Compliance Executive Jobs

Compliance Executive jobs are open across financial services, healthcare, and technology, at levels from associate compliance officer to chief compliance officer, with specializations in regulatory affairs, risk management, and policy governance. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.

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Overview

Open roles32
Top stateTexas
Top employerWorkiva
Top cityAustin, TX
Work type53% Hybrid
Top industryBanking

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Executive Assistant I, Compliance, Assurance & Privacy Services (CAPS)
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Executive Assistant I, Compliance, Assurance & Privacy Services (CAPS)
Amazon Web Services
Seattle, Washington
Administrative & Office Support
Business Operations
Executive Assistant & Personal Assistant
$80k - $97k/yr

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Equal Employment Opportunity Compliance Officer (DOT Executive Assistant I)
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Equal Employment Opportunity Compliance Officer (DOT Executive Assistant I)
Maryland Department of Transportation
Baltimore, Maryland
Administrative & Office Support
Program Management
Project Management
$72k - $113k/yr
High school diploma or GED
501-1,000

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Compliance & Operations Risk Test Director - Consumer and Community Banking Testing Center of Excellence - Executive Director
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Compliance & Operations Risk Test Director - Consumer and Community Banking Testing Center of Excellence - Executive Director
JPMorganChase
Columbus, Ohio
Business Operations
Corporate Development & M&A
Executive Leadership & C-Suite
Finance
10,000+

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Risk Management and Compliance Executive Administrative Assistant
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Risk Management and Compliance Executive Administrative Assistant
JPMorganChase
Newark, Delaware
Higher Education
Research & Academia
Teaching & Instruction
10,000+

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Executive Ii (Testing Contractor Compliance Officer)
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Executive Ii (Testing Contractor Compliance Officer)
State of Illinois
Des Plaines, Illinois
Compliance & Legal
Legal Counsel
Paralegal & Legal Support
$6,820 - $9,875/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's degree
10,000+

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Compliance Executive Job Market

Who's Hiring

Workiva3 open roles
JPMorganChase3 open roles
HealthStream2 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Banking & Financial Services
  • Technology & Software
  • Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in compliance executive jobs.

  • 7 or more years of compliance, regulatory, or legal experience in a relevant industry
  • Deep knowledge of applicable regulatory frameworks such as FINRA, SOX, HIPAA, or GDPR
  • Demonstrated experience leading compliance programs or cross-functional compliance teams
  • Bachelor's degree in law, finance, business, or a related field, with many roles preferring a JD or advanced degree
  • Certifications such as CCEP, CRCM, or CAMS are frequently listed as preferred or required
  • Experience presenting compliance risk assessments and policy updates to senior leadership or the board

Tips for Your Compliance Executive Job Search

Tailor your resume to regulation families

Compliance executive hiring managers want to see which regulatory frameworks you've worked under, such as FINRA, HIPAA, SOX, or GDPR. List those explicitly in your resume summary and each relevant role rather than using generic phrases like 'regulatory compliance.'

Lead with enforcement outcomes on your resume

Audit findings reduced, remediation timelines shortened, or penalty actions avoided are what distinguish compliance executive candidates. Describe the scope and outcome of your work, not just your responsibilities, so reviewers can quickly gauge your impact.

Apply early to roles that fit

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

Filter openings by industry vertical deliberately

Compliance expertise is not always transferable at the executive level. A background in broker-dealer oversight reads differently to a health system than to an investment bank, so prioritize openings in sectors where your regulatory experience maps directly to the employer's obligations.

Prepare a scenario-based interview answer library

Compliance executive interviews almost always include scenario questions about handling a discovered violation, managing regulator relationships, or advising the board against a proposed business decision. Prepare two or three specific examples for each scenario type before you interview.

Negotiate scope alongside compensation

At the executive level, reporting structure, board access, and resource authority matter as much as pay. During offer discussions, clarify whether the role reports directly to the C-suite, what budget you control, and whether you have independent authority to escalate concerns.

Compliance Executive Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies are hiring the most compliance executives?

The companies hiring the most compliance executives right now include Workiva, JPMorganChase, and HealthStream, with the largest share of openings in Texas, New York, and Georgia, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Financial services, healthcare systems, and large technology companies consistently account for the majority of executive-level compliance hiring.

How many compliance executive jobs are remote?

About 73% of compliance executive openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with availability varying by industry and seniority. Roles focused on policy development, training, and program oversight tend to offer the most remote flexibility, while positions with direct regulator liaison or on-site audit responsibilities are more likely to require in-person presence.

How do you become a compliance executive?

Most compliance executives build their path by starting in a specialist or analyst role within a regulated industry, then progressively taking on program ownership, managing teams, and advising on risk strategy. Earning a recognized compliance certification, developing direct experience with regulators, and moving into roles with cross-functional visibility all accelerate the path to executive-level positions.

Can you get a compliance executive job without extensive experience?

Moving directly into a compliance executive role with little experience is uncommon, but candidates who have led compliance projects, managed audits, or held senior specialist titles can be competitive for smaller organizations or newly established compliance functions. Focusing on companies building out their compliance programs for the first time, rather than those with mature teams, gives less-experienced candidates a more realistic entry point.

What does the compliance executive interview process look like?

The compliance executive interview process typically begins with a recruiter or HR screen, followed by a substantive interview with the hiring manager, often the general counsel, chief risk officer, or CEO. Candidates usually then meet with cross-functional leaders such as finance, operations, or legal, and may present a brief compliance program overview or respond to a written scenario. Final-round interviews frequently include a conversation with the board's audit or risk committee.

Where can I find and apply to compliance executive jobs?

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

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