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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$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in developing and overseeing a comprehensive Corporate Compliance Program, ensuring adherence to regulatory standards while fostering a culture of integrity and accountability across t...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$170K - $200K *

Join a team that's dedicated to maintaining compliance for mutual funds and ETFs. Oversee compliance programs, manage regulatory examinations, and collaborate with MST Officers to navigate the evolvin...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$170K - $200K *

Unlock your potential as a Chief Compliance Officer, overseeing compliance programs for mutual funds and ETFs. Collaborate with service providers, manage regulatory examinations, and lead a dedicated...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$170K - $300K *

Lead the charge in governance and execution for AML, Fraud, and Risk programs, ensuring strategic oversight and transparency across global wealth businesses. Drive metrics, reporting, and issue manage...

Today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Transform compliance management by developing and implementing policies, ensuring adherence to regulations, and enhancing operational efficiency in a dynamic healthcare environment. Collaborate with t...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team as a compliance operations expert, bridging regulatory requirements with technology solutions. Lead product strategy and advisory services in AML compliance while empowering custom...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Unlock your potential by bridging compliance and technology in a pivotal role. Collaborate across teams to drive compliance strategy, making regulations actionable while enhancing AML programs and cus...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's at the forefront of compliance operations, developing frameworks and strategies to enhance AML solutions. Collaborate across engineering, data science, and customer success to shape...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive your career with a pivotal role in compliance operations, collaborating across teams to shape regulatory intelligence and develop robust frameworks for AML platforms that enhance customer compli...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $117K *

Drive your career forward by managing compliance and privacy programs, collaborating with leadership to ensure adherence to laws and regulations, and implementing corrective actions to uphold healthca...

1 week ago

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

$190K - $240K *

Shape compliance strategies by collaborating with legal teams to evaluate, negotiate, and implement client retention documentation, ensuring alignment with ethical obligations and business objectives...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$190K - $240K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring compliance and risk management by evaluating and negotiating client engagement terms. Collaborate with stakeholders to operationalize client requirements while...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$190K - $240K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring compliance and risk management. Collaborate with legal experts to evaluate and negotiate client agreements, while enhancing firm policies and procedures in a f...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$150K - $180K *

Design and implement a comprehensive compliance program, ensuring adherence to corporate and government regulations. Lead a team, manage audits, and report to executives while fostering a culture of e...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in enhancing compliance processes within advisory services, utilizing your expertise to develop efficient oversight procedures, conduct data quality control, and ensure adherence to re...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in managing nationwide rate and form filings, ensuring compliance across multiple product lines. Collaborate with teams to draft forms, respond to state objections, and implement appro...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Join us to lead compliance efforts in rate and form filings across all 50 states. You'll collaborate with partners, manage submissions, and ensure regulatory adherence while supporting product expansi...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of compliance by managing nationwide rate and form filings. Collaborate with partners, draft new forms, and ensure regulatory adherence across multiple product lines while driving gro...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Architect compliance strategies to manage nationwide rate and form filings. Drive product launches across multiple verticals while collaborating with underwriting and engineering teams to ensure regul...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Drive compliance excellence by managing nationwide rate and form filings. Collaborate with partners to ensure successful product launches while maintaining regulatory standards across multiple states...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's redefining compliance in insurance by managing nationwide rate and form filings. You'll collaborate across departments to ensure seamless product launches and maintain regulatory st...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in ensuring regulatory compliance and risk management across a network of oral and maxillofacial surgery practices, promoting patient safety and operational excellence through effectiv...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$63K - $106K *

Shape compliance excellence by ensuring advisors meet SEC and FINRA regulations. Collaborate with teams to deliver exceptional service and support advisory business activities while driving continuous...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$63K - $106K *

Join a dynamic team as a Compliance Analyst, ensuring advisors meet SEC and FINRA regulations. Collaborate across departments to deliver exceptional service and support compliance initiatives in a fas...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$63K - $106K *

Transform your career by ensuring compliance with SEC and FINRA regulations. Collaborate with advisors and teams to deliver exceptional service while managing ADV Part 2B requirements and enhancing ad...

2 days ago

  •   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.