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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$164K - $200K *

Innovate within a leadership role overseeing contract management for State and Local projects. Lead a diverse team, drive strategic partnerships, and ensure compliance across a range of government con...

1 week ago

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

$90K - $110K *

Take ownership of contract compliance functions by driving accountability across teams and ensuring contractual obligations are met. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to enhance compliance process...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$90K - $120K *

Lead acquisition strategy and execution, ensuring compliance in federal contracting operations. Collaborate with mission partners to deliver expert contracting support, guiding junior staff, and enhan...

Yesterday

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

$96K - $108K *

Empower your career with a pivotal role in contract management, driving cost efficiency and supplier relationships while ensuring compliance in a dynamic mining environment. Lead negotiations, develop...

Princeton, BCIn-Person

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$90K - $120K *

Explore opportunities by overseeing contract management, procurement, and compliance for capital projects. Collaborate with project teams, contractors, and procurement functions to ensure adherence to...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$75K - $95K *

Manage contract administration and procurement processes for capital projects, ensuring compliance with regulations and company policies. Act as a key liaison between project teams and contractors to...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $130K *

Drive success by leading the development and negotiation of complex long-term agreements, ensuring alignment of technical, financial, and operational commitments across diverse teams to protect capita...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$175K - $215K *

Drive success by owning the commercial contracting process, drafting and negotiating agreements, managing legal risks, and collaborating with teams to support a fast-growing business in the dynamic ae...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$140K - $173K *

Join a team that's redefining legal operations by leveraging technology to enhance procurement workflows. Collaborate to streamline processes, improve contract management, and support AI initiatives f...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$78K - $95K *

Engage in strategic sourcing and supply chain operations to optimize material availability and ensure timely delivery for global infrastructure projects. You will lead negotiations, manage contracts...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$75K - $95K *

Manage payer contract activities, ensuring compliance and operational workflow for revenue cycle processes. Collaborate across departments to optimize reimbursement strategies while supervising contra...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$180K - $200K *

Join a dynamic team to manage contract processes for large-scale data center construction. Drive RFx submissions, negotiate agreements, and ensure compliance while collaborating cross-functionally to...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$100K - $130K *

Elevate the success of legal contract management by overseeing full life-cycle administration for government and commercial clients in the energy sector, ensuring compliance and risk mitigation throug...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$75K - $95K *

Take ownership of contract management for major projects, ensuring compliance and driving negotiation success. Collaborate with teams to streamline processes and manage risks effectively, positioning...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$90K - $120K *

Support the lifecycle of contract administration for commercial and government programs. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and timely execution while mitigating risks in a f...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Optimize contract and procurement processes while ensuring compliance with government regulations. Lead contract management and vendor relationships to support operational objectives and mitigate risk...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$130K - $180K *

Lead and scale a global Contract Management team to drive renewals and NRR, fostering a high-performance culture and ensuring transparent commercial experiences across all customer segments...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $110K *

Explore a pivotal role handling contracts and compliance management, ensuring adherence to government regulations and supporting cross-functional teams while mitigating risks for successful project ou...

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Unlock potential by leading end-to-end contract management across corporate functions. This role requires strategic thinking and collaboration to ensure compliance, mitigate risk, and align contracts...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $133K *

Optimize the contract management process by reviewing, negotiating, and coordinating contracts while ensuring compliance with laws and corporate policies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to mi...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$95K - $133K *

Drive the contract management process by reviewing, negotiating, and approving contracts while collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with legal standards and company policies...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$95K - $133K *

Join a dynamic team to drive comprehensive contract management, ensuring compliance and effective negotiation while protecting organizational interests. Foster relationships with stakeholders and enha...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$187K - $208K *

Join the transformative Edmonton 3 Blue Hydrogen Project, leading complex contract management efforts in a dynamic construction environment. Collaborate across teams to ensure compliance and optimize...

Edmonton, ABIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$90K - $130K *

Elevate your career by leading procurement strategies that drive innovation and operational excellence. Manage supplier relationships while optimizing sourcing execution for global growth and efficien...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $120K *

Grow your career with this Contracts Manager role, overseeing contract negotiations, mitigating risks, and ensuring compliance with corporate policies while supporting various business units. Influenc...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

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.