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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$135K - $216K *

Pioneer operational excellence by managing the end-to-end contract lifecycle, leading a high-performing team, and driving strategic negotiations to align with organizational goals while ensuring compl...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Champion compliance excellence by leading regulatory analysis, change management, and cross-functional collaboration to ensure operational integrity and strategic alignment across health plan initiati...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $110K *

Empower cross-functional teams to drive the Future of Medicine initiatives, ensuring scalable processes and compliance while enhancing patient safety and experience through strategic planning and exec...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Lead compliance initiatives within the Tax Office, ensuring adherence to legal and statutory obligations. Oversee contract management and public information processes while collaborating with various...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$124K - $207K *

Drive data excellence by overseeing global regulatory data management activities, ensuring integrity and quality across multiple regions and products. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to innova...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$125K - $150K *

Lead the charge in enhancing security and compliance as you manage day-to-day operations, drive SOC 2 programs, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure robust internal controls and risk...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$180K - $220K *

Transform the customer experience by leading a unified post-sale organization, enhancing customer retention and operational efficiency across Account Management, Support, and Network Operations, while...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $90K *

Elevate your career by driving compliance initiatives and enhancing regulatory controls. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify risks, implement solutions, and ensure adherence to legal s...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $90K *

Empower your career by driving compliance initiatives and enhancing regulatory controls. Collaborate across teams to identify risks, recommend improvements, and ensure adherence to regulations while s...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$300K *

Lead global accounting operations, ensuring compliance with U.S. GAAP and SEC regulations. Drive financial transformation and oversee financial reporting, tax, and governance while mentoring a high-pe...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$300K *

Lead the charge in global financial operations, ensuring compliance with U.S. GAAP and SEC regulations while driving financial transformation and building a high-performing accounting team across mult...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing privacy management processes and compliance technology. This role supports platform administration, user engagement, and operational improvements, ensuring e...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$206K - $282K *

Drive impactful legal support by advising business clients on diverse legal matters, drafting and negotiating contracts, and fostering relationships across teams to align legal strategies with company...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$210K - $235K *

Elevate domestic settlements operations by leading Fed and DTC functions, ensuring timely execution and operational excellence. Drive improvements, manage client relationships, and develop leadership...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in managing a dynamic team of Risk Services Professionals, driving strategic goals and enhancing client experiences while fostering a positive culture and ensuring operational excellen...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $150K *

Champion compliance and ethics by leading strategic initiatives that enhance privacy protection and governance. Drive organizational integrity while managing risks and fostering a culture of accountab...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$160K - $200K *

Champion regulatory strategy and submissions for clinical-stage radiopharmaceutical programs. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure compliance and quality in regulatory communications, while leadin...

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3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$166K - $200K *

Champion regulatory excellence by leading cross-functional teams to ensure compliant submissions for clinical-stage radiopharmaceutical programs, driving strategic interactions with Health Authorities...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$130K - $160K *

Optimize the contract lifecycle for partnerships, ensuring efficient deal management and legal operations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline processes and enhance compliance, drivi...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $160K *

Shape the future of AI governance by leading a dedicated team to drive responsible adoption and implementation of AI solutions, guiding stakeholders towards high-value opportunities while ensuring com...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$119K - $220K *

Shape the future by leading the Expert Functions Audit team, driving high-quality audits across Finance and Workplace. Collaborate with senior leaders to enhance risk management and governance while e...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$119K - $220K *

Lead the charge in enhancing audit effectiveness across Finance and Workplace functions. Collaborate with senior leaders to assess risks, manage audit projects, and empower your team to deliver high-q...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$132K - $237K *

Join our global InfoSec team to architect and implement security compliance frameworks. Drive enterprise-wide initiatives, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and ensure readiness across regulato...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$132K - $237K *

Join a dynamic team to architect and implement global security compliance frameworks, driving enterprise-wide initiatives and ensuring adherence to regulatory standards across complex cloud environmen...

Cambridge, MARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $140K *

Champion security compliance by managing risk programs and audits. Collaborate with teams to enhance governance and compliance initiatives while ensuring adherence to industry standards and regulation...

2 days 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.