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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$82K - $172K *

Elevate your career by providing specialized intelligence support to disrupt illicit financial operations, leveraging blockchain analytics to enhance security and operational efficiency in a dynamic a...

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Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$112K - $196K *

Lead and oversee complex bridge engineering projects, ensuring adherence to scope and budget while enhancing community mobility and safety. Collaborate remotely with teams on large-scale initiatives v...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

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

$140K - $160K *

Optimize client engagement to achieve revenue targets by managing relationships, developing strategic account plans, and identifying new opportunities in a dynamic environment focused on customer sati...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$145K - $165K *

Drive security excellence by guiding the Department of Veterans Affairs in cloud security, vulnerability remediation, and secure data management, while collaborating cross-functionally to enhance comp...

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Yesterday

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

$120K - $150K *

Transform the future of oncology research by leading clinical development programs and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance study protocols and ensure regulatory compliance, driving ad...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$75K - $95K *

Join our team to manage litigation efforts, represent the Company in court, prepare legal documents, and ensure compliance with laws while collaborating with attorneys to strategize on case management...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$85K - $115K *

Champion effective talent sourcing strategies across the U.S. and Canada, driving the hiring process for consulting and technical roles, ensuring a diverse candidate pipeline, and collaborating with s...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$79K - $158K *

Lead clinical research activities across multiple sites, overseeing all phases of study management, from initiation to closeout, while ensuring compliance, quality data collection, and adherence to re...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$148K - $175K *

Join a team that's transforming compliance functions with innovative research and strategic insights. Collaborate with industry leaders on regulatory challenges and drive organizational success throug...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$100K - $130K *

Grow your career with this strategic role leading a cybersecurity operations team. Drive compliance, enhance processes, and protect critical systems while mentoring analysts and strengthening cyber de...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $180K *

Unlock potential by leading fire safety and compliance strategies to mitigate risks, enhance operational excellence, and nurture a culture of safety, while collaborating across teams to implement effe...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$115K - $130K *

Drive product innovation by collaborating across teams to enhance subscriber conversion and monetization strategies through effective platform development and optimization, leveraging modern AI tools...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$130K - $185K *

Join a leading team as you manage utility-scale solar projects, driving innovation and excellence. You’ll lead cross-functional teams, ensure project compliance, and mentor talent while providing key...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$79K - $158K *

Shape financial strategy by monitoring performance, analyzing trends, and driving reporting automation. Partner with leadership to deliver insights and recommendations that enhance decision-making and...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$85K - $115K *

Join the Healthcare Talent Acquisition Team to serve as a sourcing specialist. Engage in proactive talent searches, build candidate pipelines, and collaborate with stakeholders, ensuring exceptional c...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$75K - $95K *

Join us to lead accounts payable of a dynamic healthcare telehealth company. You'll manage vendor payments, drive process improvements, and create automation for a multi-entity operation while ensurin...

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3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $190K *

Join an innovative team as a Clinical Affairs Specialist, where you'll develop strategies, improve processes, and ensure compliance in a dynamic, supportive environment dedicated to advancing clinical...

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Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$66K - $106K *

Grow your career by supporting data science initiatives through agile project management, facilitating teams and ensuring smooth collaboration for successful AI/ML delivery in a dynamic cloud-based en...

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Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Lead renewable energy construction projects by supervising site operations, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and maintaining seamless communications among stakeholders, driving project succe...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$132K - $211K *

Elevate customer success by designing tailored adoption strategies, leading independent workshops and overcoming technical blockers. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive application migrat...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$89K - $115K *

Grow your career with a dynamic role in clinical support, training professionals on product use and enhancing operational excellence. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure quality and time...

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Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $130K *

Join a team that's committed to optimizing global site activation for clinical trials. You will strategically manage site start-up processes, ensure compliance, and lead cross-functional collaboration...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$98K - $206K *

Shape transformative SAP S/4HANA strategies and solutions across business domains. Drive integration, data management, and architecture optimization in a pivotal role, ensuring alignment with enterpri...

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2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $130K *

Lead a team of diverse professionals to ensure high-quality design delivery across projects. Empower collaboration, manage timelines and resources, and drive improvements while fostering lasting relat...

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2 weeks ago

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

$140K - $185K *

Lead client engagements and deliver impactful sustainability solutions across diverse industries. Collaborate with stakeholders to drive performance improvements, ensure successful implementation, and...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

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.