Director, Contracts Jobs

Explore Director, Contracts jobs for experienced professionals who lead contract strategy, negotiation, administration, and compliance. These senior roles help organizations manage commercial risk, strengthen business relationships, and support growth across complex agreements. Browse vetted opportunities on Ladders, including professional positions paying $100,000 or more.

What Does a Director of Contracts Do?

A Director of Contracts oversees the full contract lifecycle, from reviewing and negotiating terms to managing approvals, performance, renewals, and closeout. Depending on the organization, the role may lead contracts teams, establish policies, advise executives, and partner with legal, finance, sales, procurement, and operations.

Key Responsibilities

Common responsibilities include developing contract processes, negotiating agreements with customers and suppliers, identifying legal and financial risks, monitoring regulatory and policy compliance, and improving contract management systems. Directors may also oversee audits, resolve disputes, support bids and proposals, and report contract performance to senior leadership.

Qualifications and Skills

Employers typically seek substantial experience in contracts, commercial management, procurement, or a related field, along with a record of leading teams or complex negotiations. Useful strengths include contract interpretation, risk management, communication, sound judgment, attention to detail, and familiarity with relevant regulations and contract lifecycle management tools. Requirements vary by industry and employer; some positions may prefer a degree or professional certification.

Industries and Career Opportunities

Director of Contracts roles can be found in industries such as technology, aerospace and defense, healthcare, construction, manufacturing, government contracting, and professional services. The scope of the position varies: some directors focus on commercial agreements, while others oversee government contracts, supplier relationships, or enterprise-wide contract operations.

Find Director, Contracts Jobs on Ladders

Use Ladders to explore vetted professional opportunities and find Director, Contracts jobs with salaries of $100,000 or more. Review role requirements, compare opportunities by industry and location, and identify positions that align with your leadership experience and career goals.

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$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in negotiating clinical trial agreements and budgets, managing a diverse portfolio while collaborating with stakeholders to ensure efficient study start-up and compliance throughout th...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Transform clinical trial agreements by independently negotiating contracts and budgets. Collaborate with sites and stakeholders to ensure efficient study start-up while managing a diverse portfolio of...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $135K *

Drive strategic procurement and compliance for IT and cloud services, managing complex contracts and vendor relations to optimize costs, mitigate risks, and enhance operational efficiency across techn...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$159K - $212K *

Join a team that's redefining legal support in retail and office sectors. Provide expert legal advice, negotiate complex leases, and lead a dynamic legal team to align with corporate strategies and en...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

1 week ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to manage end-to-end government contracts, driving negotiations, compliance, and lifecycle management while interfacing with federal officials and ensuring project funding aligns w...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$95K - $115K *

Optimize procurement strategies and contractual agreements in IT, Network & Cloud domains. This role requires managing complex negotiations, ensuring compliance, and enhancing cost efficiencies to con...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Help us drive federal procurement excellence by managing the complete acquisition lifecycle, ensuring compliance with regulations, and collaborating with stakeholders to optimize procurement strategie...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Shape the future of managed care by overseeing contract compliance, data management, and business development. Collaborate with health plans to ensure credentialing, negotiate contracts, and analyze p...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$88K - $105K *

Shape the future of managed care by overseeing contract compliance, data management, and business development. Collaborate with health plans to ensure credentialing, negotiate contracts, and analyze p...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$210K - $235K *

Lead the charge in developing integrated sourcing and materials strategies to enhance supply chain effectiveness across global Aerospace operations, ensuring alignment with business objectives and dri...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$180K - $200K *

Lead the charge in shaping legal strategy and governance for a dynamic global business. Drive compliance, manage risk, and provide strategic counsel across commercial and regulatory domains while coll...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Engage in innovative acquisition strategies as a Senior Contract Specialist, leading the development and administration of rapid-acquisition mechanisms. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance softw...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $100K *

Elevate accounting operations by leading high-volume teams in Accounts Payable, Receivable, and cash management. Drive process improvements, optimize workflows, and enhance internal controls to suppor...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$88K - $105K *

Lead the charge in contract oversight and financial reporting, ensuring compliance and strategic alignment across Resident Business Services. Drive analytical insights and support operational decision...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$75K - $95K *

Optimize industry partnerships by drafting, negotiating, and managing contracts for technology transfer and research activities, ensuring compliance with policies while collaborating with internal sta...

Reposted yesterday

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

$75K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team to manage contracts supporting research and technology transfer. Drive negotiations for industry partnerships, ensuring compliance while collaborating with internal stakeholders to...

Reposted yesterday

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

$210K - $225K *

Shape the future of enterprise security by leading GRC initiatives, ensuring compliance with industry standards, and fostering a culture of accountability. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance ri...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$140K - $165K *

Advance relationships with key distribution partners to drive growth in investment management, focusing on mutual funds, ETFs, and SMAs. Lead strategic initiatives to enhance product placement and fos...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $238K *

Drive strategic insights through advanced analytics for M&A transactions, leading teams to evaluate deals and enhance client value. Collaborate with stakeholders to develop financial models and identi...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $110K *

Manage contract reviews and negotiations, ensuring compliance and risk mitigation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline processes and enhance contract performance while providing expe...

Ontario, CARemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$63K - $111K *

Manage contract administration activities, focusing on reporting, database management, and maintaining accurate records to ensure compliance and support timely execution of contract actions and modifi...

1 week ago

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

$63K - $111K *

Manage contract administration activities, ensuring accurate records, reporting, and database integrity. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance processes and support timely execution of contract mod...

1 week ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Transform contract management by preparing and negotiating terms for DoD R&D contracts. Ensure compliance and optimize performance in a dynamic, collaborative environment while supporting evolving pro...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $220K *

Lead financial strategy for manufacturing operations, driving insights and optimizing costs. Collaborate with senior leadership to enhance productivity and reporting, ensuring financial performance al...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$88K - $105K *

Lead strategic contract negotiations and lifecycle management to enhance customer satisfaction and operational excellence, ensuring alignment with business objectives and risk policies while driving g...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Director of Contracts do?question toggle

    A Director of Contracts leads contract strategy and operations, overseeing activities such as negotiation, review, compliance, performance management, renewals, and risk mitigation.

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    Requirements vary, but employers often look for significant contracts or commercial management experience, negotiation and leadership skills, and knowledge of relevant regulations. Some roles may prefer a related degree or professional certification.

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    Employers hire Directors of Contracts in areas including technology, aerospace and defense, healthcare, construction, manufacturing, government contracting, and professional services.

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    Compensation depends on factors such as industry, location, employer, and scope of responsibility. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, and listings provide details when available.

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