Explore Compliance Counsel Jobs

Compliance Counsel professionals help organizations understand and meet the laws, regulations, and internal standards that shape their work. These attorneys advise business leaders, assess legal and regulatory risk, and develop practical compliance programs. Explore vetted Compliance Counsel opportunities on Ladders, including professional roles paying $100,000 or more.

What Does a Compliance Counsel Do?

Responsibilities vary by employer, industry, and seniority. Compliance Counsel may interpret applicable regulations, advise on policies and business decisions, support audits and investigations, and coordinate with legal, compliance, risk, and operational teams. Some roles focus on a particular area, such as financial services, healthcare, privacy, trade, or securities compliance.

Common Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek a law degree and a license to practice, along with experience in regulatory counseling, corporate law, or a relevant industry. Useful strengths include clear legal writing, sound judgment, communication with cross-functional teams, and the ability to translate complex requirements into workable guidance. Requirements differ, so review each listing for details.

Find Your Next Compliance Counsel Role

Search Compliance Counsel openings to compare responsibilities, qualifications, and compensation. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, helping experienced candidates find opportunities aligned with their expertise and career goals.

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$80K - $95K *

Elevate your career by supporting Federal contracts in healthcare. Collaborate with a dedicated team to enhance services for American Indians and Alaska Natives, ensuring effective contract management...

South Dakota, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$89K - $148K *

Lead the charge in enhancing risk management and compliance by driving internal control improvements, managing teams, and engaging clients to deliver actionable insights and high-quality outputs in a...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$71K - $133K *

Accelerate organizational effectiveness by engaging with clients, assessing HR needs, and implementing tailored strategies. Collaborate across teams to drive alignment with business goals and provide...

Louisville, KYRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Advance your career by leading incident response efforts in a dynamic IT environment. Coordinate multi-team activities to restore operations efficiently, ensuring compliance with best practices and dr...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in providing high-level administrative support to senior leaders, managing complex schedules, facilitating strategic initiatives, and ensuring effective communication across department...

Anchorage, AKRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$115K - $130K *

Join a team that's committed to enhancing regulatory compliance through strategic initiatives, robust IT control design, and effective collaboration across business units to ensure adherence to indust...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $130K *

Transform client engagements by leading cybersecurity initiatives, managing risks, and coaching junior consultants. Drive strategic discussions and deliver high-quality results while fostering growth...

Washington, DCRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$88K - $115K *

Unlock your potential in a pivotal integration role, ensuring customer success through seamless technical setups, collaboration across teams, and enhancement of integration performance for optimal sat...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$88K - $150K *

Shape the future of cybersecurity by driving growth in strategic accounts. Leverage your expertise to build executive relationships, navigate complex sales cycles, and expand our compliance audit and...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Shape and enhance international trade compliance operations across the Americas by managing customs processes, ensuring regulatory adherence, and leveraging expertise to minimize risks, support busine...

Midland, MIRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$82K - $87K *

Transform clinical compliance through advanced auditing and mentorship. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure adherence to regulatory standards and improve operational efficiency in a dyna...

Houston, TXRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$82K - $87K *

Contribute to clinical compliance excellence by conducting audits, mentoring teams, and enhancing operational processes. Collaborate with leadership to ensure adherence to regulatory standards and imp...

Philadelphia, PARemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$168K - $231K *

Transform the legal landscape by leading negotiations on enterprise deals, guiding teams through complex transactions, and enhancing Optro's contracting process as part of a dynamic legal team...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Unlock client potential by driving adoption and optimizing solutions across legal accounts. Serve as a trusted advisor, ensuring clients maximize their investment in Intapp products while fostering lo...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$93K - $123K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing patient safety and compliance through effective case management. This role involves coordinating complex healthcare cases, collaborating with stakeholders, an...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$79K - $115K *

Unlock potential by serving as a strategic compensation resource, collaborating with HR and leadership to design and implement executive compensation programs that attract top talent and ensure market...

Somerville, MARemote

1 week ago

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

$96K - $144K *

Lead cross-functional initiatives to enhance customs operations, ensuring compliance and optimizing performance. Drive process improvements and manage a high-performing team while leveraging data anal...

RemoteRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$82K - $110K *

Champion grant proposal excellence by collaborating with clients to enhance competitiveness in scientific research funding. Drive impactful outcomes through expert consulting, training, and proposal d...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Engage in pivotal regulatory activities and drive compliance strategies supporting late-stage clinical development. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure high-quality submissions and navig...

New York, NYRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Transform your career by guiding scientific innovation for research leaders, leveraging Cradle's cutting-edge platform. Partner with sales to enhance customer strategies while shaping product evolutio...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$218K - $256K *

Grow your career by leveraging AI to enhance compliance workflows. Collaborate with stakeholders, prototype solutions, and drive innovation across global compliance functions to ensure regulatory adhe...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in managing litigated claims, evaluating liability, and negotiating settlements. Collaborate with teams to enhance processes while ensuring compliance and maintaining strong relationsh...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$146K - $203K *

Optimize enterprise-wide business continuity management by leading the development and implementation of a robust BCM framework, ensuring critical services are maintained and recovery capabilities are...

RemoteRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in managing contracts and proposals for the Defense and Civil Space Market, leveraging federal contracting expertise to foster strategic partnerships and drive innovative acquisition s...

Virginia, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $90K *

Oversee complex federal acquisitions, providing strategic guidance and compliance support. Lead full lifecycle contract management, mentor junior staff, and ensure effective execution of high-level pr...

Columbus, OHRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Compliance Counsel do?question toggle

    A Compliance Counsel advises an organization on legal and regulatory obligations, helps identify and manage compliance risks, and supports policies, training, audits, or investigations. Specific duties depend on the employer and industry.

  • What qualifications are typically required for Compliance Counsel jobs?question toggle

    Many positions require a law degree and an active license to practice, as well as relevant legal or compliance experience. Requirements vary by role, jurisdiction, and industry, so check the individual job description.

  • Which industries hire Compliance Counsel?question toggle

    Compliance Counsel roles are found across industries with significant legal or regulatory obligations, including financial services, healthcare, technology, manufacturing, and energy.

  • How can I find Compliance Counsel jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Browse Compliance Counsel listings on Ladders, where vetted professional opportunities pay $100,000 or more. Review each posting for compensation, experience, location, and other requirements.