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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$95K - $115K *

Unlock your potential by overseeing site management and monitoring for clinical trials, ensuring compliance with regulations and enhancing site relationships to drive quality and timely delivery of cl...

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Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in ensuring quality clinical trial execution by managing investigator sites, safeguarding patient safety, and driving compliance with regulatory standards while enhancing stakeholder r...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$180K - $275K *

Champion a robust federal contracting strategy while ensuring compliance with regulations. Lead cross-functional teams to develop scalable frameworks and enhance operational readiness for U.S. governm...

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1 week ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Contribute to clinical excellence by managing monitoring activities, ensuring data integrity, and enhancing site processes throughout study phases. Collaborate with teams to prioritize tasks and uphol...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$165K - $175K *

Partner with us to enhance investor relations by providing expert guidance on post-closing activities, managing client communications, and resolving escalations for transactions in North America and b...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$113K - $142K *

Join a dynamic team to lead strategic procurement initiatives, managing supplier relationships and developing cost-reduction strategies for HR Services and Temp Labor categories to optimize overall pr...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$75K - $158K *

Support end-to-end release management, ensuring effective deployment and coordination across environments. Engage with cross-functional teams to facilitate successful integration, enhance processes, a...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Empower global sales initiatives by leading deal management and execution, enhancing processes, and partnering cross-functionally to deliver commercial excellence and drive revenue integrity in a dyna...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $115K *

Grow your expertise in regulatory affairs by providing essential support and guidance on the 340B Drug Pricing Program. Collaborate across teams to align compliance initiatives, drive operational exce...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Oversee complex subcontract administration and performance management within a cross-functional team, ensuring compliance and driving strategic negotiations while mentoring lower-level staff to achiev...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$160K - $190K *

Empower regulatory compliance as you provide strategic legal guidance across US operations, supporting product teams and stakeholders to align offerings with federal and state regulations while naviga...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$112K - $196K *

Engage with sector leadership to provide proactive Safety, Health & Environmental oversight and guidance. Drive compliance with federal regulations, enhance risk management, and create a robust safety...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Champion project success as you oversee all phases of data center construction, ensuring timely delivery and effective stakeholder coordination for technically complex projects. Lead teams and manage...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Take ownership of project management to ensure successful clinical study execution across North America, fostering team collaboration and delivering consistent clinical operations while meeting timeli...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Join us in leading clinical trial projects across multiple regions, ensuring quality and compliance while mentoring teams and collaborating with stakeholders. Your expertise will help drive success in...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$87K - $146K *

Join and lead the onboarding of SaaS projects, managing key stakeholders while serving as a technical expert. Develop customer relationships, ensure smooth implementation, and drive project success th...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Elevate clinical research processes by expertly managing site monitoring, ensuring compliance, and enhancing data integrity. Collaborate within a global team to promote patient safety and optimize tri...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $130K *

Empower Veteran care by analyzing and enhancing healthcare initiatives. Drive program evaluation, collaborating with diverse teams to optimize service delivery and outcomes within federal healthcare s...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $150K *

Innovate global CMC regulatory strategies and submissions for biological products. Ensure high-quality compliance with US and Canadian regulations, while collaborating cross-functionally to manage lif...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $150K *

Shape the future of business development by driving revenue growth and forging strategic partnerships. Collaborate cross-functionally to capture high-value accounts and enhance market reach in the Gov...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$120K - $145K *

Champion regulatory excellence by leading postmarket strategies for product compliance, driving collaboration across teams to ensure timely submissions and navigate complex regulatory landscapes for c...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$170K - $190K *

Transform healthcare delivery by leading AI-enabled clinical informatics initiatives across federal environments. Drive program execution, align stakeholders, and optimize workflows to enhance provide...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $145K *

Partner with us to drive global CMC regulatory strategies for biologics and vaccines. Take ownership of submissions and lifecycle management. Collaborate closely across functions to ensure compliance...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's focused on expanding market share in Technology Systems. This role involves building relationships, solving technical challenges, and driving sales of RF systems to government and i...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$77K - $157K *

Unlock your potential by collaborating with teams on state and local tax issues, managing client relationships, and providing expert guidance in alternative investments and multi-state tax matters whi...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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.