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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$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

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$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

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$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...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

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

$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

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$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

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$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

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$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

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$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

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

$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

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$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

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

$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

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

$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...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$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

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$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

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$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

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$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...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$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

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$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

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$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

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$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...

Edmonton, ABIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$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

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$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...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$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

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$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

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$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

  •   Less than 5 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.