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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$110K - $130K *

Deliver impactful legal operations by leading contract management efforts, implementing advanced technology solutions, and collaborating across departments to streamline and enhance contract processes...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$111K - $221K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in space operations and enhancing national security. Leverage your expertise in acquisitions, program management, and financial strategy to transform cutting-edge...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$137K - $178K *

Drive strategic leadership in contract management to enhance infrastructure project delivery. Collaborate with clients and national leaders, ensuring service excellence and risk management while overs...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

Today

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

$86K - $128K *

Elevate your career by leading proposal development for government opportunities. Collaborate with diverse teams to analyze RFP requirements, ensure compliance, and manage the proposal lifecycle to de...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

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

$147K - $188K *

Champion legal strategy and governance for international prime contracts while advising executives on complex commercial matters and infrastructure projects, ensuring compliance, risk mitigation, and...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$120K - $160K *

Advance your career by leading strategic contract processes and optimizing business outcomes. Collaborate with leadership, manage complex contracts, and guide teams to success in a dynamic environment...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$125K - $150K *

Drive strategic contracting solutions and lead complex negotiations in a collaborative environment. Oversee diverse programs, mentor teams, and influence senior leaders to enhance organizational perfo...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $145K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of contracts management, providing strategic leadership and advice to enhance business outcomes, streamline execution, and support enterprise goals across diverse...

5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$160K - $200K *

Join a dynamic team to manage complex contracts for national security agencies. Leverage your expertise in contract negotiations and compliance to drive success, mentor team members, and ensure adhere...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$110K - $130K *

Help us manage the full contract lifecycle, ensuring compliance, optimizing procurement strategies, and enhancing supplier performance to support business objectives across our operations...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$110K - $130K *

Empower your career by managing full lifecycle contracts for complex agreements. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, negotiate with OEMs, and ensure compliance while mitigating risks. Play a key...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$65K - $104K *

Engage in comprehensive data analysis and reporting while coordinating project activities and supporting management teams to optimize workflows. Your contributions will enhance organizational efficien...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$98K - $217K *

Advance your career by leading procurement efforts that support logistics and operational requirements. Develop strategies, manage suppliers, and ensure compliance while mentoring your team and optimi...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Champion strategic procurement by managing and closing subcontracts, ensuring compliance with regulations, and fostering supplier relationships to optimize project success. Guide junior staff while ex...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$137K - $206K *

Join a team that's redefining space exploration by leading contracts management. Drive effective negotiations, strategize proposals, and ensure compliance, all while mentoring a talented team in a dyn...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$88K - $105K *

Transform contracts management by overseeing development, negotiation, and execution of commercial agreements. Serve as a liaison to ensure efficiency and risk management while collaborating with vari...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career as you partner with stakeholders to optimize Procurement strategies, drive business efficiency, and enhance supplier relations, ensuring impactful service delivery aligned with bus...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$119K - $128K *

Take ownership of key contractual agreements while ensuring compliance and collaboration across teams. Drive negotiations, manage risks, and leverage expertise to enhance organizational success in a d...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$119K - $128K *

Elevate your career by managing and executing contractual agreements, ensuring compliance, and mitigating risks. Collaborate closely with diverse teams to drive success while maintaining accurate reco...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$119K - $128K *

Unlock your potential as a Contracts Specialist, managing and negotiating agreements, ensuring compliance, and building strong relationships with stakeholders. Drive organizational success while contr...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$119K - $128K *

Partner with us to manage and execute contractual agreements, ensuring compliance and risk mitigation through strong communication and organizational skills. Collaborate with diverse teams to meet bus...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$119K - $128K *

Champion contract efficiency by supporting management of agreements, negotiating terms, and ensuring compliance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to mitigate risks and uphold contractual obliga...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$119K - $128K *

Execute effective contract management by negotiating, drafting, and ensuring compliance with agreements. Collaborate with teams to mitigate risks and maintain accurate records while fostering strong c...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$119K - $128K *

Lead contract strategies to enhance compliance and risk management while collaborating with cross-functional teams. Drive the execution and negotiation of contractual agreements to ensure alignment wi...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$84K - $122K *

Drive end-to-end contract management for strategic sourcing, ensuring compliance and effective stakeholder collaboration. Develop expertise in clinical and professional services contracts to support o...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 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.