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.

Remote
caret down
Compensation
caret down
Position Level
caret down
Time Posted
caret down
Industries
caret down
Locations
caret down
More
1
caret down

$110K - $130K *

Engage in establishing and enhancing internal audit and compliance processes. Lead audits, assess risks, and ensure adherence to regulations while collaborating with management and external auditors t...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of compliance by leading initiatives that ensure adherence to regulatory standards, providing guidance, training, and support across the organization to enhance operational integrity...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$140K - $176K *

Drive compliance and regulatory initiatives in a dynamic legal environment, ensuring adherence to healthcare laws and corporate standards while providing strategic legal support across various busines...

New Jersey, USRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Redefine compliance in a dynamic environment by leading the integration of AI to enhance IT Governance, Risk, and Compliance, creating a proactive and continuous operational model across multiple regu...

1 month ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $180K *

Transform compliance through AI-driven strategies that continuously enhance IT governance, risk management, and regulatory adherence, ensuring operational efficiency and audit readiness across multipl...

Johnson City, TNRemote

1 month ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$87K - $120K *

Unlock your potential as a Compliance Manager, driving inspections and enhancing compliance practices. Collaborate with diverse teams to identify risks and implement solutions, all while fostering a c...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$87K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead compliance inspections, analyze risks, and enhance supervisory practices. Collaborate with diverse partners to ensure adherence to regulatory standards while fostering...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's dedicated to executing SOX and ICFR workstreams, ensuring high-quality risk assessments, testing, and stakeholder coordination while mentoring junior members and driving timely proj...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$216K - $325K *

Pioneer enterprise security initiatives, ensuring robust cybersecurity and compliance while enabling growth and innovation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to protect information assets and dr...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$108K - $130K *

Champion compliance excellence by leading risk assessments, regulatory initiatives, and advisory activities. Collaborate with stakeholders to navigate complex compliance landscapes, ensuring timely in...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Shape customer onboarding processes by reviewing applications, ensuring compliance, and making timely approval decisions. Collaborate with teams to enhance efficiency as onboarding volume increases, w...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Lead and enhance compliance initiatives across the enterprise, ensuring effective governance, risk management, and regulatory adherence while fostering a culture of accountability and ethical conduct...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$141K *

Shape strategic design and process improvement initiatives across the enterprise, ensuring alignment with business objectives while enhancing risk management and operational efficiency through innovat...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $150K *

Join a team that's leading complex compliance and operational advisory engagements for health plans. As a senior expert, you'll manage client relationships, oversee analyses, and drive business develo...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Drive compliance excellence by enhancing oversight procedures and controls. Collaborate with stakeholders to streamline processes, conduct data quality assessments, and ensure adherence to regulatory...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$160K - $190K *

Drive compliance excellence by leading an enterprise-wide program that ensures ethical practices, effective training, and robust investigations. Collaborate across teams to uphold standards and foster...

6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$163K - $203K *

Lead the charge in executing compliance strategies across regulated sectors, ensuring robust oversight and operational clarity while collaborating with cross-functional teams to navigate regulatory la...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$146K - $183K *

Elevate compliance standards by managing securities oversight, testing, and policy creation. Collaborate with various teams to ensure regulatory adherence and operational resilience while offering str...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$163K - $203K *

Empower regulatory compliance by designing and executing oversight programs, ensuring operational clarity across financial services while collaborating with cross-functional teams to uphold high stand...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$163K - $203K *

Drive compliance excellence by executing a robust testing program, supporting regulatory investigations, and maintaining governance across diverse financial products within a collaborative team enviro...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Shape the future of compliance by overseeing the Corporate Compliance Program. Partner with leadership to ensure adherence to regulatory standards, develop training, and manage compliance risks across...

Maryland, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$120K - $135K *

Transform compliance oversight in the DME order-to-payment lifecycle. Lead audits, analyze data, and coordinate payer audits while developing practical controls and reporting to enhance revenue integr...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Lead the Wealth Management Compliance team, ensuring regulatory adherence and integrity. Drive compliance initiatives, oversee risk assessments, and collaborate with stakeholders to enhance governance...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $130K *

Drive compliance excellence by managing KYC initiatives, enhancing controls, and collaborating with leaders to mitigate risks. Elevate your career in a dynamic environment focused on policy implementa...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Shape the future of compliance by overseeing audits and regulatory readiness across multiple cannabis facilities, ensuring adherence to laws and operational standards while fostering a culture of acco...

Yesterday

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

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.