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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$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of oncology project management by overseeing interdisciplinary clinical research studies and ensuring regulatory compliance while enhancing client relationships a...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $100K *

Pioneer exceptional user experiences by driving product strategy and lifecycle management. Collaborate cross-functionally to prioritize insights and feedback, ensuring product goals meet user needs an...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $175K *

Unlock potential by managing federal sales strategies, driving relationships, and executing account plans to exceed quotas and revenue goals within the Federal Government and DOD sectors...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Launch your career by providing technical support and mentorship to military personnel. Work closely with SOCOM and other stakeholders to enhance the operational use of tactical equipment, ensuring re...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$174K - $238K *

Unlock potential by serving as the technical lead for compliance engineering. Drive automation and scalable solutions for FedRAMP initiatives while collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet st...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Innovate compliance processes by overseeing medical records operations, managing audits, and collaborating with diverse stakeholders to enhance regulatory adherence and operational efficiency...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$86K - $99K *

Take ownership of strategic sourcing initiatives to enhance procurement efficiency and vendor relationships across auxiliary services, ensuring effective management and implementation of category stra...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $100K *

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement and configure innovative solutions on a risk and compliance platform, ensuring customer success through expertise and effective communication in a...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $110K *

Lead the charge in overseeing a dynamic team to ensure seamless patient access to drug therapy. Manage all program aspects, drive enrollment growth, and collaborate with stakeholders to enhance servic...

US-AnywhereRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $110K *

Advance patient access to drug therapy by leading a skilled remote team. Oversee program management, enhance team performance and ensure compliance while collaborating with key stakeholders and drivin...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$66K - $106K *

Support visual direction for federal proposals, creating compelling graphics and presentations while collaborating with technical experts and stakeholders to ensure effective storytelling and persuasi...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Drive the optimization and performance of Oracle data warehousing solutions. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance system capabilities, manage projects, and ensure compliance with industry standar...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $140K *

Advance your career by leading commissioning activities for critical facilities. Collaborate with engineering teams to ensure project success through effective communication, strong problem-solving sk...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Contribute to innovative applications for Layer 2/3 routing and switching in dynamic environments. Provide technical leadership and engineering support to customers in developing advanced networking s...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$100K - $120K *

Transform client relationships and drive strategic growth by leading a dynamic team. As a key player in our fast-paced environment, you’ll optimize campaigns while guiding junior staff and ensuring cl...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Lead a remote team to deliver expert advisory in construction accounting, enhancing client financial performance through strategic insights and operational improvements while mentoring staff in a coll...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Drive product marketing initiatives within a global team, enabling growth through research, strategic planning, and collaboration in a fast-paced environment focused on air quality and process monitor...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$160K - $200K *

Strategize the roadmap for Legal & Compliance technology, fostering partnerships across functions to enhance platform capabilities, drive investment decisions, and ensure successful implementation of...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$125K - $150K *

Drive success by leveraging strong client relationships and sales acumen to expand our sample management services in pharma and academic markets, ensuring exceptional customer service and achieving sa...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$82K - $172K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing financial operations for a multi-million dollar program. You'll manage financial reporting, forecasting, and compliance while ensuring alignment with project...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $110K *

Shape the future of electrical construction estimating by leading project bids, mentoring junior estimators, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive success and streamline preconstructi...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

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

$90K - $110K *

Empower the preconstruction team by providing detailed electrical estimates, collaborating on projects, and mentoring junior estimators to enhance overall project accuracy and success while fostering...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

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

$135K - $180K *

Unlock potential by driving quality assurance for Fixed Income and Trading Systems. Leverage your skills in testing, integration, and documentation to ensure flawless performance and compliance in a c...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $125K *

Manage and underwrite a diverse portfolio of transactional surety bonds, driving business growth while ensuring compliance and managing risk in a fast-paced environment through strong agency relations...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$91K - $121K *

Elevate the commercialization process across the product portfolio, enhancing efficiency and data integrity. Lead cross-functional collaboration, implement automation innovations, and drive strategic...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   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.