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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$84K - $110K *

Join a team that's redefining consulting excellence by partnering with finance leaders to tackle intercompany challenges. Utilize your technical expertise to design scalable solutions and drive projec...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$130K - $170K *

Champion the deployment of cutting-edge AI Agent solutions that enhance customer experiences. This dynamic role involves collaboration, project leadership, and blending insights to drive impactful res...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$102K - $177K *

Join a team that's driving finance digital transformation through innovative systems and controls. Collaborate across functions to ensure compliance, standardization, and efficiency in finance process...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $120K *

Oversee construction projects to ensure timely, safe, and budget-friendly completion. Manage subcontractors, coordinate with stakeholders, and uphold high safety standards while delivering excellent c...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

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

$185K - $250K *

Unlock potential by leading complex commercial negotiations and providing strategic legal counsel in a fast-paced tech environment. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive practical solutions, assess...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $128K *

Contribute to critical system solutions by collaborating with stakeholders to identify, analyze, and document software requirements, ensuring product consistency and usability across multiple applicat...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $130K *

Oversee complex e-discovery projects, managing execution while mentoring team members. Collaborate with legal stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery, fostering strong client relationships...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$70K - $95K *

Drive growth by building a profitable portfolio while leading the underwriting team and ensuring compliance with guidelines. Engage in strategic discussions for expansion and align sales initiatives w...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$85K - $100K *

Transform your career by managing operational risk for a diverse property portfolio. Oversee incident investigations, enhance claims coordination, and drive proactive loss prevention strategies to min...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

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

$73K - $125K *

Advance environmental management initiatives for the Department of War, focusing on compliance, air emissions modeling, and sustainability across technical projects globally while supporting missile d...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$145K - $156K *

Lead the charge in delivering strategic healthcare technology projects. Drive complex analysis and insights, presenting them effectively to executive stakeholders while managing timelines and team col...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$70K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering excellence in complex projects. Manage the full project lifecycle, ensuring client satisfaction, effective team collaboration, and timely execution while uph...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$82K - $111K *

Shape the future of park construction projects by managing capital improvement initiatives, coordinating consultants, and ensuring adherence to design and regulatory standards across diverse park deve...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

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

$130K - $180K *

Transform the landscape of national security by leading growth strategies, managing full-lifecycle opportunities, and fostering strategic partnerships, all to modernize critical IT ecosystems for esse...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Empower enterprise clients by leading complex technology implementation projects, ensuring timely delivery, alignment with customer objectives, and effective stakeholder management to drive engagement...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $120K *

Transform operational efficiency by providing vital support to the Outlet Division, assisting in project management, marketing strategy, and financial analysis while fostering collaboration and commun...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$90K - $120K *

Oversee and manage clinical trial activities, ensuring compliance with protocols, regulations, and standards while fostering collaboration among stakeholders for data integrity and successful trials...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$79K - $99K *

Lead the charge in analyzing hospital claims for accuracy and training team associates. Collaborate across departments to ensure compliance with billing guidelines while driving optimal claims process...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$87K - $266K *

Build impactful solutions as a Technical Solution Architect, collaborating across teams in pre-sales processes. Leverage your expertise in technology-driven transformations to create innovative design...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$190K - $210K *

Shape the future of government business development by cultivating strategic relationships, identifying growth opportunities, and leading teams to secure new contracts in dynamic federal markets, all...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $110K *

Drive your analytical skills as you support commercial strategies through data-driven insights, enhancing asset optimization and trading decisions in an evolving energy market landscape. Be a key play...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$139K - $185K *

Pioneer strategic procurement initiatives as a senior leader, driving global programs, enhancing supplier partnerships, and implementing best practices to elevate procurement as a value creator within...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $105K *

Transform your career by driving recruitment strategies in the fast-paced tech landscape, where you’ll manage full-cycle hiring for various roles, optimize talent pipelines, and contribute to the inte...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$90K - $110K *

Join a team dedicated to enhancing clinical trial safety and integrity! Leverage your monitoring experience in Oncology as you coordinate and oversee various study sites, ensuring compliance and patie...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $125K *

Join a team that's dedicated to empowering the Global Sales force through streamlined deal processes and strategic guidance, while collaborating across departments to ensure operational excellence and...

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Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise 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.