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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$126K - $187K *

Transform partner engagement by strategically aligning global solutions with market needs, driving growth through collaboration, innovative approaches, and operational excellence to enhance the Servic...

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1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$112K - $179K *

Manage the database architecture for a federal data integration project, ensuring compliance with security standards while integrating species data into a unified cloud platform. Lead design, migratio...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$240K - $260K *

Lead the charge in transforming the VA ServiceNow platform, establishing architecture standards, and guiding technical decisions to enhance service delivery across multiple deployments at an enterpris...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$176K - $332K *

Engage as a Program Director, overseeing ITS and traffic engineering projects. Lead multiple initiatives and manage client relationships while ensuring compliance and quality. Drive project execution...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Transportation

$200K - $225K *

Transform the approach to IP and product counsel by managing a diverse IP portfolio, enforcing licensing, and collaborating with product teams to navigate legal challenges, all while building scalable...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$85K - $120K *

Optimize the cybersecurity posture by leveraging governance, risk, compliance, and audit expertise. Collaborate with stakeholders to assess risks, enhance resilience, and support internal security and...

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5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$113K - $143K *

Manage and oversee large-scale power generation projects, ensuring timely delivery, adherence to budget, and client satisfaction while collaborating with cross-functional teams and maintaining safety...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in managing server environments and cloud services while ensuring optimal performance and security. Collaborate with a skilled team in a fully remote setting, supporting critical infra...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Join a dynamic team to strategize and optimize product commercialization for channels. Drive market insights and cross-functional collaboration to elevate product launches and ensure alignment with co...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team as you manage complex high-value property claims, driving negotiations and resolutions. Use your expertise to provide exceptional customer support while ensuring compliance with re...

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Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Empower us to build and scale partner networks within the global crypto ecosystem. Manage affiliate strategies to enhance product awareness, acquisition, and retention while collaborating across teams...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$87K - $157K *

Transform electrical systems by designing innovative, cost-effective power distribution solutions for Antarctic stations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality engineering do...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $115K *

Join a team that's transforming healthcare through cutting-edge project management. Lead the design, construction, and operational readiness of pharmaceutical facilities, ensuring compliance and effic...

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Reposted 1 week ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that empowers clients through expert legal representation in foreclosure processes. You will manage a diverse caseload, ensuring thorough legal research and drafting while maintaining stro...

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Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$130K - $194K *

Lead the charge in enhancing global reliability and maintenance excellence. Drive strategy, governance, and performance to optimize asset management across the Clinical Trials Division's international...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$210K - $260K *

Pioneer growth in the Eastern Region by managing customer relations, driving sales strategies, and enhancing SEAKR's positioning in the space ecosystem while ensuring high-quality proposal delivery an...

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3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$168K - $200K *

Join us to empower enterprise customers with tailored security solutions, addressing their complex needs through expert technical guidance, engaging demonstrations, and strategic collaboration with sa...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$66K - $106K *

Drive excellence in COBOL software development for health claims systems, using Agile methodologies. Collaborate and mentor within a senior team to enhance legacy mainframe systems while delivering hi...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$66K - $106K *

Empower a vital system in health care by providing software development support for Medicare claims processing, utilizing your expertise in legacy systems within an Agile team environment to ensure op...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$168K - $200K *

Help us tackle complex security challenges by serving as a trusted advisor, collaborating with Sales to design innovative solutions that connect technical capabilities to measurable business outcomes...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$69K - $104K *

Lead and enhance credentialing and payor enrollment operations, ensuring compliance and accuracy while supervising specialists and streamlining processes to improve provider readiness and operational...

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Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$98K - $104K *

Join a team that's dedicated to transforming support for environmental initiatives. Manage relationships with foundation donors, cultivate new prospects, and execute strategies that empower impactful...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

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

$197K - $366K *

Explore your potential by enhancing global sales performance through accurate forecasting and strategic improvements. Lead key initiatives, drive cross-functional collaboration, and ensure effective u...

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Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$72K - $130K *

Tackle healthcare pricing challenges by analyzing data, supporting negotiations, and driving strategic decisions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance operational efficiency and mentor a...

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Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$72K - $130K *

Unlock your potential by analyzing complex healthcare data to drive actionable insights and performance improvements. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance operational efficiency and inform strateg...

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2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 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.