Explore Compliance Officer Jobs

Find your next opportunity among vetted Compliance Officer jobs paying $100,000 or more on Ladders. Employers seek experienced professionals who can help them meet regulatory requirements, strengthen internal controls, manage risk, and build a culture of ethical conduct. Browse senior-level openings across industries and discover roles aligned with your expertise and career goals.

What Does a Compliance Officer Do?

Compliance Officers help organizations understand and meet the laws, regulations, industry standards, and internal policies that apply to their operations. Responsibilities may include developing compliance programs, monitoring controls, conducting risk assessments, coordinating audits, investigating concerns, and advising leadership on regulatory changes. The scope of a role can vary based on the organization, industry, and level of seniority.

Skills and Qualifications Employers Value

Employers often look for strong knowledge of relevant regulations, sound judgment, attention to detail, and the ability to communicate complex requirements clearly. Experience with compliance monitoring, policy development, investigations, audit coordination, and risk management can be valuable. Senior positions may also call for leadership experience, cross-functional collaboration, and the ability to present recommendations to executives and boards. Requirements differ by employer and sector.

Compliance Officer Careers Across Industries

Compliance professionals work in fields such as financial services, healthcare, technology, insurance, manufacturing, and other regulated sectors. Some roles focus on specific areas, including privacy, anti-money laundering, corporate governance, or regulatory affairs. Explore opportunities to compare responsibilities, industry focus, work arrangements, and qualifications.

Find Your Next Compliance Officer Role

Use Ladders to explore vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Review current Compliance Officer listings, identify roles that fit your experience, and take the next step toward a senior compliance career.

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$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...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$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...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$134K - $249K *

Shape compliance within our health plan by overseeing policy development, audit processes, and regulatory interactions. Drive effective management and communication across all compliance functions to...

Arizona, USRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$146K - $225K *

Manage compliance for the Affirm Card program, ensuring regulatory adherence across marketing, onboarding, and servicing. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to navigate complex compliance challen...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$128K - $188K *

Join a team that's redefining compliance in the financial services sector. You'll lead compliance advisory for innovative card products, ensuring regulatory adherence while collaborating with cross-fu...

CanadaRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$85K - $105K *

Optimize regulatory compliance processes for a multi-state transportation network. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure operational readiness and manage ongoing compliance across diverse markets...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$200K - $280K *

Help us architect a robust regulatory framework that empowers GPs to thrive in complex financial markets. You will lead compliance initiatives, ensuring operational integrity and strategic alignment w...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Pioneer compliance excellence by leading initiatives that ensure adherence to global regulatory standards. Collaborate cross-functionally to mitigate risks, manage vendor programs, and drive strategic...

Florida, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in overseeing a national Audit & Compliance team, ensuring regulatory adherence, risk management, and operational excellence while driving process improvements and fostering cross-func...

United StatesRemote

Today

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

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in compliance initiatives, guiding teams and ensuring adherence to regulations while mentoring staff and driving awareness of compliance programs across the organization...

Missouri, USRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$175K - $200K *

Transform compliance within a dynamic enterprise by designing and overseeing an effective Ethics and Compliance Program that aligns with regulations and promotes enterprise growth. Drive culture and a...

United StatesRemote

Reposted today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$115K - $140K *

Drive GRC initiatives by building and testing security controls, assessing risks, and automating evidence collection. Collaborate with teams to enhance compliance and support audits while ensuring eff...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$87K - $157K *

Optimize compliance processes by leveraging your expertise in Medicare regulations. Collaborate with leadership to ensure adherence to CMS requirements, conduct risk assessments, and support audit rea...

RemoteRemote

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Lead the development and implementation of enterprise compliance programs, managing OSHA, EPA, and GMP standards to ensure operational excellence and regulatory adherence across all facilities, suppor...

United StatesRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of compliance by leading a robust program that ensures regulatory adherence, fosters a culture of integrity, and collaborates across functions to mitigate risks and enhance operationa...

North Carolina, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $140K *

Drive compliance excellence as a Senior Compliance Program Manager, overseeing complex initiatives across enterprise and federal environments. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure audit r...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Lead compliance excellence by conducting quality reviews, enhancing processes, and providing expert guidance to ensure timely, accurate client service and adherence to regulatory standards in a dynami...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Transform your career by leading compliance assurance initiatives that enhance the reliability of the North American electric grid. Collaborate with industry stakeholders to develop and implement risk...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$88K - $105K *

Champion compliance initiatives by developing programs and training materials, ensuring adherence to regulations across UPMC. Collaborate with various departments to mitigate risks and enhance ethical...

Pittsburgh, PARemote

Today

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

$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 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$65K - $96K *

Empower compliance processes by preparing complex government filings, mentoring team members, and ensuring accuracy, while maintaining high service standards and developing knowledge of intricate comp...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$180K - $270K *

Transform regulatory compliance in North America by developing strategies and programs that ensure adherence to financial regulations. Collaborate across teams to implement innovative compliance solut...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$87K - $157K *

Shape the future of compliance by designing and implementing programs that ensure regulatory alignment, mitigate risks, and foster a culture of accountability across diverse business operations...

Missouri, USRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$87K - $157K *

Unlock compliance excellence by managing auditing, monitoring, and reporting processes to ensure adherence to regulatory standards and enhance operational efficiency across contracts and collaboration...

RemoteRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $140K *

Champion compliance excellence by conducting hands-on reviews and mock exams for investment advisers and broker-dealers, ensuring clients remain exam-ready while fostering strong relationships and men...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Compliance Officer do?question toggle

    A Compliance Officer helps an organization follow applicable laws, regulations, industry standards, and internal policies. Duties can include assessing risk, maintaining compliance programs, monitoring controls, supporting audits, investigating issues, and advising business leaders.

  • What qualifications are commonly required for Compliance Officer jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary by role and industry. Employers commonly value relevant compliance or regulatory experience, knowledge of applicable rules, analytical skills, clear communication, and sound judgment. Senior roles may require experience leading teams or advising executives.

  • Which industries hire Compliance Officers?question toggle

    Compliance Officers are hired across industries including financial services, healthcare, insurance, technology, and manufacturing. The regulations and areas of focus depend on the employer and sector.

  • What kinds of roles can I find on Ladders?question toggle

    Ladders features vetted professional job opportunities paying $100,000 or more, including senior-level Compliance Officer and related compliance roles. Specific openings and qualifications vary.

  • How can I find a Compliance Officer job that fits my experience?question toggle

    Compare job responsibilities, industry requirements, seniority, and qualifications in each listing. Focus your search on roles that match your regulatory expertise, leadership background, and career objectives.