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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$275K - $350K *

Transform technology transactions by leading IP initiatives and negotiations. Oversee partnerships, licensing, and compliance while mentoring a team. Drive strategic growth through innovative legal so...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$130K - $165K *

Drive cost accuracy and strategic planning as you prepare detailed estimates for mechanical systems in construction projects, collaborating with teams to ensure effective project management and client...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Drive compliance strategy by managing IL4/IL5 offerings, ensuring regulatory adherence across AWS-hosted environments. Collaborate with security teams, federal regulators, and technical stakeholders t...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

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

$179K - $340K *

Lead and manage customs and trade opportunities as you provide strategic advisory services. Drive growth for the practice while developing tailored solutions for clients, ensuring compliance in global...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$68K - $143K *

Unlock innovative financial processes by driving transformation in logistics integration and optimizing resource allocation. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance financial operations within the D...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$140K - $170K *

Grow strategic government relationships and drive defense sales. Lead negotiations to elevate our innovative autonomous maritime technology across various platforms, enhancing national security and ma...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$138K - $150K *

Lead the charge in building and optimizing the Deal Desk function, enhancing revenue forecasting and pricing accuracy. Collaborate across teams to ensure reliable revenue assessments and improve opera...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$66K - $106K *

Help us maximize value by overseeing Agile teams in maintaining the Medicare claims processing system, ensuring stakeholder alignment and delivering high-quality outcomes within a structured SAFe Agil...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Accelerate progress at large-scale software projects, ensuring end-to-end delivery, stakeholder engagement, and governance. Shape project outcomes by managing resources, budgets, and communication wit...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$118K - $180K *

Engage as a crucial support to onsite construction, ensuring environmental compliance, permits, and regulations are met. Collaborate with project teams, monitor activities, and maintain documentation...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$83K - $114K *

Lead the charge in managing diverse construction projects, ensuring timely execution and adherence to budget while coordinating teams and enhancing customer relationships in diverse environments, both...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

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

$110K - $145K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing clinical trial experiences through effective site monitoring and management, ensuring participant safety while fostering data integrity and compliance across...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$66K - $145K *

Transform provider networks by executing strategic negotiations and analyses with complex healthcare partners, driving accessibility, quality, and cost initiatives while ensuring compliance with indus...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Transform compliance practices by leading structured reviews for federal health programs. Utilize strong judgment and analytical skills to ensure adherence to requirements and maintain documentation...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$65K - $96K *

Champion compliance excellence by preparing, reviewing, and mentoring team members in complex regulatory filings and compliance testing. Drive accuracy and quality of deliverables to meet service stan...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$65K - $96K *

Empower compliance processes by preparing complex government filings, mentoring team members, and ensuring accuracy, while maintaining high service standards and developing knowledge of intricate comp...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Unlock potential by leading the enterprise architecture strategy to craft cutting-edge cloud solutions. You'll collaborate across technical domains, driving modernization initiatives and ensuring alig...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $210K *

Unlock potential by leading strategic compliance projects, enhancing processes, and developing innovative training in a dynamic environment. Drive adherence to healthcare laws and regulations while su...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Drive project success by managing budgets, schedules, and vendor integration. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure project quality and compliance while maintaining strong client relations...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $120K *

Design strategic roadmaps and provide technical oversight for biometric systems, enhancing law enforcement solutions. Collaborate with stakeholders, manage operations, and ensure policy compliance to...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

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

$110K - $120K *

Transform your expertise to architect and manage enterprise-scale data pipelines, enhancing public health analytics through innovative data platforms while ensuring optimal performance and quality...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Partner with us to optimize supply chain solutions using technical expertise in APIs, data integration, and consulting. Collaborate with clients to design and implement best practices that drive effic...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $140K *

Empower your career by leading complex construction projects from inception to completion. Manage bids, budgets, and teams while ensuring timely delivery and quality standards. Drive success through c...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

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

$90K - $110K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of infrastructure by leading detailed takeoffs, collaborating on bid strategies, and mentoring junior estimators to achieve excellence in project delivery and val...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

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

$250K *

Drive the global tax provision process, ensuring accuracy and compliance in U.S. federal and international reporting while leading a collaborative team of tax professionals in a dynamic environment...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted today

  •   8 - 10 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.