Contract Administrator

NR Consulting; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 68,880 - 75,768; Full time

Job summary

A consulting firm in Los Angeles is seeking an experienced Contract Administrator to oversee complex contracts and ensure compliance with U.S. and international export control laws. Candidates should have 8+ years of contract administration experience and strong negotiation skills. This full-time position involves managing high-value contracts, risk assessment, and coordinating with internal teams for compliance. Join a mid-senior level role that plays a crucial part in global operations.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of progressive contract administration experience.
• Strong knowledge of ITAR, EAR, OFAC, and export compliance.
• Proven negotiation and risk assessment skills.

Responsibilities

• Administer and manage high-value, complex contracts from proposal to fulfillment.
• Ensure compliance with ITAR/EAR and global trade regulations.
• Negotiate pricing, terms, and contract changes according to policies.
• Monitor contract performance and recommend risk mitigation strategies.
• Lead process improvement initiatives and mentor junior staff.

Skills

Contract negotiation

Risk management

Order management

Trade compliance

Customer relations

Education

Bachelor’s in Business Administration or related field

Contract management certification (NCMA/IACCM)

Job description

Base pay range

$50.00/hr - $55.00/hr

Location

North Hollywood, CA 91605

Shift

1st Shift | Start between 7–8 AM (M–F, 8 hrs./day)

Overview

Seeking an experienced Contract Administrator to oversee complex contracts and ensure full compliance with U.S. and international export control laws (EAR, ITAR, OFAC, etc.). This role involves contract negotiation, risk management, order management, and trade compliance across global operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Administer and manage high‑value, complex contracts from proposal through fulfillment.
• Ensure compliance with ITAR/EAR and global trade regulations.
• Negotiate pricing, terms, and contract changes in accordance with company policies.
• Support proposal development, RFP responses, and NDA creation.
• Monitor contract performance, assess risks, and recommend mitigation strategies.
• Coordinate with internal teams on technical, quality, and legal matters.
• Lead process improvement initiatives and mentor junior staff.
• Maintain records, manage order entries, and oversee demand planning (S&OP).

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s in Business Administration or related field required.
• 8+ years of progressive contract administration experience.
• Contract management certification (NCMA/IACCM) required, or JD/MBA in lieu.
• Strong knowledge of ITAR, EAR, OFAC, and export compliance.
• Proven negotiation, risk assessment, and customer relations skills.

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Other

Industries

Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing and Defense and Space Manufacturing