Director of Contracts Jobs at Ladders

Explore a wide range of high-paying Director of Contracts positions on Ladders. These roles involve overseeing contractual agreements and deals to ensure compliance and manage risks. Whether you have expertise in government contracts, commercial contracts, or international contracts, Ladders has opportunities that match your skills.

Job Requirements and Skills

Director of Contracts jobs require excellent negotiation and communication skills. They involve drafting, reviewing, and negotiating complex commercial contract agreements. In addition, they require thorough knowledge of contract laws and regulations, as well as strong managerial and organizational skills.

Career Opportunities and Outlook

The demand for Director of Contracts positions is considerably high. Ladders connects you with numerous companies looking for professionals with your skillset. We provide access to jobs that are not only rewarding but also contribute to your career growth.

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$139K - $224K *

Lead and innovate within the contracts department, guiding strategies on complex contract issues. Collaborate with teams to enhance processes and policies supporting efficient contract administration...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$146K - $234K *

Unlock potential by leading the contracts function within a federal sector, ensuring compliance, operational performance, and strategic guidance. Drive negotiation strategies while mentoring a diverse...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$150K - $200K *

Drive the transformation of our Government contracts function, managing a complex pipeline of 40-100 high-value agreements. Partner with stakeholders to ensure seamless execution, compliance, and risk...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$90K - $120K *

Deliver strategic leadership in contract lifecycle management, driving operational excellence and continuous improvement. Lead a dynamic team to maximize business performance while minimizing risk and...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$120K - $150K *

Drive the strategic growth of the Contracts function by managing the full contract lifecycle, ensuring compliance, and providing expert guidance to leadership within a dynamic defense technology envir...

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $180K *

Lead the charge in drafting and reviewing contracts, ensuring compliance and strategic alignment with stakeholders. Drive enhancements and support negotiations while managing a diverse workload in a f...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$125K - $175K *

Tackle complex commercial agreements and optimize risk management strategies while leading legal collaboration across teams in a high-volume environment, ensuring compliance and alignment with busines...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $120K *

Transform contract management for a prominent institution by overseeing the lifecycle of complex agreements and ensuring compliance with regulations while providing strategic guidance to stakeholders...

2 weeks ago

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

$161K - $258K *

Manage and lead strategic contracting and procurement activities, ensuring compliance and effective execution across multiple sites. Drive team performance while fostering relationships with governmen...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$90K - $120K *

Join a team that's vital in managing FFP contracts, engaging customers, and executing proposals. Contribute your negotiation expertise to ensure successful pricing strategies and maintain compliance w...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in shaping contracting strategy and compliance across complex programs. As a high-visibility role, you will partner with leaders to drive performance and manage federal contracts, ensu...

3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$77K - $89K *

Join a dynamic team to lead complex procurement projects, ensuring compliance and delivering value. Utilize your negotiation and management skills to drive strategic initiatives and foster accountabil...

3 weeks ago

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

$90K - $120K *

Lead the charge in driving operational excellence across a portfolio of custodial and grounds maintenance contracts, ensuring compliance, financial performance, and high-quality service delivery while...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $200K *

Empower the organization by leading legal affairs and compliance initiatives, driving contract management efficiency, and mentoring teams to establish best practices in risk management and corporate g...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$130K - $180K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of trade and contract operations for a cutting-edge biotechnology firm. Lead system implementation and management, ensuring operational excellence as the company...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$138K - $221K *

Tackle complex intercompany agreements and contract governance challenges. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance, drive timely decisions, and enhance lifecycle execution for reg...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $150K *

Lead the charge in transforming procurement strategies to drive enterprise technology investments, ensuring alignment with business goals, compliance, and long-term value while delivering operational...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $130K *

Oversee contract negotiations and compliance, manage supply utilization, and drive cost efficiencies in healthcare systems while collaborating with clinical and procurement teams to enhance quality an...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$132K - $165K *

Drive strategic leadership in research contract management, overseeing negotiation and administration of complex agreements to ensure compliance and responsiveness. Collaborate with stakeholders to en...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

6 days ago

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

$159K - $207K *

Join a dynamic legal team to manage the complete contract lifecycle, ensuring compliance and operational efficiency. Collaborate across departments, lead contract negotiations, and implement contract...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $120K *

Lead the development and negotiation of complex commercial contracts, while collaborating with global teams to ensure compliance and accountability in budgeting and contract management processes...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$85K - $115K *

Oversee global contract management and operations, ensuring precision in licensing and compliance across diverse business lines while collaborating with multiple departments for streamlined processes...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $150K *

Elevate corporate real estate transactions, managing complex portfolios from acquisition to disposal while leading internal and external teams to deliver innovative strategies and enhance value for cl...

2 weeks ago

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

$176K - $282K *

Transform the contracts landscape by leading a dynamic team, providing strategic advice on complex DoD/DoW contracts, and driving growth initiatives to ensure exceptional performance and compliance ac...

1 week ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$125K - $150K *

Manage and lead contract lifecycle for global Data Subscription Services, collaborating with legal teams to enhance commercial strategies, ensuring compliance with regulations, and supporting procurem...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Director of Contracts do?question toggle

    A Director of Contracts oversees all aspects of contract management within an organization. This includes developing, drafting, negotiating, and executing contracts; ensuring that contracts are in compliance with legal requirements; and tracking and evaluating contract performance.

  • What skills are needed for a Director of Contracts job?question toggle

    The job requires skills in negotiation, communication, contract law, contract drafting and review, risk management, and project management. It also requires strong leadership abilities and business acumen.

  • What qualifications are needed for a Director of Contracts job?question toggle

    Most Director of Contracts roles require a bachelor's degree in business or a related field, as well as several years of experience in contracts management. Some positions might require a master's degree or a professional certification in contract management.