Chief Compliance Officer Jobs in Texas

Chief Compliance Officer jobs in Texas are among the most active in the country, concentrated in financial services, energy, healthcare, and technology across a market that ranges from early-career compliance managers to senior executives overseeing enterprise-wide programs. Houston, Dallas, and Austin lead hiring volume, anchored by employers like JPMorgan Chase, ExxonMobil, and Dell Technologies, which maintain significant compliance functions in Texas. The most in-demand specializations include financial regulatory compliance, healthcare compliance, and data privacy and cybersecurity governance. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles8
Top employerTexasBank
Top cityHouston, TX
Cities hiring5
Work type75% On-site
Top industryEducation

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Chief Compliance Officer
Larson Financial Group
Houston, Texas
Business Operations
Compensation & Benefits
Human Resources (HR) — Generalist
Bachelor's degree in finance
2-10

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University of Houston
Houston, Texas
Logistics & Fleet Management
Project Management
Master's degree
10,000+

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Chief Compliance Officer
TexasBank
Fort Worth, Texas
Business Strategy
Product Management
Project & Program Management
Project Management
201-500

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Chief Ethics & Compliance Officer
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Chief Ethics & Compliance Officer
Texas A&M University Kingsville
Kingsville, Texas
Business Operations
Compliance & Risk
Project Management
Bachelor's degree
501-1,000

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First Command Financial Services
Fort Worth, Texas
Business Analysis
Customer Service & Support
Product Management
Project Management
Hybrid
Bachelor's degree in finance
1,001-5,000

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Chief Compliance Officer Jobs by City in Texas

Where Texas roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Houston
2 jobs
Galveston
2 jobs
Fort Worth
2 jobs
Addison
1 job
Kingsville
1 job

Chief Compliance Officer Job Market in Texas

A snapshot from current Texas openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

TexasBank1 open role
National Life1 open role
University of Houston1 open role

Top Industries Hiring

  • Education
  • Insurance

What Texas Employers Look For

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

  • Bachelor's degree in law, finance, business, or a related field required
  • Certified Compliance and Ethics Professional (CCEP) or equivalent credential preferred
  • Seven or more years of compliance experience in financial services, energy, or healthcare
  • Deep knowledge of Texas regulatory frameworks and applicable federal compliance requirements
  • Experience managing compliance programs across large, matrixed Texas-based organizations
  • Strong background in risk assessment, internal audit, and regulatory reporting obligations

Chief Compliance Officer Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a chief compliance officer in Texas?

Most chief compliance officers in Texas start with a bachelor's degree in law, business, finance, or a related field, then build seven to ten years of progressive compliance experience in industries like energy, financial services, or healthcare. Texas does not require a state-issued license for the role, but earning credentials such as the Certified Compliance and Ethics Professional (CCEP) or the Certified Regulatory Compliance Manager (CRCM) significantly strengthens candidacy at major Texas employers.

How much do chief compliance officers make in Texas?

Chief compliance officers in Texas earn a median of about $75,370 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $45,170 for the lowest 10% to over $126,920 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire chief compliance officers in Texas?

Employers hiring chief compliance officers in Texas right now include TexasBank, National Life, and University of Houston, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Texas's concentration of Fortune 500 energy companies, major regional banks, and large hospital systems means demand for senior compliance leadership is consistent across industries throughout the state.

Which Texas cities have the most chief compliance officer jobs?

Houston, Galveston, and Fort Worth account for the largest share of chief compliance officer openings in Texas. Houston's dominance in energy and petrochemicals drives substantial regulatory compliance demand, Dallas attracts financial services and corporate headquarters roles, and Austin's expanding technology and healthcare sectors have made it a growing market for data privacy and cybersecurity compliance leaders.

Are there remote chief compliance officer jobs in Texas?

Yes, and more than many senior roles, since much of the work involves policy development, reporting, and oversight that can be done remotely. About 25% of chief compliance officer openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting a broad shift toward flexible arrangements at the executive level. Regulatory monitoring, program management, and board reporting are the functions most commonly handled in fully remote arrangements.

How can I get hired as a chief compliance officer in Texas with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is a compliance analyst or compliance specialist role at a Texas-based financial institution, hospital system, or energy company, where you build hands-on regulatory experience before advancing. Large Texas employers such as major regional banks and integrated health systems in Houston and Dallas regularly hire compliance coordinators and analysts as foundational roles. Earning the CCEP early, or moving laterally from internal audit, legal operations, or risk management, are the most common routes that Texas hiring managers recognize when evaluating candidates without direct compliance titles.

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

You can find and apply to chief compliance officer jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current Texas openings updated regularly. Find roles that fit your experience and location, then apply directly to the employers posting them.

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