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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$74K - $100K *

Elevate your career by joining a dynamic team as a Communications Consultant. Support strategic communications efforts, media relations, and internal messaging, while collaborating cross-functionally...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$90K - $120K *

Accelerate your career as you oversee multiple midsize projects, engaging with clients and coordinating a global team to deliver consistent, high-quality Salesforce solutions while gaining hands-on le...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $150K *

Oversee and enhance claims processing and payment integrity initiatives, driving compliance, operational efficiency, and innovative vendor partnerships to optimize the health plan's financial performa...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$98K - $206K *

Design and implement ServiceNow integrations, collaborating with teams to enhance data flow and automation across enterprise systems while ensuring quality and performance standards are met...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$92K - $96K *

Take ownership of bankruptcy case reviews, enforce compliance, and supervise staff while navigating bankruptcy laws and processes in Colorado, ensuring strategic legal action and timely resolutions ar...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$164K - $333K *

Partner with us to drive transformative growth across our retail and digital channels, leading a high-performing team to implement innovative sales strategies and enhance customer engagement for susta...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$150K - $165K *

Lead a dynamic cybersecurity team, overseeing risk management, compliance, and operational performance within a remote work environment while fostering innovation and technical excellence...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Lead expert advisory on NIST RMF implementation, manage security assessments, and guide compliance for federal systems. Ensure technical readiness for ATO lifecycle while developing critical security...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$103K - $142K *

Transform the deal-making process by partnering with Sales and Finance to optimize complex transactions. Leverage your enterprise software expertise to shape strategic deals and utilize AI to streamli...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$75K - $104K *

Join our team as we shape the future of digital optimization through A/B testing and innovative marketing solutions. Your expertise will ensure seamless technical integration and maintain top site per...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $150K *

Build your career by driving business development in the eDiscovery sector. Leverage your expertise to manage a robust sales pipeline, engage clients, and collaborate with teams to maximize growth opp...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$95K - $115K *

Innovate solutions in Microsoft Azure by designing, deploying, and supporting cloud environments. Collaborate with clients to integrate Azure with existing infrastructures while maintaining documentat...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $130K *

Join a team that's transforming market demand into growth opportunities through expert advisory support. Leverage your technical expertise to enhance customer loyalty and drive strategic project selli...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $150K *

Help us shape the future of finance by driving profitability, building systems, and leading strategy. You will enhance financial clarity, scalability, and decision-making processes to support sustaina...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $150K *

Drive financial excellence by leading the finance function, optimizing cash flow, supporting profitability, and developing strategies to foster sustainable growth in a dynamic, scaling environment...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$143K - $194K *

Drive operational excellence in congress planning, leading logistics and engagement strategies across global programs, ensuring compliance, financial governance, and impactful stakeholder experiences...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$145K - $180K *

Lead complex engineering projects, collaborating with clients and multi-disciplinary teams. Mentor staff, oversee project execution, and ensure timely delivery while fostering client relationships for...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$170K - $250K *

Take ownership of the complete physical design flow for complex SoCs, optimizing timing and performance while collaborating closely with cross-functional teams to implement advanced satellite communic...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$70K - $95K *

Build high-performance optical networking solutions, manage project implementations, and ensure quality standards for telecommunications equipment installations, while engaging with customers and supp...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$78K - $195K *

Drive impactful solutions as you collaborate with Process Engineers to translate complex operational requirements into comprehensive, actionable plans while ensuring smooth execution through effective...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$79K - $127K *

Advance your career by managing pharmacy contracts, leading negotiations, and collaborating with stakeholders to enhance value and minimize risks within a strategic contracting framework for pharmacy...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $120K *

Optimize cybersecurity frameworks by leading incident resolution, monitoring, and engineering support. Design innovative solutions that ensure operational efficiency and compliance, while mitigating r...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $140K *

Transform our global human rights strategy while ensuring third-party risk compliance. Lead initiatives across operations and supply chain, enhancing responsible business conduct through collaboration...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$157K - $247K *

Transform business operations by leveraging AI technologies, driving efficiency and enabling data-driven decision-making across functions while collaborating with stakeholders and IT to implement stra...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing clinical delivery excellence through leadership and innovation. Drive operational and financial performance while fostering client relationships and enhancin...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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.