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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$130K - $170K *

Engage in a high-impact compliance role that spans product, operations, and marketing to ensure rigorous regulatory adherence across lending and card services in a dynamic multi-state environment whil...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $170K *

Transform compliance at Trovy by managing and enhancing regulatory frameworks across diverse teams, ensuring risk management and legal adherence in lending and card programs. Engage with product and o...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$104K - $174K *

Lead the charge in overseeing compliance risks for investment products. Collaborate with business leaders to provide strategic guidance, support product growth, and enhance governance and risk framewo...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$104K - $174K *

Collaborate to oversee compliance risks for investment products, providing strategic guidance and support for responsible growth. Drive product governance and enhance risk assessment frameworks while...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$200K - $225K *

Pioneer strategic regulatory leadership in advertising and promotion, ensuring compliance while enabling innovative product communications. Collaborate cross-functionally to guide promotional strategi...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$175K - $250K *

Champion privacy compliance by leading initiatives that safeguard sensitive data, develop policies, and ensure adherence to regulations. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance security practices and...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$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

$150K - $160K *

Shape the future of compliance by leading supervisory functions across a nationwide branch network. Drive adherence to regulations, enhance supervisory controls, and foster a culture of accountability...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Shape the future of regulatory compliance by leading monitoring efforts, providing expert guidance, and ensuring adherence to all laws within our Compliance Management framework. Collaborate across te...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Elevate compliance standards by leading an effective Regulatory Compliance Monitoring function within Risk Management. Oversee audits, advise on compliance issues, and ensure adherence to regulations...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Elevate your career by driving compliance excellence within our risk management frameworks. You'll monitor regulatory adherence, advise on compliance issues, and participate in training, ensuring a cu...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$127K - $176K *

Join our Compliance and Privacy Program to enhance healthcare standards, leverage AI-driven insights, and foster a forward-thinking culture at a leading hospital, ensuring adherence to regulations acr...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$300K *

Lead the charge in optimizing operations for a dynamic Secondaries investment team, driving execution across key initiatives, enhancing data integrity, and managing complex projects to support strateg...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$180K - $220K *

Drive compliance excellence by partnering with business leaders to navigate US broker dealer regulations, implement robust compliance programs, and enhance risk management strategies in a dynamic, col...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$159K - $280K *

Transform the ethical landscape by leading compliance initiatives, fostering a speak-up culture, and advising senior leadership. Build a dedicated team, develop metrics for ethical health, and partner...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $250K *

Shape the future of compliance at our dynamic organization while driving risk oversight, managing external relationships, and guiding teams to meet complex regulatory requirements across insurance ope...

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4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Join our team to drive compliance excellence across our New York Branch and SEB Securities, Inc. You'll execute monitoring, conduct reviews, and support regulatory activities, ensuring adherence to es...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$159K - $280K *

Transform the ethical landscape by leading compliance initiatives, fostering a speak-up culture, and advising senior leadership. Build a dedicated team, develop metrics for ethical health, and ensure...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$159K - $280K *

Join a team that's dedicated to fostering an ethical culture by leading compliance initiatives, managing investigations, and advising senior leadership. Build a strong team and develop metrics to enha...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $110K *

Champion compliance excellence by overseeing licensing and regulatory standards, ensuring all programs meet federal, state, and local laws. Collaborate with teams to provide training and maintain audi...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's redefining risk management in financial services. Lead enterprise risk, compliance, and credit oversight while influencing strategic decisions. Drive operational resilience and fost...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$101K - $148K *

Shape the future of healthcare compliance by leading the development, coordination, and oversight of corporate compliance programs. Ensure adherence to regulations while managing a team and driving co...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

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

$160K - $200K *

Lead the charge in technology regulatory compliance, overseeing risk management and audits. Collaborate with senior leaders to ensure alignment with regulatory expectations while driving innovation an...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Transform technology strategy and operations as you lead USC's first Director of Technology role. Drive innovation, manage systems, and enhance cybersecurity while supporting growth through acquisitio...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$87K - $157K *

Lead the execution of the Medicare Compliance Advisory program, ensuring adherence to CMS regulations. Collaborate with stakeholders to provide regulatory guidance, conduct audits, and enhance complia...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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.