Compliance Director Jobs

Explore Compliance Director opportunities with organizations seeking experienced leaders to guide regulatory programs, manage enterprise risk, and strengthen ethical business practices. Ladders features vetted professional positions paying $100,000 or more, helping senior compliance professionals discover roles that align with their expertise and career goals.

What Does a Compliance Director Do?

Compliance Directors develop and oversee policies and programs that help organizations meet legal, regulatory, and industry requirements. They assess compliance risks, lead audits and investigations, advise executives, and work with teams across the business to address issues and support a culture of accountability.

Common Responsibilities and Specializations

Responsibilities vary by industry and organization, but may include regulatory monitoring, compliance program design, internal controls, risk assessments, training, reporting, and coordination with regulators. Some positions focus on areas such as financial services, healthcare, privacy, ethics, trade, or environmental compliance.

Qualifications for Compliance Director Roles

Employers commonly seek substantial compliance, legal, audit, or risk-management experience, along with strong leadership and communication skills. Depending on the role, relevant industry knowledge, a degree in law, business, finance, or a related field, and professional certifications may be valued. Requirements differ by employer and sector.

Find Senior Compliance Opportunities

Browse Compliance Director jobs on Ladders to compare leadership opportunities, responsibilities, and employer requirements. Discover vetted roles with salaries of $100,000 or more and take the next step in your compliance career.

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$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...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$180K - $200K *

Drive compliance excellence by leading regulatory strategy and governance, ensuring scalable infrastructure for service contracts and insurance programs across North America. Collaborate with executiv...

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6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring compliance across banking operations. Oversee regulatory change management, training, and compliance monitoring while serving as the CRA Officer. Drive risk as...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing compliance across the organization. Oversee regulatory change management, compliance monitoring, and training while serving as the CRA Officer. Drive risk ass...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $110K *

Champion compliance excellence by overseeing licensing and regulatory standards, ensuring all programs meet federal, state, and local laws. Collaborate with teams to provide training and maintain audi...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$93K - $139K *

Join a team that's dedicated to managing compliance initiatives and regulatory audits, ensuring excellence in healthcare standards while collaborating with stakeholders to drive impactful solutions an...

1 week ago

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

$93K - $139K *

Champion compliance excellence by managing audits, regulatory initiatives, and strategic projects. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure adherence to laws and regulations while fostering a culture o...

1 week ago

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

$93K - $139K *

Drive compliance excellence by managing audits, regulatory initiatives, and strategic projects. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure adherence to laws and regulations while fostering a dynamic, hyb...

1 week ago

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

$93K - $139K *

Transform compliance management by overseeing audits, regulatory initiatives, and strategic projects. Leverage your expertise to ensure adherence to laws and regulations while fostering collaboration...

1 week ago

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

$93K - $139K *

Unlock potential by managing compliance initiatives and audits, ensuring regulatory excellence while collaborating with stakeholders. Drive strategic projects and maintain knowledge of laws to support...

1 week ago

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

$93K - $139K *

Empower compliance excellence by managing strategic initiatives, audits, and regulatory assessments. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure adherence to laws and standards while driving impactful cor...

1 week ago

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

$88K - $105K *

Engage as a Compliance Manager, leading regulatory initiatives and advising senior leadership. Oversee compliance strategies, mentor staff, and liaise with regulatory agencies to ensure adherence to l...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $110K *

Unlock potential by leading compliance initiatives and advising leadership on regulatory strategies. This role ensures adherence to laws, mentors staff, and collaborates with stakeholders to mitigate...

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Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$105K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring compliance with affordable housing regulations. Oversee compliance operations, manage a team, and conduct audits while fostering a culture of accuracy and atte...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$95K - $115K *

Lead compliance initiatives by overseeing a dedicated team, ensuring adherence to Low Income Housing regulations, and conducting audits. Drive training and maintain documentation for affordable housin...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $130K *

Oversee compliance initiatives to ensure adherence to healthcare regulations and policies, enhancing collaboration between providers and health systems while improving patient outcomes and operational...

Today

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

$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

$100K - $120K *

Champion patient safety initiatives by coordinating compliance and accreditation programs across healthcare facilities, ensuring alignment with regulations while fostering a culture of continuous impr...

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

$130K - $150K *

Join a dynamic compliance team to ensure regulatory adherence, manage filings, and support investment operations. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance compliance policies and navigate the evolving...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 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...

4 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...

4 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...

4 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...

4 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...

4 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...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Compliance Director do?question toggle

    A Compliance Director leads an organization's compliance program, including policies, risk assessments, monitoring, audits, training, and reporting. They help ensure the business follows applicable laws, regulations, and industry standards.

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

    Requirements vary, but employers often look for extensive experience in compliance, law, audit, or risk management; leadership and communication skills; and knowledge of the relevant industry. Some roles value advanced degrees or professional certifications.

  • Which industries hire Compliance Directors?question toggle

    Compliance Directors work across industries, including financial services, healthcare, technology, manufacturing, insurance, and professional services. Their focus depends on the regulations and risks relevant to the employer.

  • How much do Compliance Director jobs pay?question toggle

    Compensation varies by industry, location, employer, and experience. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, including senior compliance leadership opportunities.

  • What skills are important for a Compliance Director?question toggle

    Key skills include regulatory interpretation, risk assessment, program management, internal controls, communication, sound judgment, and the ability to influence teams and advise senior leaders.