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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$180K - $200K *

Lead the development of a robust risk and control framework, ensuring effective identification and management of risks in fiduciary and regulated financial services. Collaborate with stakeholders to e...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$200K - $225K *

Elevate compliance standards by actively engaging in investment diligence and policy implementation. Collaborate across functions to ensure adherence to ethical practices, protect investments, and fos...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$170K - $200K *

Champion our credit risk governance framework by enhancing policies and procedures. Join a dynamic team to improve governance and regulatory interactions, ensuring effective credit lifecycle managemen...

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$64K - $96K *

Join us to enhance compliance and operational policies for clinical trials. You'll assess budgets and billing plans, ensuring adherence to laws while acting as a subject matter expert in clinical tria...

2 days ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Take ownership of the compliance program, ensuring adherence to regulations and fostering a culture of accountability. Lead audits, policy governance, and training initiatives while collaborating with...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$95K - $115K *

Elevate your career by leading compliance initiatives that ensure integrity and adherence to regulations. Drive a culture of accountability while overseeing audits, policy governance, and training pro...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$110K - $130K *

Elevate compliance standards by leading a comprehensive program that ensures integrity and adherence to regulations. Collaborate with leadership to foster a culture of accountability and proactive ris...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$100K - $120K *

Empower compliance excellence by leading a comprehensive program that ensures adherence to regulations and fosters a culture of accountability. Collaborate with leadership to mitigate risks and enhanc...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$100K - $120K *

Lead and enhance the compliance program, ensuring adherence to regulations and fostering a culture of accountability and transparency across the organization...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring compliance and integrity across the organization. Lead the development and execution of a comprehensive compliance program while fostering a culture of account...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$100K - $120K *

Lead the enterprise-wide compliance program, ensuring adherence to regulations and fostering a culture of accountability. Oversee compliance operations, audits, and policy governance while collaborati...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$90K - $165K *

Drive compliance excellence by advising financial services firms, leading client engagements, and enhancing compliance programs. Collaborate with teams to deliver practical solutions while mentoring j...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $165K *

Elevate your career by advising financial services firms on compliance, mentoring talent, and enhancing client relationships. Leverage your expertise in regulatory frameworks to deliver tailored solut...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $165K *

Transform your career by advising financial services firms on compliance, leading client engagements, and enhancing regulatory programs. Collaborate with a talented team to deliver practical solutions...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $165K *

Provide strategic compliance guidance to financial services firms, enhancing their regulatory frameworks and client relationships. Lead engagements, mentor teams, and translate complex regulations int...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $165K *

Empower financial services firms by providing expert compliance guidance, mentoring colleagues, and enhancing client relationships. Lead engagements, translate complex regulations into actionable solu...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $165K *

Unlock potential by advising financial services firms on compliance, enhancing their programs, and mentoring talent. Collaborate with senior professionals to deliver strategic guidance and foster clie...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $165K *

Lead compliance initiatives for diverse financial services clients, providing strategic guidance and enhancing compliance programs. Collaborate with teams to deliver high-quality solutions while mento...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$239K - $303K *

Lead the charge in enhancing our regional Ethics & Compliance program, providing strategic guidance to executives while managing a diverse team across EMEA, APJC, and LATAM to ensure alignment with gl...

5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$239K - $303K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of compliance by leading regional Ethics & Compliance strategies. Collaborate with executives to enhance Cisco's compliance culture and mitigate risks while manag...

5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$239K - $303K *

Lead our regional Ethics & Compliance program, providing strategic guidance to executives. Drive compliance culture, mitigate risks, and manage a diverse team across EMEA, APJC, and LATAM, ensuring al...

5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$239K - $303K *

Elevate your career by leading regional Ethics & Compliance initiatives, providing strategic guidance to executives, and driving a culture of compliance across diverse teams. Your expertise will shape...

5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$159K - $207K *

Champion compliance excellence by overseeing healthcare regulations, ensuring ethical practices, and collaborating cross-functionally to uphold transparency and integrity in all operations...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$186K *

Elevate internal auditing practices by partnering with leadership to ensure compliance with GAGAS and OMB standards. Oversee audit activities, provide strategic direction, and enhance organizational a...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$118K - $195K *

Transform identity governance operations by leading a dynamic team, ensuring effective execution of identity lifecycle management, access controls, and compliance while driving automation and collabor...

2 days ago

  •   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.