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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$97K - $134K *

Unlock potential by managing diverse teams of claims examiners, overseeing complex construction injury and defect claims, and fostering strong internal and external relationships while driving team pe...

3 weeks ago

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

$97K - $134K *

Champion a skilled team of claims examiners, driving resolution for both simple and complex construction injury claims. Provide leadership, coaching, and strategic direction to ensure adherence to bes...

3 weeks ago

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

$97K - $134K *

Join a dynamic team to oversee claims operations, providing strategic direction and fostering strong relationships. Empower your team to achieve organizational goals while managing complex claims effe...

3 weeks ago

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

$97K - $134K *

Lead the charge in overseeing a dynamic team of claims examiners, managing complex construction claims while providing direction, training, and performance assessment to meet organizational goals effe...

3 weeks ago

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

$97K - $134K *

Unlock potential by overseeing a diverse team of claims examiners, ensuring the effective resolution of construction-related claims, while fostering strong relationships with stakeholders and driving...

3 weeks ago

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

$97K - $134K *

Champion a team of claims examiners by overseeing complex construction injury claims. Drive performance, foster relationships, and ensure compliance while mentoring staff and optimizing processes to a...

3 weeks ago

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

$97K - $134K *

Lead a team of claims examiners to resolve complex construction injury claims. Foster relationships with stakeholders, enhance team performance, and ensure compliance with regulations while driving co...

3 weeks ago

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

$97K - $134K *

Elevate our claims management team by driving effective resolution of complex construction-related claims, fostering relationships and ensuring adherence to best practices while optimizing operational...

3 weeks ago

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

$97K - $134K *

Unlock potential by leading a diverse team of claims examiners, overseeing complex construction injury claims and enhancing stakeholder relationships while driving operational excellence and team deve...

3 weeks ago

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

$80K - $100K *

Join a dynamic team where you'll lead payer contract negotiations, manage agreements, and collaborate across functions. Utilize your expertise to ensure reimbursement models align with clinical operat...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $150K *

Elevate legal strategy and compliance for a multinational firm, guiding commercial negotiations, ensuring adherence to regulations, and fostering collaboration across global teams to drive business su...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$120K - $150K *

Join us to provide strategic legal counsel while ensuring compliance and supporting commercial operations across Canada and beyond. Successfully balance legal obligations with practical, solution-orie...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$90K - $120K *

Take ownership of the contract lifecycle management for vendor and customer agreements. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance processes, ensure compliance, and drive efficiency, while man...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$75K - $95K *

Strategize procurement processes by ensuring efficiency from planning to contract closure. Collaborate with internal clients and suppliers to enhance productivity and achieve the best results for smoo...

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3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $110K *

Champion effective grants management by supporting clients through the entire grants lifecycle. Leverage your expertise to ensure compliance and optimize funding opportunities for government and nonpr...

2 weeks ago

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

$75K - $95K *

Explore a rewarding career where you will guide clients through the grants lifecycle, ensuring compliance and optimizing funding opportunities for state, local, tribal, and nonprofit organizations. Ma...

2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $110K *

Join a team that's transforming grant management by guiding clients through the grants lifecycle, ensuring compliance, and enhancing operational efficiency while collaborating with diverse governmenta...

2 weeks ago

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

$75K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing grants management for government clients. You'll evaluate needs, provide strategic oversight, and guide stakeholders through the entire grants lifecycle, ensu...

2 weeks ago

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

$75K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to guiding clients through the complexities of grants management, ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations, while building lasting relationships with diverse...

2 weeks ago

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

$75K - $95K *

Lead the support of state and federal grants management, ensuring compliance and oversight throughout the grants lifecycle while fostering relationships across various government and nonprofit organiz...

2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $110K *

Join us to support clients in managing state and federal grants, overseeing compliance, and ensuring efficient grant lifecycle management. Collaborate with diverse organizations to enhance funding str...

2 weeks ago

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

$75K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing grant management for state, local, tribal, and nonprofit entities. Influence aid effectiveness by directing projects through all grant lifecycle phases while...

2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $110K *

Advance your career with a senior consultant role focused on grants management, supporting various governmental and nonprofit clients throughout the grants lifecycle. Engage in compliance, budgeting...

2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $110K *

Join a team that's redefining grant management, providing expertise in federal and state compliance, project strategy, and oversight to support diverse clients throughout the grants lifecycle, from ap...

2 weeks ago

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

$75K - $95K *

Optimize grants management processes for diverse clients, delivering expert guidance throughout the grants lifecycle. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure compliance and effective utilization of re...

2 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.