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 - $180K *

Transform complex legal landscapes into actionable strategies as a Legal Counsel, driving compliance and innovation in payments and fintech. Collaborate with diverse teams to navigate regulations and...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$127K - $181K *

Drive the design and execution of a cutting-edge Enterprise Risk Management framework, leveraging AI to enhance compliance and streamline operations while ensuring adherence to global regulatory stand...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$118K - $158K *

Transform the CEO's office by driving strategic initiatives, managing executive priorities, and fostering cross-functional collaboration. Leverage your expertise to enhance decision-making and operati...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $180K *

Join us to lead clinical excellence and enhance patient care across departments. Drive strategic initiatives, manage interdisciplinary teams, and ensure compliance with standards while fostering a cul...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Drive security compliance and assurance programs, blending governance, risk, and hands-on operations. Collaborate with teams to protect sensitive information and ensure audit readiness across multiple...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$174K - $224K *

Empower organizations by shaping data governance strategies that enhance security, compliance, and operational resilience. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver impactful governance solut...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $110K *

Take ownership of market data governance, managing vendor relationships, contract negotiations, and financial controls. Collaborate across teams to enhance data quality and operational efficiency whil...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $110K *

Lead the charge in market data governance, managing vendor relationships, contract negotiations, and financial oversight to enhance data quality and operational efficiency across the organization...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$160K - $190K *

Lead the charge in investigating securities violations, ensuring compliance and risk management. Collaborate with teams to analyze suspicious activities and drive responsible business growth while mai...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$106K - $177K *

Champion responsible AI governance by leading program execution, managing workflows, and ensuring compliance across teams. Drive innovation and accountability while enhancing oversight and risk manage...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$106K - $177K *

Help us lead the execution of our AI Governance Program, managing workflows, risk assessments, and policy management to ensure responsible AI adoption across the organization while collaborating with...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$106K - $177K *

Lead the execution of the AI Governance Program, ensuring responsible AI adoption through effective oversight, risk assessment, and policy management across multiple stakeholders and functions, while...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$126K - $168K *

Lead the charge in shaping and executing product strategy for B2B learning solutions, driving innovation and market impact while collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality produ...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Drive the execution of high-priority compliance initiatives, ensuring strong governance and timely delivery. Collaborate across teams to manage risks, track progress, and align outcomes with regulator...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$212K - $354K *

Drive enterprise IAM leadership by advancing identity security strategies, overseeing governance, engineering, and operations. Collaborate across teams to ensure secure access while enabling growth an...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$212K - $354K *

Transform the identity security landscape by leading enterprise IAM initiatives, ensuring secure access, compliance, and operational resilience while driving modernization and strategic growth across...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$212K - $354K *

Lead the charge in shaping a robust Identity & Access Management strategy, overseeing enterprise-wide IAM operations, governance, and modernization efforts. Drive secure access solutions while fosteri...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$212K - $354K *

Shape the future of identity security by leading enterprise IAM initiatives, driving modernization, and ensuring compliance while fostering collaboration across technology and business teams to enhanc...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$187K - $270K *

Join a team that's shaping a global compliance program for a multi-national organization. Oversee ethics, compliance, and risk management initiatives while fostering partnerships across teams to ensur...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$187K - $270K *

Lead the charge in developing and managing a global compliance program emphasizing ethics, AML, anti-bribery, and sanctions. Collaborate closely with legal and risk teams to ensure regulatory adherenc...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$187K - $270K *

Join a team that's developing a robust global compliance program. Lead initiatives prioritizing ethics and compliance across multi-national operations while managing risks and collaborating with legal...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$180K - $299K *

Transform data governance by leading teams to optimize processes, enhance data quality, and drive marketing performance. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to implement innovative solutions and ens...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Media

$140K - $160K *

Lead the charge in optimizing collections operations, enhancing recovery performance through strategic leadership, data analysis, and innovative technology, while ensuring a positive renter experience...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$74K - $98K *

Join our growing Contracts and Risk Management team to support project contracting, mitigate risks, and ensure compliance. Collaborate with technical teams to negotiate contracts and maintain high-qua...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$265K - $300K *

Transform legal strategy for market access initiatives, providing expert counsel and contract support. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to navigate complex regulations and ensure compliance, dr...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

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.