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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$70K - $126K *

Join a dynamic team to enhance compliance initiatives, manage regulatory reporting, and lead projects. Play a key role in developing policies, conducting audits, and ensuring adherence to state and fe...

Missouri, USRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $150K *

Shape the future of healthcare technology by leading clinical strategy initiatives to enhance drug diversion prevention and ensure patient privacy compliance. Drive impactful relationships, educate st...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that ensures compliance with legal and regulatory standards while driving business conduct initiatives. Lead marketing reviews, address customer-facing practices, and manage risk with a fo...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$93K - $139K *

Join a team that's dedicated to managing compliance initiatives and regulatory audits, ensuring excellence in healthcare standards while collaborating with stakeholders to drive impactful solutions an...

2 weeks ago

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

$93K - $139K *

Champion compliance excellence by managing audits, regulatory initiatives, and strategic projects. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure adherence to laws and regulations while fostering a culture o...

2 weeks ago

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

$93K - $139K *

Drive compliance excellence by managing audits, regulatory initiatives, and strategic projects. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure adherence to laws and regulations while fostering a dynamic, hyb...

2 weeks ago

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

$93K - $139K *

Unlock potential by managing compliance initiatives and audits, ensuring regulatory excellence while collaborating with stakeholders. Drive strategic projects and maintain knowledge of laws to support...

2 weeks ago

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

$93K - $139K *

Empower compliance excellence by managing strategic initiatives, audits, and regulatory assessments. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure adherence to laws and standards while driving impactful cor...

2 weeks ago

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

$87K - $157K *

Optimize compliance processes by leveraging your expertise in Medicare regulations. Collaborate with leadership to ensure adherence to CMS requirements, conduct risk assessments, and support audit rea...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $134K *

Drive compliance excellence by managing regulatory responsibilities for product initiatives and marketing programs. Collaborate with teams to ensure adherence to policies while leading compliance effo...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$140K - $156K *

Drive compliance excellence by managing marketing and product initiatives, ensuring adherence to regulatory standards while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance firm growth and mitigat...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Optimize compliance initiatives by collaborating with internal teams and regulatory agencies. Ensure adherence to state-specific regulations while developing best practices and policies to mitigate ri...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$125K - $155K *

Champion compliance initiatives by developing and implementing robust systems to prevent fraud and ensure adherence to regulations. Collaborate with leaders to enhance processes and maintain accountab...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$95K - $115K *

Drive compliance excellence by leading the Ethics and Compliance Program, ensuring adherence to healthcare regulations, and providing strategic guidance to hospital leadership on ethical practices and...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$140K - $170K *

Join us to oversee compliance frameworks and AML operations, ensuring regulatory adherence and risk management across multiple entities. Collaborate with teams to enhance governance and deliver effect...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$300K - $350K *

Transform the future of risk management by leading enterprise-wide strategies, ensuring compliance, and safeguarding financial stability while collaborating with executive leadership and cross-functio...

Yesterday

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Join the charge in transforming risk management processes to enhance operational efficiency. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement effective controls, conduct audits, and ensure complia...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring compliance across banking operations. Oversee regulatory change management, training, and compliance monitoring while serving as the CRA Officer. Drive risk as...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing compliance across the organization. Oversee regulatory change management, compliance monitoring, and training while serving as the CRA Officer. Drive risk ass...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Lead export compliance initiatives by ensuring adherence to U.S. and international regulations. Collaborate cross-functionally to support program development and mitigate risks while managing export a...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$70K - $126K *

Play a key role in ensuring compliance and integrity across healthcare programs. Collaborate with partners to assess risks, conduct audits, and drive corrective actions while promoting awareness of co...

Missouri, USRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$200K - $270K *

Shape the future of compliance by leading a dedicated team, ensuring adherence to regulations, and enhancing the compliance culture within investment management. Drive risk assessments, policy develop...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of compliance by leading a robust program that ensures regulatory adherence, fosters a culture of integrity, and collaborates across functions to mitigate risks and enhance operationa...

North Carolina, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$155K - $175K *

Pioneer innovative compliance solutions, ensuring adherence to investment guidelines and regulations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance automated rules and controls, driving operation...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $150K *

Empower your career by leading regulatory compliance programs focused on AI safety and content moderation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate requirements into actionable processes...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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.