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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$154K - $196K *

Unlock potential by leading strategic government programs, managing P&L, and driving operational excellence. Oversee contract delivery, mentor staff, and foster client relationships to ensure growth a...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$140K - $175K *

Lead the charge in building trust through compliance frameworks, guiding customers and teams in navigating security and data protection. Engage directly with clients, translating complex compliance ne...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $87K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring compliance in finance operations. In this fast-paced role, you'll audit payments related to healthcare provider interactions, safeguarding the company from reg...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$164K - $245K *

Transform vendor legal operations by leading negotiations and enhancing processes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline agreements and empower stakeholders, ensuring efficiency and sc...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$128K - $145K *

Support the full life cycle of vendor contracts, from negotiation to execution. Collaborate with stakeholders to manage legal risks and ensure compliance in a fast-paced environment, focusing on healt...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing child protection systems globally. This role oversees grants and compliance for a multi-country initiative, ensuring effective management and adherence to pol...

Baltimore, MDRemote

1 week ago

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

$77K - $95K *

Engage in comprehensive governance, risk, privacy, and compliance support by coordinating initiatives that meet regulatory standards while enhancing robust cross-functional partnerships across technol...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

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

$66K - $145K *

Grow your career with a leadership role overseeing regulatory information requests, ensuring compliance and timely responses across multiple business lines while managing a dedicated team and collabor...

RemoteRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $164K *

Lead our cybersecurity and governance initiatives, enhancing security operations and risk management while driving compliance with CMMC 2.0 and ISO/IEC 27001 standards. Collaborate across teams to imp...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $100K *

Empower compliance excellence by leading audits, risk assessments, and investigations. Collaborate with teams to ensure adherence to healthcare regulations and promote ethical practices while adapting...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$70K - $126K *

Shape the future of healthcare by recruiting and developing a robust network of providers, ensuring compliance with contracts and facilitating seamless provider integration for optimal claims processi...

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Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$140K - $190K *

Empower our Security & GRC initiatives by managing projects that ensure compliance, drive accountability, and foster collaboration across teams. Lead the project management framework to keep programs...

Chicago, ILRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Elevate your career as a Governance Administrator, managing contract reviews and compliance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure legal adherence and streamline processes in a dynamic, re...

Pennsylvania, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$177K - $221K *

Empower compliance excellence by leading the NSCLC field compliance program. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify risks, develop scalable solutions, and ensure adherence to regulations...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$83K - $113K *

Analyze third-party security documentation to assess risks and ensure compliance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to maintain security standards and streamline vendor reviews, ensuring custome...

Vancouver, BCRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$195K - $325K *

Elevate the Risk & Compliance strategy for R&D, leading a team to foster a risk-aware culture, manage budgets, and engage with stakeholders to ensure effective cyber risk management across GSK's resea...

Philadelphia, PARemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Champion the development and management of healthcare service contracts, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance care quality and operational efficiency while ensuring compliance with con...

Austin, TXRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$158K - $326K *

Drive compliance excellence by managing investigations, enhancing policies, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to uphold ethical standards and legal requirements in a dynamic environment...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer 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

$212K - $345K *

Elevate sales performance by leading a dynamic team in Governance, Risk & Compliance. Drive strategic initiatives, foster collaboration, and ensure exceptional customer experiences while achieving gro...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$74K - $95K *

Advance operational excellence by leading nationwide store audits, ensuring compliance, identifying risks, and driving continuous improvement in collaboration with cross-functional teams to enhance pe...

United StatesRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Empower our team by supporting and enhancing enterprise applications. Ensure optimal application performance, facilitate user engagement, and foster cross-functional collaboration for continuous impro...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$250K - $500K+*

Elevate risk management by leading enterprise risk, actuarial, and reinsurance strategies. Collaborate with senior leadership to ensure sound decision-making and governance, while protecting the balan...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$82K - $111K *

Serve as the primary client liaison, driving satisfaction and retention while fostering partnerships and implementing effective client strategies for healthcare products. Collaborate cross-functionall...

United StatesRemote

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$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

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

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.

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    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.