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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$125K - $150K *

Join our dynamic legal team as you navigate healthcare regulations, support clinical contracting, and provide strategic legal guidance to ensure compliance and growth in a fast-paced environment, empo...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$127K - $137K *

Shape your career by providing strategic financial management and budgeting support to a key federal agency. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance program delivery through data analysis, reporting...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$99K - $120K *

Build innovative building automation systems in a fast-paced, remote environment. Lead design projects while mentoring junior engineers, collaborating with diverse teams to ensure high-quality deliver...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Lead product strategy initiatives to enhance feature adoption and user satisfaction. Collaborate with stakeholders to define success metrics, prioritize development, and conduct market research to mai...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$200K - $230K *

Grow your career with a dynamic legal team, providing innovative solutions across transactions, compliance, and regulatory issues, while collaborating to support multiple business units in a fast-pace...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$90K - $110K *

Accelerate progress at a leading firm by designing and analyzing Civil systems. Your expertise will ensure compliance, safety, and operational performance in mission-critical environments, working col...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Drive efficiency and savings in procurement by managing vendor negotiations, contract redlining, and operational support across diverse technology and marketing spend while fostering cross-functional...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Optimize federal acquisition processes as a key administrator, managing the Acquisition Automation Program while driving automation initiatives and enhancing user training to support organizational ef...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your impact by leading strategic sourcing and category management for critical direct materials, optimizing cost, quality, and sustainability through data-driven decisions and supplier relatio...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Champion the strategic direction for real estate and facilities services, overseeing vendor management and ensuring optimal service quality, cost efficiency, and project success across diverse operati...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$134K - $179K *

Grow your career with a strategic leadership role overseeing large-scale commercial construction projects, ensuring client satisfaction, financial performance, team development, and effective contract...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$134K - $179K *

Join a team that's driving successful project delivery in large-scale commercial construction. Oversee overall project execution, manage client relations, ensure financial performance, and promote a s...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Advance procurement excellence by managing strategic initiatives and cross-functional collaborations, optimizing processes, and integrating technology for operational effectiveness across the organiza...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$67K - $182K *

Unlock potential by driving strategic insights in Trade for PBM client pricing. Collaborate across functions to optimize rebate strategies, ensuring effective execution and analysis to achieve busines...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$74K - $130K *

Engage in the RFI and submittal process, ensuring timely responses and coordinated efforts among various teams to enhance project success and maintain organized records for construction projects...

US-AnywhereRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $115K *

Champion project financial management by collaborating with key stakeholders, ensuring accurate budgets, forecasts, and reporting. Drive improvements and support risk mitigation for successful program...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$70K - $126K *

Drive compliance integrity by overseeing corporate ethics programs and regulatory practices, ensuring accurate reviews and enhancing vendor relationships to meet government healthcare standards across...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$235K - $306K *

Grow your career with a pivotal role in driving government business development across defense, intelligence, and federal sectors. Lead strategic initiatives to build relationships and enhance market...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$95K - $115K *

Manage multiple e-discovery projects concurrently, ensuring effective execution and client satisfaction. Collaborate cross-functionally, mentor team members, and uphold quality standards while navigat...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$253K - $305K *

Shape the future of oncology market access by leading pricing strategies, optimizing gross-to-net performance, and ensuring regulatory compliance while guiding a dedicated team to excel in a high-scru...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$104K - $166K *

Engage with stakeholders to drive compliance, risk governance, and data protection. Maintain audit readiness and vendor assessment, ensuring security frameworks align with regulatory requirements and...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$115K - $150K *

Help us drive critical healthcare initiatives with Veterans, ensuring successful planning and execution of transformation programs. This role demands strong organizational skills and collaboration acr...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $200K *

Champion compliance excellence by providing expert legal support for mortgage and HELOC products. Collaborate with internal teams and outside counsel to navigate complex legal landscapes while ensurin...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$120K - $145K *

Lead contract negotiations and manage agreements in SaaS and government sectors. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to mitigate legal risks while ensuring compliance and streamlining contract pro...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$130K - $150K *

Drive the transformation of data governance by implementing Microsoft Purview for robust access control and compliance within our data security framework, translating complex regulations into effectiv...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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.