract management, ensuring compliance, and guiding stakeholders. Leverage extensive expertise to enhance procurement operations while mentoring juni...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$80K - $90K *

Advance your career by managing complex federal acquisitions, ensuring compliance and strategic guidance while overseeing the full lifecycle of contracts. Leverage your expertise to guide stakeholders...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$80K - $90K *

Lead complex federal acquisitions by providing strategic guidance and support. Ensure compliance, execute high-level contract responsibilities, and mentor junior staff. Collaborate with stakeholders t...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$80K - $90K *

Lead the charge in managing complex federal acquisitions, overseeing all contract lifecycle activities while ensuring compliance with regulations, mentoring junior staff, and delivering strategic acqu...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$70K - $95K *

Join a team that's focused on enhancing healthcare delivery through effective contract management. As a key player, you'll develop, implement, and oversee service agreements, driving improvements in q...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$70K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team to manage the full contract lifecycle, ensuring compliance, risk assessment, and strategic negotiations for various agreements while streamlining processes and enhancing internal c...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$100K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team focused on optimizing contract processes and driving business growth. As a key legal partner, you'll streamline agreements, enhance compliance, and collaborate cross-functionally...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$90K - $120K *

Join a team that's driving excellence in contract administration. Manage diverse contracts and subcontracts while ensuring compliance and optimizing processes. Utilize your expertise to tackle challen...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$86K - $138K *

Grow your career with an opportunity to manage contracts while ensuring compliance and guiding project managers. Foster customer relationships and lead problem-solving efforts within a dynamic team se...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$86K - $138K *

Help us manage complex contracts, ensuring compliance and guiding project teams. You'll foster customer relationships, streamline processes, and negotiate agreements while supporting departmental obje...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$86K - $138K *

Optimize your career by managing complex government contracts, ensuring compliance, guiding project teams, and building customer relationships to enhance contract execution and support organizational...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$120K - $140K *

Support commercial agreements across retail and banking sectors while providing legal expertise and advice. Collaborate with business partners to enhance contract processes, ensuring alignment with co...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$55K - $115K *

Reimagine sourcing and procurement strategies to enhance value, build vendor relationships, and drive operational success. Utilize your expertise to navigate the procurement lifecycle and implement co...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $89K *

Develop and manage country site budgets and contracts for clinical trials, ensuring compliance and effective negotiation. Collaborate with legal and clinical teams while shaping global budgeting proce...

US-AnywhereRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $120K *

Lead and optimize contract management for complex EPC projects, enhancing profitability and minimizing risk while collaborating with diverse teams and partners. Serve as the key advisor on contractual...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

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

$90K - $120K *

Join us to manage clinical study contracts and budgets while ensuring effective collaboration with internal teams and sponsors. Your role will enhance operational efficiency and support successful pro...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$77K - $130K *

Manage the lifecycle of subcontracts and procurement activities, ensuring compliance with regulations while leading negotiations and collaborating with stakeholders to support government and commercia...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a contract specialist do?question toggle

    A contract specialist drafts, evaluates, negotiates, and executes contracts. They ensure that contracts adhere to laws and regulations and protect a company's legal and financial interests.

  • What industries employ contract specialists?question toggle

    Almost every industry requires contract specialists. Popular industries include government, healthcare, technology, and military defense.

  • How much can a contract specialist earn?question toggle

    At Ladders, we host contract specialist jobs paying $100k and above. However, the salary may vary depending on location, industry, and level of experience.

  • What skills are required for a contract specialist job?question toggle

    Some key skills include negotiation, attention to detail, understanding of contract laws, excellent communication, and problem-solving abilities.