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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$150K - $175K *

Lead the development of SOX controls and technical accounting programs, ensuring compliance and governance. Collaborate across teams to enhance processes, drive improvements, and prepare for public co...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$255K - $310K *

Lead a high-performing team to execute market access strategies, optimize payer engagement, and enhance product positioning. Drive collaboration across stakeholders to ensure effective reimbursement a...

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6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$240K - $290K *

Advance the enterprise privacy program by leading compliance, governance, and data protection efforts. Collaborate across departments to manage privacy risks, regulatory compliance, and AI governance...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $100K *

Engage in quality leadership by overseeing quality programs and driving compliance in manufacturing and cultivation operations, ensuring optimal processes across shifts while leading analytical labora...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$150K - $180K *

Drive your career forward by leading client due diligence and data management initiatives across the Americas, ensuring compliance, enhancing operational efficiency, and fostering a high-performing te...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$204K - $325K *

Serve as the primary legal lead for privacy and regulatory matters, guiding product development and compliance for the Enterprise and Credit Risk portfolio. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$204K - $325K *

Transform the legal landscape by leading privacy and regulatory initiatives for innovative financial products. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and drive market expansion w...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$240K - $290K *

Champion the development and execution of a comprehensive privacy program, leading cross-functional governance, risk management, and compliance initiatives to align with industry standards and regulat...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$240K - $290K *

Drive the enterprise privacy strategy, ensuring compliance and risk management across all operations while collaborating with key stakeholders to promote data stewardship and enhance governance framew...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$240K - $290K *

Shape the future of privacy governance as a strategic leader, driving enterprise-wide initiatives to protect data integrity and manage compliance risks while working collaboratively across functions t...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$134K - $197K *

Lead strategic compliance initiatives for federal customers, ensuring security and regulatory adherence. Drive cross-functional collaboration, manage audits, and influence executive decisions to maint...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$220K - $350K *

Pioneer global regulatory strategies for medical devices, ensuring compliance and market access. Lead cross-functional teams to drive innovation, manage risks, and support enterprise growth while fost...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $125K *

Oversee clinical operations and lead interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient recovery through evidence-based practices and individualized care in a dynamic behavioral health setting...

1 week ago

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

$130K - $145K *

Champion governance excellence in U.S. AML and Sanctions, leading programs that ensure compliance with regulatory standards while enhancing risk visibility and documentation practices across the organ...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$200K - $250K *

Shape the future of revenue generation by leading sales and marketing strategies that drive growth across diverse client segments in the B2B software and analytics landscape...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $150K *

Lead and develop a regulatory compliance program, ensuring alignment with global standards, managing audits, and driving post-market surveillance initiatives to enhance product safety and efficacy acr...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$83K - $100K *

Analyze and support human research protections by ensuring compliance with federal, state, and university regulations. Collaborate with investigators and IRB reviewers to promote best practices and et...

1 week ago

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

$240K - $300K *

Drive digital transformation and IT strategy as a strategic leader, shaping technology initiatives that enhance operational excellence and customer experiences while managing multi-million-dollar budg...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$215K - $289K *

Lead the charge in driving legal strategy and contract negotiations across all business units, ensuring compliance and supporting revenue growth through effective collaboration with sales, finance, an...

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4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$115K - $135K *

Empower progress at the forefront of cybersecurity by managing security operations, ensuring compliance, and mitigating risks. Collaborate with teams to enhance security measures and protect sensitive...

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5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$118K - $161K *

Champion compliance and optimization of the 340B Drug Pricing Program, overseeing audits, policy development, and team management. Engage with leadership to drive financial process improvements and en...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$250K - $500K *

Lead the charge in shaping technology risk governance for critical infrastructure, overseeing global teams to ensure robust controls across cloud services, SDLC, and regulatory compliance while drivin...

2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$250K - $500K *

Lead the charge in overseeing global technology risk and controls, ensuring robust governance across cloud services, infrastructure, and development processes while managing senior teams and regulator...

2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$250K - $500K *

Shape your career by leading global technology risk and controls initiatives. Oversee governance across critical infrastructure and cloud services while managing senior teams to ensure compliance and...

2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$144K - $176K *

Lead the charge in ensuring compliance for mortgage technology solutions. Own the compliance program, translate regulations into product requirements, and support internal teams and clients with exper...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise 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.