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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$109K - $149K *

Drive compliance and oversight in Pharmacy Fraud, Waste, and Abuse programs, collaborating with regulatory agencies and leading audits to ensure adherence to key metrics and effective utilization mana...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$134K - $164K *

Lead negotiations and manage contracts for innovative payment models, ensuring alignment with corporate strategy and financial objectives. Collaborate across departments to enhance healthcare reimburs...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$210K - $250K *

Innovate in AI-native primary care by leading a dynamic medical group. Manage physicians, enhance care delivery, and shape clinical programs while maintaining direct patient care involvement. Drive ex...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K - $95K *

Lead the charge in ensuring thorough and compliant investigations across community programs. Collaborate with teams to enhance investigative practices and drive continuous improvement while maintainin...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Drive the execution of GFCC strategic initiatives by leading a team in Functional UAT and Post-Implementation Validation, ensuring business readiness and quality across compliance processes while coll...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Lead and manage a team in validating GFCC capabilities through Functional UAT and PIV. Ensure comprehensive testing aligns with strategic initiatives while fostering collaboration across business and...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$106K - $120K *

Shape the future of operational risk management by evaluating IT and Security risks, collaborating across departments, and leading risk assessments to enhance compliance and governance frameworks. Dri...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Join our team to lead internal audit activities, enhancing governance and risk management across client and product distribution. Drive audit execution, stakeholder engagement, and continuous improvem...

Yesterday

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$160K - $200K *

Elevate your career by leading internal audit activities focused on client and product distribution. Drive governance, risk management, and compliance initiatives while managing a high-performing team...

Yesterday

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Champion compliance excellence by developing and implementing robust regulatory programs. Oversee quality audits and ensure adherence to FDA, CGMP, and ISO standards, while collaborating with teams to...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$180K - $220K *

Optimize claims operations by leading strategy execution, enhancing performance, and ensuring compliance. Drive collaboration across departments to achieve corporate objectives while fostering a cultu...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$180K - $220K *

Lead a dynamic team to enhance claims operations, drive strategic initiatives, and ensure compliance. Foster collaboration across departments while optimizing performance and achieving corporate objec...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$165K - $331K *

Partner with us to provide strategic legal counsel on private funds and investments, overseeing negotiations and compliance across global markets. Collaborate with diverse teams to mitigate risks and...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$165K - $331K *

Join a dynamic team providing strategic legal support for global private markets and hedge fund investments. Collaborate across jurisdictions to oversee transactions, ensure compliance, and mitigate r...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$165K - $331K *

Engage with cross-functional teams to provide strategic legal counsel on private markets and hedge fund transactions, ensuring compliance and risk mitigation while overseeing negotiations and managing...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$185K - $215K *

Join a dynamic team to lead the enterprise data platform and governance, driving the transition to Microsoft Fabric. Oversee architecture, MDM, and data governance, empowering analysts while ensuring...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$105K - $115K *

Empower institutional compliance by leading civil rights, Title IX, and accessibility initiatives. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to enhance inclusion, oversee investigations, and ensure adhere...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$105K - $131K *

Join a team that's redefining claims management by leading strategic initiatives, enhancing client relationships, and driving continuous improvement in a dynamic environment. Your expertise will shape...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$243K - $365K *

Empower the future of healthcare security by leading a talented team of 20, driving innovative AI tools, and shaping a robust security strategy to protect sensitive data across diverse products and pl...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$243K - $365K *

Drive security strategy and leadership for a 20-person team, enhancing compliance, safety, and trust in AI-powered healthcare software. Collaborate with a range of disciplines to protect sensitive dat...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$243K - $365K *

Lead a 20-person security team, setting strategy for product and corporate security. Drive innovative AI security solutions and collaborate with leadership on quality and compliance in healthcare soft...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Pioneer impactful legal operations and compliance practices that enhance team efficiency. Oversee systems, processes, and compliance initiatives that support a dynamic, fast-growing global business en...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Shape exceptional patient care by leading quality and risk management initiatives. Drive operational performance, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement across the organization to enhance p...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$175K - $200K *

Shape operational excellence and team culture at a rapidly scaling organization. Lead HR, align talent acquisition, and drive cross-functional collaboration across our global offices to ensure sustain...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$108K - $152K *

Join a team that's dedicated to leading clinical research monitoring efforts, ensuring compliance and quality in trial execution while mentoring a skilled team of CRAs and CRCs to achieve operational...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 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.