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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$110K - $145K *

Innovate compliance oversight by executing quality assurance testing and collaborating with diverse teams to enhance risk management and operational efficiency, driving sustainable growth in the finan...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$172K - $238K *

Shape compliance strategies by operationalizing key frameworks, guiding stakeholders, and ensuring adherence to regulations. Collaborate across teams to enhance risk management and support product com...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$83K - $111K *

Drive the coordination of daily operations for the MCLE compliance program, ensuring effective administration, data management, and interdepartmental collaboration to enhance service delivery and comp...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$83K - $111K *

Grow your career with a dynamic team as you coordinate daily operations for the MCLE compliance program, ensuring effective communication and data management while supporting attorneys and the public...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in executing comprehensive risk reviews to ensure compliance and enhance oversight across the organization. Collaborate with key stakeholders to identify emerging risks and promote eff...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$115K - $160K *

Champion the development of a robust information governance framework, leading initiatives in legal and corporate information management. Collaborate across teams to enhance accessibility, compliance...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$190K - $210K *

Lead the charge in ensuring compliance across clinical research programs, partnering with cross-functional teams to promote operational excellence and inspection readiness while driving continuous imp...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$194K - $260K *

Engage with compliance frameworks to enhance reporting capabilities, driving product strategy and execution. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure audit-ready evidence meets enterprise nee...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$194K - $260K *

Champion compliance and reporting capabilities, transforming security findings into audit-ready evidence. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive product strategy, enhance customer outcomes...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $230K *

Advance your career in compliance by tackling integrity risks in financial institutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop solutions, enhance frameworks, and support risk-based decisi...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$180K - $210K *

Elevate the impact of data-driven insights in health policy by leading analytics, governance, and strategic initiatives. Collaborate across teams to enhance population health outcomes through innovati...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$175K - $210K *

Shape the future of compliance in global R&D by enhancing oversight, fostering a culture of integrity, and collaborating across functions to ensure adherence to industry regulations and best practices...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$113K - $197K *

Shape compliance strategies by managing risk, ensuring regulatory adherence, and fostering partnerships across business units. Drive effective compliance programs while leading teams to enhance operat...

Massachusetts, USRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Optimize enterprise policy governance by leading impactful projects and collaborating with stakeholders. Utilize your expertise to enhance compliance processes and drive strategic initiatives within a...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$152K - $168K *

Pioneer organizational integrity by leading risk management and compliance efforts. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure fiscal accountability and regulatory adherence while overseeing a...

3 weeks ago

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

$152K - $168K *

Shape the future of organizational integrity by leading enterprise risk and compliance initiatives, ensuring fiscal accountability, and fostering cross-departmental collaboration to uphold regulatory...

3 weeks ago

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

$118K *

Shape the future of research compliance by leading initiatives that ensure integrity and adherence to regulations. Collaborate with diverse teams to foster a culture of ethical research practices and...

Today

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

$102K - $124K *

Lead the charge in enhancing compliance across our outpatient imaging organization. Collaborate with leadership to assess risks, implement sustainable processes, and ensure adherence to healthcare reg...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in executing strategic initiatives for the Office of Ethics and Compliance, managing projects, assessing support needs, and driving operational excellence across global compliance effo...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Transform compliance strategies and drive organizational integrity by leading initiatives that ensure adherence to healthcare regulations, mitigate risks, and foster a culture of accountability across...

Yesterday

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

$114K - $128K *

Drive the development of innovative insurance products while leading a dynamic team. Collaborate across departments to ensure compliance and competitiveness in the market, enhancing product offerings...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$114K - $128K *

Drive the product development process by managing teams, ensuring compliance, and collaborating across functions to deliver competitive insurance products that align with company goals and regulatory...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$114K - $128K *

Advance your career by leading product development projects in compliance. Oversee teams, ensure regulatory adherence, and collaborate across functions to deliver competitive insurance products that a...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$114K - $128K *

Elevate product development by leading compliance initiatives, managing teams, and ensuring regulatory adherence for diverse insurance products. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive competitive and...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$114K - $128K *

Champion the development of innovative insurance products by leading cross-functional teams, ensuring compliance, and driving project success in a dynamic environment focused on growth and market comp...

5 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.