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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$152K - $161K *

Elevate regulatory compliance and patient safety by leading initiatives across clinical settings. Collaborate with leadership to ensure adherence to standards, enhance quality, and support survey read...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K - $100K *

Lead the charge in enhancing Trust Safety programs through operational oversight, compliance management, and stakeholder engagement. Drive continuous improvement initiatives while supervising staff an...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$139K - $184K *

Lead regulatory compliance programs ensuring inspection readiness and proactive risk management across cross-functional teams. Monitor compliance health, manage data quality, and drive improvements al...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$275K - $400K *

Lead and enhance the information security function, driving strategy, operations, and team development while ensuring compliance and effective incident response across the organization...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to supporting attorneys in high-impact litigation. This role involves managing cases, advising on legal strategies, and collaborating with various stakeholders to uphold j...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$120K - $140K *

Champion the strategic leadership of Client Lifecycle Management, ensuring compliance and operational excellence across customer onboarding, risk assessments, and due diligence processes while fosteri...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by supporting compliance initiatives across the Firm. Collaborate with various teams to ensure adherence to regulations and internal policies while mitigating risks in a dynamic envir...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$176K - $208K *

Shape the future of compliance by leading risk-based monitoring, auditing, and investigations. Drive strategic initiatives, enhance governance processes, and collaborate with stakeholders to ensure ef...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$176K - $208K *

Accelerate compliance excellence by leading risk-based monitoring, auditing, and investigations. Drive strategic initiatives, enhance governance processes, and collaborate with stakeholders to ensure...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$170K - $267K *

Shape your career by leading a global market surveillance compliance program. Drive strategic enhancements, manage teams, and engage with stakeholders to ensure alignment with regulatory standards and...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$86K - $113K *

Manage compliance activities ensuring FDA regulatory adherence, overseeing audits, document control, and quality assurance protocols to maintain continuous inspection readiness and effective correctiv...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$111K - $139K *

Lead the charge in data risk and compliance for privacy and records management. Ensure adherence to federal regulations, conduct audits, and collaborate with departments to maintain data integrity and...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Elevate your career by overseeing regulatory compliance initiatives, advising on risk management, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment with regulatory standards while enha...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Champion compliance leadership as a Senior Consultant, guiding regulatory oversight and risk management in a dynamic team. Leverage expertise to enhance compliance frameworks and ensure adherence to r...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$114K - $172K *

Deliver comprehensive compliance and ethics programs across multiple states, ensuring effective policy development, training, and third-party diligence. Collaborate with senior leaders to enhance oper...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$110K - $130K *

Empower growth by leading SOX and MAR compliance programs, overseeing consultants, and implementing a scalable control environment. Drive governance and quality oversight while collaborating with inte...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Shape the future of EEO compliance by managing investigations, guiding personnel, and driving policy initiatives. Collaborate with city agencies to enhance workplace culture and ensure adherence to EE...

Yesterday

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

$77K - $105K *

Empower our team by managing Third Party Risk Management efforts, ensuring compliance and effective oversight across multiple business lines. Collaborate with stakeholders to assess and mitigate risks...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $115K *

Advance your career by managing daily Pharmacovigilance operations, ensuring timely safety data handling, and supporting compliance efforts within a dynamic team focused on patient safety and regulato...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Unlock a pivotal role in risk management, ensuring compliance and ethical practices while overseeing supervisory functions. Collaborate with leadership to maintain a secure environment and promote ris...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Shape the future of risk management by overseeing compliance and supervisory functions. Collaborate with leadership to ensure adherence to regulations and promote a culture of risk awareness within th...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$156K - $260K *

Empower your career by leading the Enterprise Data Governance Risk & Controls function. Shape strategies, build partnerships, and enhance data integrity across the organization while ensuring complian...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$156K - $260K *

Lead the establishment of a robust Enterprise Data Governance Risk & Controls framework. Collaborate across functions to ensure effective data management, compliance, and risk mitigation while fosteri...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$156K - $260K *

Transform enterprise data governance by establishing a robust risk and controls framework. Collaborate across departments to ensure data integrity, compliance, and effective risk management while lead...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Explore a leadership role overseeing a comprehensive Research Compliance Program, ensuring adherence to regulations and promoting ethical research practices across various compliance areas, while ment...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 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.