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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$165K - $235K *

Champion excellence in risk oversight as a Non-Financial Risk Officer for Capital Markets, providing strategic guidance and promoting a robust risk culture across businesses while ensuring compliance...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Grow your career with a pivotal engineering role focused on securing and enhancing software delivery. Collaborate across teams to embed quality and compliance in CI/CD workflows, ensuring reliable dep...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$186K - $248K *

Join a team that's committed to ethical excellence and compliance leadership. Drive the development and implementation of robust compliance frameworks, ensuring alignment with regulations and fosterin...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$125K - $150K *

Manage diverse legal matters in a dynamic industrial environment, providing strategic support across commercial contracts, regulatory compliance, and corporate governance while collaborating closely w...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$83K - $137K *

Lead the charge in clinical research management, overseeing staff and operations while ensuring compliance with regulations. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to drive research initiatives and...

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

$67K - $99K *

Join a dynamic team as you support accounting and compliance efforts, ensuring integrity in financial reporting and adherence to regulatory standards while collaborating with internal and external sta...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$210K - $250K *

Unlock growth by leading commercial strategy, building key relationships, and driving sales in the rare earths and advanced materials sectors. This hands-on role focuses on customer engagement, contra...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$84K - $92K *

Optimize regulatory strategies by supporting advocacy efforts and analyzing payment policies. Collaborate with committees and healthcare organizations to influence key regulatory developments impactin...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Shape your career by leading financial operations and strategy, partnering with executives to drive growth, compliance, and risk management while mentoring a dynamic finance team in a fast-paced envir...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$196K - $294K *

Shape the future of architecture strategy across product domains, leading cross-domain challenges and setting non-functional requirements. Collaborate with engineering and product teams to drive techn...

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  •   15+ years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$171K - $192K *

Champion clinical compliance and records management by leading study teams to ensure adherence to ICH/GCP standards and regulatory guidelines. Collaborate on inspection readiness, risk management, and...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $110K *

Contribute to our IT Governance, Risk & Compliance efforts by maintaining SOC 2 readiness, coordinating audits, and supporting data governance initiatives. Collaborate across teams to ensure complianc...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$120K - $150K *

Pioneer impactful financial leadership by enhancing processes, managing accounting operations, and driving business growth through strategic insights. Collaborate with executive teams to ensure accura...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K *

Take ownership of cybersecurity compliance initiatives, leading risk management and strategic advisory services to enhance client security programs and ensure adherence to regulatory standards across...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$115K - $180K *

Elevate compliance standards by leading a dynamic team focused on regulatory adherence, risk assessment, and process improvement. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance compliance testing and suppo...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$77K - $115K *

Unlock potential by managing regulatory compliance for biocides, overseeing audits and risk management. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure adherence to EPA regulations and enhance operational eff...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$75K - $90K *

Transform safety standards in manufacturing by conducting field evaluations, analyzing risks, and delivering tailored training. Collaborate with clients to enhance workplace safety and reduce losses w...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$77K - $202K *

Join a team that's dedicated to navigating Medicare Part D compliance, analyzing regulatory risks, and delivering actionable insights. As a Senior Associate, you'll mentor junior members and build str...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$77K - $202K *

Champion regulatory compliance in health industries by analyzing Medicare Part D requirements, guiding teams, and delivering actionable insights to clients while managing complex compliance projects a...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$77K - $202K *

Join a team that's dedicated to navigating Medicare Part D compliance, analyzing regulatory risks, and delivering actionable insights. As a Senior Associate, you'll mentor junior members and build str...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$90K - $110K *

Unlock potential by providing expert consultation on governance, risk, and controls. Collaborate with leadership to enhance compliance and risk management through analysis, stakeholder engagement, and...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$88K - $100K *

Transform your career by ensuring compliance in the energy sector. Conduct inspections, investigations, and enforce regulations while collaborating with various government agencies to uphold environme...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$150K - $180K *

Empower our security landscape by leading the information security strategy, ensuring robust protection of sensitive data while fostering a security-first culture across the organization. Drive compli...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$220K - $240K *

Drive strategic growth and operational excellence in a B2B SaaS environment, overseeing P&L, leading a diverse team, and integrating scalable subscription models with custom enterprise solutions to en...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $128K *

Unlock potential by leading compliance testing reviews to ensure adherence to financial regulations. Collaborate across teams to enhance controls, leverage data analytics, and communicate findings eff...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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.