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.
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.
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.
$132K - $140K *
Lead the charge in overseeing contract management for federal accounts, driving compliance and risk management, while optimizing business operations through expert advisory and cross-functional collab...
1 week ago
$95K - $115K *
Lead the charge in managing customer contracts to optimize profitability and growth. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to analyze commercial terms, negotiate agreements, and ensure compliance in...
2 weeks ago
$84K - $128K *
Optimize contracting strategies by managing a diverse portfolio of contracts, conducting analyses, and enhancing procurement processes across departments. Collaborate effectively with stakeholders to...
Today
Contracts Manager (Job ID:4444)
$100K - $120K *
Lead the charge in comprehensive contract administration, ensuring compliance and effectiveness for Federal and Commercial agreements. Collaborate with multiple departments to optimize performance and...
Reposted 6 days ago
$75K - $150K *
Lead and innovate as a key Contracts Manager, overseeing federal contracts compliance, negotiation, and strategy. Collaborate with leaders and teams to support growth and ensure effective operations a...
Yesterday
$75K - $150K *
Pioneer contract management excellence by balancing compliance and business needs. Collaborate across teams to establish effective processes while navigating federal requirements to drive growth and s...
Yesterday
$79K - $99K *
Reimagine contract management by overseeing all contract-related processes, ensuring compliance and fostering strong customer relationships while contributing to our growth in the aerospace and defens...
Reposted 4 weeks ago
Contracts Manager - Government Contracting
$125K - $135K *
Join a team that’s committed to excellence in contract administration, overseeing comprehensive support for Base Operations programs. Lead compliance and financial oversight, ensuring the successful m...
Reposted 5 days ago
$75K - $130K *
Champion complex contract administration, ensuring compliance and collaboration with diverse sponsors. Provide guidance to teams while independently negotiating and managing agreements in a dynamic re...
2 weeks ago
$75K - $130K *
Develop and manage complex contracts in a research environment, providing expertise to resolve issues and negotiate agreements, while ensuring compliance with regulations and organizational policies...
2 weeks ago
$75K - $130K *
Oversee complex contract administration tasks in a dynamic research environment. Your expertise will support proposal submissions, negotiations, and compliance for sponsored research agreements, leadi...
2 weeks ago
Senior Contract Manager, Procurement
$100K - $115K *
Lead the charge in strategic sourcing and procurement, ensuring compliance and managing contract negotiations. Drive efficiency and financial administration while supporting internal and external stak...
Today
$124K - $140K *
Lead the charge in driving contract management excellence, ensuring compliance, guiding teams, and contributing to strategic goals. Your expertise will support critical missions and foster team collab...
Reposted 6 days ago
$132K - $158K *
Optimize contract management processes while providing strategic oversight and compliance guidance in a mission-driven environment. Leverage negotiation skills and multidisciplinary knowledge to enhan...
Today
$95K - $115K *
Empower the trading process by managing contract administration for physical commodities! Drive efficiency in our fast-paced environment while ensuring accuracy and compliance from trade execution to...
2 weeks ago
$88K - $105K *
Optimize contract operations as a strategic partner, leading high-stakes negotiations and managing complex agreements for eCommerce Services, while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance...
2 weeks ago
$104K - $145K *
Champion compliance initiatives by monitoring contracts, developing goals, and ensuring adherence to regulations while managing non-compliance issues and facilitating successful contract closeouts...
Reposted 1 week ago
$80K - $95K *
Take ownership of contract administration and compliance in a dynamic environment. Collaborate cross-functionally to manage low-risk contracts, drive process improvements, and support operational goal...
2 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Manage full lifecycle contract administration for federal projects. Ensure compliance, timely modifications, and effective coordination among stakeholders to optimize contract performance and delivera...
1 week ago
Senior Procurement Contract Specialist
$100K - $120K *
Lead procurement strategies to optimize subcontractor management and ensure project success. Collaborate with various teams to uphold quality, performance, and safety standards while driving best valu...
3 weeks ago
$140K - $240K *
Join a team that's redefining contract management in a fast-paced environment. Help streamline contractual processes and enhance compliance while collaborating with cross-functional teams to support b...
4 weeks ago
$155K - $270K *
Engineer efficient contract management processes while collaborating cross-functionally to enhance contract compliance and streamline execution in a fast-paced legal environment. Play a pivotal role i...
4 weeks ago
$140K - $240K *
Seeking a skilled Contract Manager to enhance contract management processes, streamline operations, and ensure compliance within a fast-paced legal team. Collaborate with various departments to suppor...
4 weeks ago
Contract Specialist, Regulatory Affairs
$71K - $97K *
Lead the charge in drafting and managing critical legal agreements related to quality and regulatory compliance, collaborating cross-functionally to ensure organizational standards and obligations are...
4 weeks ago
Contracts Manager (Government Contracting)
$80K - $95K *
Manage contracts administration by establishing effective relationships, ensuring compliance with regulations, and collaborating cross-functionally to optimize program performance and mitigate risks...
4 weeks ago
What does a contract specialist do?
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?
Almost every industry requires contract specialists. Popular industries include government, healthcare, technology, and military defense.
How much can a contract specialist earn?
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?
Some key skills include negotiation, attention to detail, understanding of contract laws, excellent communication, and problem-solving abilities.