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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$73K - $144K *

Join a dynamic team to oversee diverse pavement rehabilitation projects, ensuring quality and safety across urban and rural settings. Utilize your extensive experience to mentor peers while reporting...

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2 weeks ago

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

$65K - $108K *

Champion the development and delivery of training materials and documentation, collaborating with stakeholders to ensure clarity and usability. Play a crucial role in enhancing learning and adoption t...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $180K *

Engage your leadership skills by driving project delivery excellence across engineering and operations. Oversee execution, foster accountability, and build high-performing teams to deliver on client e...

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2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $166K *

Elevate presales excellence by leading cross-functional teams to enhance execution quality, drive effective deal strategies, and foster growth through innovative processes while supporting a diverse a...

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Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $150K *

Join us to lead digital transformation initiatives, architect integrated digital ecosystems, and support growth in systems engineering. This role requires strategic vision and hands-on expertise to dr...

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1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $140K *

Tackle complex property claims by verifying coverage, investigating issues, and negotiating settlements. Collaborate with consultants to ensure accurate assessments and maintain clear communication wi...

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Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $100K *

Join us to support solar construction projects, driving success across timelines, budgets, and safety. This role offers the chance to develop your project management skills while collaborating with di...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $158K *

Unlock potential by leading land acquisition efforts, negotiating agreements, and fostering relationships with stakeholders to support renewable energy projects. Drive project development through effe...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $120K *

Lead the charge in enhancing federal staffing processes through strategic consulting and compliance with qualification standards, enabling effective recruitment and streamlined workforce planning for...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$195K - $225K *

Transform technical project management in cloud environments by overseeing workspace provisioning and automation. Collaborate with engineers and data SMEs to deliver secure, efficient solutions that e...

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2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$160K - $190K *

Unlock potential by leading case strategies, empowering teams, and driving exceptional legal outcomes. Collaborate across levels while managing significant litigation responsibilities, fostering clien...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$114K - $169K *

Champion product innovation by leading cross-functional teams to enhance market-leading portfolios. Manage end-to-end lifecycle processes to deliver solutions that address customer challenges while op...

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Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$119K - $199K *

Shape the future of customer engagement by leveraging your technical expertise and interpersonal skills. Drive project outcomes and build lasting relationships through effective communication and end...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $130K *

Advance your sales career by driving new business growth in the Ohio market. Build strong relationships with Mid-Market clients, utilize strategic planning and collaborate with marketing to exceed sal...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $224K *

Contribute to groundbreaking research by enhancing atmospheric radiative transfer models, collaborating with a team of experts, and driving innovation in numerical methods within the scientific commun...

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2 days ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$85K - $92K *

Unlock your potential by supporting revenue growth initiatives in a dynamic sales environment. Collaborate with our Business Development team to enhance client relationships, analyze sales data, and d...

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6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $150K *

Empower inventors by managing patent portfolios, drafting applications, and leading prosecution. Collaborate with dynamic teams to drive innovation while contributing to growth initiatives in a fully...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$200K - $230K *

Drive technical excellence by guiding customers in leveraging our innovative networking solutions, collaborating with sales to build impactful proposals, and delivering tailored presentations that ali...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$200K - $230K *

Inspire technical excellence as you bridge customer needs with innovative networking solutions. Collaborate with sales teams to deliver tailored architectures and drive the adoption of advanced softwa...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Transform our client relationships by delivering expert compliance solutions and guidance within the retirement services sector, while leading a dedicated team and enhancing product offerings to excee...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $120K *

Lead compliance consulting initiatives to enhance client relationships, ensuring expert guidance on IRS and ERISA regulations. Drive proactive solutions, provide team leadership, and manage compliance...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $200K *

Champion the intersection of clinical expertise and HEOR insights, ensuring real-world analyses are clinically validated and aligned with payer strategies. Collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams to...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$154K - $247K *

Join a team that's redefining partner operations by optimizing processes, leveraging data, and driving AI solutions to enhance customer lifecycle outcomes and partner performance across a global ecosy...

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3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $120K *

Shape compliance strategies by leveraging your regulatory expertise to ensure adherence to federal and state laws. Collaborate with leaders to tackle business challenges and guide the development of e...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $150K *

Elevate progress at the forefront of Salesforce development, crafting tailored solutions for complex challenges, collaborating across teams, and driving innovation while ensuring adherence to best pra...

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

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.