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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$110K - $144K *

Optimize the commissioning process of critical facilities, managing all phases from planning to execution. Lead project teams in testing and validating complex systems, ensuring compliance and fosteri...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $145K *

Join us to manage the end-to-end lifecycle of strategic products, aligning user needs with business outcomes while collaborating across multiple teams to drive impactful results and navigate complex c...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

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

$118K - $180K *

Join a team that's focused on maintaining the highest quality standards in heavy industrial construction projects, ensuring adherence to design specifications and improving processes throughout all st...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$175K - $210K *

Shape the future of financial services by providing expert legal guidance on payment laws and regulatory compliance. Collaborate with teams to launch innovative payment products while mitigating legal...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in overseeing Operations & Maintenance programs, ensuring operational excellence, compliance, and customer satisfaction while driving continuous improvement initiatives across federal...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$70K - $126K *

Drive your career with impactful leadership in compliance strategy for D-SNP programs. Engage with regulatory agencies, lead audits and training, and contribute to policy development in a dynamic and...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $150K *

Lead the charge in global supplier quality strategies, driving excellence, compliance, and continuous improvement in supplier development and performance management, ensuring resilience in production...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $110K *

Drive growth by bridging technology and business strategy, engaging clients in North America through tailored solution demonstrations and pre-sales consulting. Collaborate with teams to meet client ne...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Transform energy management by leading innovative engineering projects that enhance efficiency and produce sustainable solutions for customer facilities. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to optim...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$130K - $133K *

Lead clinical monitoring and management for cardiac studies, ensuring protocol adherence and data integrity. Drive project execution, conduct site visits, and coordinate investigator interactions, all...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$180K - $245K *

Tackle the complexities of global partner legal support by leading, strategizing, and enhancing legal infrastructure across multiple routes to market while driving automation and developing the future...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in delivering exceptional tax advisory services while managing relationships with diverse clients. Utilize best-in-class technology to enhance client satisfaction, ensuring their finan...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$135K - $175K *

Join us to lead contract negotiations and provide legal advice for commercial agreements across our money transfer division, collaborating with diverse teams to mitigate risk and ensure compliance whi...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$71K - $97K *

Contribute to transactional compliance excellence by ensuring adherence to established policies in procurement and finance, focusing on auditing and improving transactional integrity across key system...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Advance client relationships by leading strategic data centre projects while utilizing your cost management expertise to drive outstanding performance and foster team growth within a dynamic environme...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Manage commercial deal activities, lead contract negotiations, and ensure compliance throughout the project lifecycle. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver value-driven solutions aligned...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $180K *

Unlock your potential as a Hardware Systems Engineer, driving innovation in server technologies and ensuring hardware reliability through validation testing and automation. Collaborate cross-functiona...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$120K - $160K *

Elevate critical facility operations by providing technical leadership in electrical commissioning. Collaborate with teams to ensure effective testing and validation of complex electrical systems whil...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's committed to optimizing our business systems while owning CRM and marketing technology solutions. You'll translate needs into actionable insights, ensuring seamless data integration...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $200K *

Drive customer success by implementing secure software solutions, collaborating with technical teams, and shaping innovative outcomes. Elevate your career as you empower clients to master open source...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$115K - $120K *

Engage in managing complex, high-stakes projects across departments, driving the execution of strategic initiatives. Lead cross-functional teams, ensuring successful project delivery and effective com...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$66K - $106K *

Manage administrative actions and investigations to enhance program integrity. Work collaboratively with CMS and investigative teams, ensuring compliance and effective communication while mentoring te...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $160K *

Advance growth and retention for strategic enterprise clients by leading complex expansions and renewals. Foster deep relationships with stakeholders to align solutions with critical initiatives and d...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $110K *

Lead the charge in managing stakeholder relationships and program performance for energy efficiency initiatives. Drive outreach, ensure compliance, and enhance program participation while actively con...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$160K - $200K *

Advance your career by building a global partner strategy to enhance partnerships across diverse business units. Drive new partner acquisition and improve existing relationships to achieve significant...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 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.