Chief Compliance Officer Jobs

Chief Compliance Officer jobs are open across financial services, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, technology, and manufacturing, at every level from VP of Compliance to Chief Compliance Officer, with specializations in regulatory affairs, risk management, and corporate governance. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles61
Top stateTexas
Top employerNational Life
Top cityDallas, TX
Work type61% On-site
Top industryInsurance

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Noble Community Clinics
Chief Quality & Compliance Officer
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Chief Quality & Compliance Officer
Noble Community Clinics
Stevens Point, Wisconsin
Compliance & Risk
Project Management
Quality Assurance & Testing (QA Testing)
Master's degree in business administration
51-200

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FalconX
Chief Compliance Officer, Swap Dealer
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Chief Compliance Officer, Swap Dealer
FalconX
New York, New York
Engineering (Non-Software)
Mechanical Engineering
Product Management
$191k - $252k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's degree
11-50

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FIS
SVP, Chief Compliance Officer
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SVP, Chief Compliance Officer
FIS
Jacksonville, Florida
Business Operations
Compliance & Risk
Executive Leadership & C-Suite
Bachelor's degree in law
10,000+

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First National Bank Texas
Chief Compliance Officer
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First National Bank Texas
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Chief Compliance Officer
First National Bank Texas
Killeen, Texas
Accounting
Business Analysis
Bachelor's degree
1,001-5,000

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Chief Quality & Compliance Officer (CQCO)
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Chief Quality & Compliance Officer (CQCO)
REFUGIO COUNTY MEMORIAL HOSPITAL
Refugio, Texas
Business Operations
Program Management
Project & Program Management
Project Management
$44.38 - $60.34/hr
Master's degree in business administration

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Chief Compliance Officer Job Market

Who's Hiring

National Life
National Life3 open roles
Genentech
Genentech2 open roles
Moneta
Moneta2 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Insurance
  • Investment & Asset Management
  • Education
  • Banking & Financial Services
  • Science & Research

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in chief compliance officer jobs.

  • 10 or more years of compliance, legal, or regulatory experience in a relevant industry
  • Deep knowledge of applicable regulatory frameworks such as SEC, FINRA, HIPAA, SOX, or OCC requirements
  • Experience building or leading an enterprise-wide compliance program
  • Juris Doctor, advanced degree, or professional certification such as CCEP, CHC, or CRCM
  • Proven ability to communicate compliance risk to C-suite executives and board members
  • Familiarity with compliance management systems and GRC software platforms

Tips for Your Chief Compliance Officer Job Search

Quantify your regulatory impact clearly

Your resume should show outcomes, not just responsibilities. Name the specific frameworks you implemented, how many audits you led, and what fines or enforcement actions your program helped avoid. Hiring committees for chief compliance officer roles want evidence of measurable risk reduction.

Tailor credentials to the industry vertical

A CRCM carries weight in banking, a CHC in healthcare, and a CCEP in broad corporate settings. Match the certification you lead with to the sector you're targeting, because hiring panels expect vertical fluency, not just general compliance expertise.

Apply early to roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists chief compliance officer openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.

Target openings by enforcement environment

Filter your search by industry and then research that sector's current regulator priorities. A company facing active SEC scrutiny needs a different compliance profile than one preparing for a HIPAA audit. Aligning your cover letter to their specific enforcement context separates you from generalist applicants.

Prepare board-level communication examples

Chief compliance officer interviews almost always include a scenario where you report a material risk to the board or audit committee. Rehearse a real example from your career where you delivered difficult findings clearly and drove a decision, because panels test executive communication as much as technical knowledge.

Negotiate scope before you negotiate title

Before finalizing an offer, clarify whether the role reports to the CEO, General Counsel, or CFO, and whether you have independent access to the board. Reporting structure determines your authority to escalate, which matters more for a chief compliance officer than the title itself.

Chief Compliance Officer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies are hiring the most chief compliance officers?

The companies hiring the most chief compliance officers right now include National Life, Genentech, and Moneta, with the largest share of openings in Texas, New York, and Florida, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Financial services and healthcare consistently account for the largest volume of active postings.

How many chief compliance officer jobs are remote?

About 39% of chief compliance officer openings are fully remote or hybrid as of August 2026, though fully on-site roles remain common at heavily regulated institutions such as banks and hospitals. Sub-areas like data privacy compliance, third-party risk management, and regulatory reporting tend to have the highest share of remote-eligible positions.

How do you become a chief compliance officer?

Start by building deep expertise in a regulated industry through roles in legal, audit, or risk management. Earn a relevant professional certification such as the CCEP or CHC to signal specialization. Progress into compliance management roles with direct reports, then take on enterprise-wide program ownership. Board-facing experience and a strong record of navigating regulatory examinations or enforcement actions are typically required before reaching the chief level.

Can you get hired as a chief compliance officer without prior CCO experience?

Yes, candidates without a prior CCO title can be hired when they demonstrate equivalent scope. Companies promoting internally often select a Deputy Chief Compliance Officer or VP of Compliance who already owns the program day-to-day. For external candidates, showing that you built a compliance function from the ground up or led the organization through a major regulatory examination can substitute for the title itself.

What does the chief compliance officer interview process look like?

The process typically runs three to five rounds and includes a screening call with HR, a technical interview with the General Counsel or CFO, a presentation of your compliance philosophy or a case study, and a final panel with board or audit committee members. Expect scenario-based questions on how you would handle a whistleblower complaint, a regulatory inquiry, or a conflict between business objectives and compliance requirements.

Where can I find and apply to chief compliance officer jobs?

You can find and apply to chief compliance officer jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your industry background and seniority level, then apply directly to each one that fits.

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