Contract clerk NOC code
NOC 2021 code, TEER level and Express Entry status for contract clerk.
Last reviewed 2026-11-02 · Sources: Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC)
Quick answer
The NOC code for contract clerk is 14301 (Correspondence, publication and regulatory clerks), a TEER 4 occupation — not skilled work for FSW or CEC.
NOC code
14301
TEER 4 · not skilled for FSW/CEC
High-wage
Not listed
No extra CRS points
Category draws
None
IRCC 2026 lists
What NOC 14301 covers
Correspondence, publication and regulatory clerks write correspondence, proofread material for accuracy, compile material for publication, verify, record and process forms and documents, such as applications, licences, permits, contracts, registrations and requisitions, and perform other related clerical duties in accordance with established procedures, guidelines and schedules. They are employed by newspapers, periodicals, publishing firms and by establishments throughout the private and public sectors.
| Unit group | 14301 — Correspondence, publication and regulatory clerks |
|---|---|
| TEER | TEER 4 — usually requires a high school diploma or several weeks of on-the-job training |
| Broad category | Business, finance and administration occupations |
Main duties to compare with yours
- Classified advertising clerks
- Receive customers' orders for classified advertising, write and edit copy, calculate advertising costs and bill customers.
- Correspondence clerks
- Write business and government correspondence such as replies to requests for information and assistance, damage claims, credit and billing enquiries and service complaints.
- Proofreaders and editorial assistants
- Assist in the preparation of periodicals, advertisements, catalogues, directories and other material for publication
To use NOC 14301 on an Express Entry profile or reference letter, your duties should match the lead statement and most of the main duties. See every duty and the full Express Entry breakdown for NOC 14301 →
Other job titles under NOC 14301
- Advertising clerk
- Application clerk
- Authorization clerk
- By-law clerk
- Classified advertising clerk
- Correspondence clerk
- Customs clerk
Similar titles in other NOC codes
If your duties don't match NOC 14301, one of these may fit better:
- Contract management officer — NOC 12102 (Procurement and purchasing agents and officers, TEER 2)
- Contract manager — NOC 10012 (Purchasing managers, TEER 0)
Calculate your CRS score → · All job titles A–Z · High-wage list
Sources: Statistics Canada, NOC 2021 Version 1.0 (example titles and duties); IRCC high-wage occupations and category-based selection lists. Check the official NOC site before you apply.
Frequently asked questions
What is the NOC code for contract clerk?+
In NOC 2021, "contract clerk" is an example title in unit group 14301 — Correspondence, publication and regulatory clerks. It is a TEER 4 occupation in the "Business, finance and administration occupations" broad category.
Is contract clerk eligible for Express Entry?+
NOC 14301 is TEER 4. IRCC only counts TEER 0–3 work as skilled experience for the Federal Skilled Worker Program and Canadian Experience Class, so this work generally won't qualify for those programs on its own. Some provincial programs accept TEER 4–5 work.
Does contract clerk get extra CRS points?+
NOC 14301 isn't on IRCC's high-wage list, so there are no extra high-wage or job offer points. Canadian work-length points still apply for TEER 0–3 work.
Can a contract clerk get a category-based Express Entry invitation?+
NOC 14301 isn't on any of IRCC's current category-based selection lists. You can still be invited in general, Canadian Experience Class or Provincial Nominee Program rounds.
What if my job title says contract clerk but my duties are different?+
IRCC assesses your duties, not your job title. Compare what you actually do with the lead statement and main duties of NOC 14301. If most of them don't match, look at the related occupations below or search the official NOC site.