Chief Compliance Officer (CCO) Jobs

Chief Compliance Officers help organizations uphold legal, regulatory, and ethical standards while supporting responsible business growth. Explore vetted CCO opportunities on Ladders, including senior roles at organizations seeking experienced leaders in compliance, risk management, and corporate governance. Ladders focuses on professional jobs paying $100,000 or more.

What Does a Chief Compliance Officer Do?

A CCO develops and oversees compliance programs tailored to an organization’s industry, operations, and regulatory obligations. Typical responsibilities include interpreting laws and regulations, assessing compliance risks, establishing policies and controls, conducting audits or monitoring, and reporting findings to executive leadership and the board. CCOs also guide investigations, coordinate with legal and risk teams, and foster a culture of integrity across the organization.

Common CCO Qualifications

Employers often seek substantial experience in compliance, regulatory affairs, legal, audit, or risk leadership. Many roles require a bachelor’s degree, while some prefer an advanced degree or professional certifications relevant to the industry. Strong candidates bring sound judgment, clear communication, executive presence, and the ability to translate complex requirements into practical business processes.

Industries and Career Opportunities

Chief Compliance Officer roles are common in financial services, healthcare, insurance, technology, manufacturing, and other regulated sectors. The scope of the position varies: some CCOs lead enterprise-wide programs, while others focus on a particular business unit, region, or regulatory area. Search current openings to find opportunities that match your sector expertise and leadership goals.

Find Chief Compliance Officer Jobs on Ladders

Use Ladders to explore vetted professional CCO opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Review role requirements, compare leadership responsibilities, and identify positions that align with your experience in compliance strategy, governance, and risk oversight.

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$80K - $100K *

Transform compliance processes by leading investigations, ensuring regulatory readiness, and maintaining quality systems. Collaborate with teams to address cGMP inadequacies and uphold high standards...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$180K - $220K *

Drive commercial strategy and growth by leading complex negotiations, building partnerships, and designing innovative solutions that meet client needs in government and managed care markets, ensuring...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$180K - $220K *

Explore strategic growth opportunities as you lead commercial initiatives, develop partnerships, and negotiate contracts in government and managed care markets, ensuring alignment with organizational...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$140K - $160K *

Lead the charge in designing and managing compliance programs for Capital Partners, ensuring regulatory adherence and effective governance across multiple adviser entities while collaborating with div...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $180K *

Drive compliance and data governance initiatives, ensuring adherence to federal regulations while collaborating with cross-functional teams to develop innovative solutions for complex challenges in a...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$130K - $160K *

Join our dynamic legal team as you ensure regulatory compliance, manage legal risks, and drive innovation across operations. Bring your expertise to guide product and commercial teams while transformi...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$93K - $121K *

Discover a dynamic role where you enhance compliance programs, collaborate across teams, and address regulatory challenges in a fast-paced environment, ensuring effective governance and adherence to e...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$85K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team as you enhance governance, risk, and compliance processes. Collaborate with executives to ensure regulatory readiness and effective administration of legal matters, driving transpa...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$85K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team to manage legal processes, ensuring compliance and efficiency. You'll streamline operations, support attorneys, and leverage technology to enhance workflows, all while maintaining...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Drive compliance excellence by overseeing regulatory adherence in wholesale brokerage. Serve as a key expert in Excess & Surplus lines while collaborating with cross-functional teams to mitigate risk...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$190K - $240K *

Drive compliance strategies and collaborate cross-functionally to ensure legal adherence in a highly regulated healthcare environment, providing expert advice on regulations and best practices to enha...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Champion compliance excellence by providing strategic regulatory guidance and risk assessments. Collaborate with business partners to ensure adherence to banking laws, enhance compliance culture, and...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$207K - $259K *

Join a dynamic team as a compliance advisor for AI products, ensuring compliance-by-design from concept to launch. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to shape governance frameworks and drive resp...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$207K - $259K *

Join a team that's redefining compliance in AI banking. As a Lead Compliance Risk Manager, you'll shape governance for innovative products, ensuring regulatory adherence while driving rapid growth and...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$187K - $233K *

Join a dynamic team as a compliance advisor for AI products, shaping governance and compliance strategies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance-by-design from concept to launch...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$187K - $233K *

Support compliance for AI products by advising cross-functional teams, ensuring regulatory adherence, and shaping governance frameworks. Lead compliance initiatives, mentor colleagues, and drive produ...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$119K - $186K *

Advance your career by providing strategic legal counsel on data governance, privacy, and cybersecurity within a dynamic healthcare environment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive compli...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$107K - $126K *

Take ownership of a comprehensive healthcare compliance program, blending corporate and Medicare compliance. Drive audit processes, risk assessments, and employee training to ensure adherence and exce...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team as you develop and implement compliance programs for wholesale brokerage operations, focusing on Excess & Surplus lines. Collaborate with leadership to ensure adherence to regulati...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

Drive regulatory connectivity initiatives by coordinating project activities, ensuring compliance, and enhancing data governance across cross-functional teams in a dynamic banking environment...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$95K - $115K *

Transform compliance strategies to ensure adherence to insurance regulations, mitigate risks, and support business growth across multiple jurisdictions in the wholesale brokerage and E&S lines sectors...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Transform compliance practices by developing and implementing robust programs that ensure adherence to insurance regulations, mitigate risks, and support business growth across multiple jurisdictions...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Transform compliance strategies by overseeing regulatory adherence in wholesale brokerage operations, focusing on Excess & Surplus lines. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to mitigate risks and...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$115K - $135K *

Lead the charge in ensuring regulatory compliance for innovative banking products. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to analyze regulations, review disclosures, and enhance customer experience w...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$115K - $135K *

Join a team that's redefining financial services by ensuring compliance for innovative banking products. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to analyze regulations, guide product development, and...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What is a Chief Compliance Officer?question toggle

    A Chief Compliance Officer is a senior executive responsible for overseeing an organization’s compliance program and helping ensure that its practices meet applicable laws, regulations, and internal standards.

  • What does a Chief Compliance Officer do?question toggle

    CCOs assess compliance risks, establish policies and controls, monitor adherence, coordinate audits and investigations, advise leadership, and promote ethical conduct throughout the organization.

  • What qualifications are common for Chief Compliance Officer jobs?question toggle

    Employers commonly look for senior experience in compliance, legal, audit, regulatory affairs, or risk management. A relevant bachelor’s degree is often expected; advanced degrees and professional certifications may be preferred depending on the industry.

  • Which industries hire Chief Compliance Officers?question toggle

    CCOs work across industries with significant regulatory or governance needs, including financial services, healthcare, insurance, technology, and manufacturing.

  • Where can I find Chief Compliance Officer jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, including executive and senior-level Chief Compliance Officer opportunities.