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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$160K - $200K *

Join us to lead strategic initiatives that drive organizational excellence and growth. As a key advisor, you'll shape the future by identifying opportunities, fostering innovation, and ensuring alignm...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$160K - $200K *

Drive strategic vision and organizational excellence as a key advisor, shaping long-term growth initiatives and performance management. Collaborate with leadership to translate complex challenges into...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$160K - $200K *

Execute regulatory strategy and compliance for a life sciences platform. Collaborate across departments to ensure adherence to medical review processes and support enterprise sales by establishing med...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$61K - $123K *

Elevate compliance standards as a Chief Compliance Officer, overseeing regulatory adherence and guiding teams in investment advisory practices. Collaborate with legal and operations to ensure robust c...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$83K - $91K *

Champion quality care by managing MDS assessments and ensuring compliance with regulations. Collaborate across disciplines to optimize patient outcomes and maximize reimbursement in a long-term care s...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $102K *

Champion the MDS process by ensuring accurate Medicare/Medicaid documentation, enhancing reimbursement strategies, and providing staff education on case-mix systems to optimize nursing center operatio...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$94K *

Lead the MDS process to ensure accurate assessments and compliance with care standards. Collaborate across disciplines to optimize patient care and reimbursement strategies while managing Medicare/Med...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring compliance in U.S. derivatives markets. As a senior attorney, you'll analyze product filings, conduct compliance reviews, and engage with exchanges to uphold m...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Elevate market oversight by serving as a Systems Risk Analyst, ensuring compliance with system safeguards in derivatives markets. Utilize advanced IT knowledge to conduct examinations and assessments...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$207K - $281K *

Lead the charge in regulatory compliance, guiding money transmission laws and consumer protection regulations. Collaborate across teams to enhance compliance frameworks and engage with regulators, ens...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$80K - $89K *

Support the firm’s information security function by ensuring compliance with regulatory and client cybersecurity requirements, coordinating audits, and enhancing security processes through collaborati...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $89K *

Elevate your career by supporting security compliance and audits, enhancing the firm's ISO 27001 ISMS, and collaborating with stakeholders to ensure regulatory adherence and effective communication of...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$120K - $145K *

Transform third-party risk management by leading a dynamic team to enhance oversight, drive strategic initiatives, and ensure compliance with regulatory standards while fostering collaboration across...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$108K - $130K *

Transform security governance by leading operational excellence, managing risks, and ensuring compliance. Drive remediation efforts and foster strong relationships with stakeholders while delivering i...

Arkansas, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $100K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring compliance and operational excellence in the financial services sector. This role involves supervising compliance practices, conducting audits, and providing g...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$138K - $173K *

Drive proactive cybersecurity governance to protect technology and client data. Collaborate across teams to assess risks, establish controls, and ensure compliance while optimizing security measures i...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $150K *

Lead compliance initiatives by managing BSA/AML and Sanctions programs, ensuring regulatory adherence while collaborating with cross-functional teams to design innovative, compliant products as the bu...

Los Angeles, CARemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Champion compliance by managing day-to-day cybersecurity programs, ensuring adherence to NIST SP 800-171 standards, and bridging legal and technical teams to maintain security obligations and risk man...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $150K *

Empower a transformative project at a leading asset manager, bridging compliance and technology to redefine Investment Management Agreements into a structured, searchable system that mitigates risks a...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Innovate your career by leading IT infrastructure and compliance initiatives. Oversee technology strategy, cybersecurity, and service delivery while managing teams and vendor relationships to ensure o...

Scarborough, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Drive impactful community engagement by managing budget compliance and oversight. Lead a dedicated team to ensure effective fund utilization, strategic planning, and adherence to regulations while fos...

1 week ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Engage in proactive regulatory change management, ensuring compliance with evolving laws and regulations. Collaborate across departments to assess impacts, implement changes, and enhance the Bank's go...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$165K - $200K *

Transform compliance practices by providing expert advisory support for trading and sales in a dynamic regulatory environment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure adherence to complex re...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$66K - $122K *

Transform corporate governance operations by supporting Board activities and enhancing entity management systems. Collaborate globally to ensure compliance and streamline processes, making a significa...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's redefining financial operations by optimizing processes, enhancing cash flow management, and driving strategic improvements to support business growth and customer satisfaction...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 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.