Compliance Program Manager Jobs in California

Compliance Program Manager jobs in California are among the most active in the country, with demand concentrated in financial services, healthcare, technology, and defense contracting at levels from entry-level compliance analyst through senior program director. Los Angeles, San Francisco, and San Diego account for the largest share of openings, where major employers such as Kaiser Permanente, Wells Fargo, and Northrop Grumman maintain significant compliance operations. The most sought-after specialties in California are healthcare regulatory compliance, financial crimes and anti-money-laundering programs, and privacy and data governance under the California Consumer Privacy Act. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles36
Top employerMeta
Top citySan Francisco, CA
Cities hiring24
Work type47% Hybrid
Top industryTechnology

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Automation Program Manager, Legal and Compliance Operations
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Automation Program Manager, Legal and Compliance Operations
Meta
Menlo Park, California
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Medical Assistant
$97k - $139k/yr
10,000+

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Automation Program Manager, Legal and Compliance Operations
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Automation Program Manager, Legal and Compliance Operations
Meta
Sunnyvale, California
Project Management
Solutions Engineering & Architecture
Technical Program Management
$97k - $139k/yr
10,000+

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Mental Health Counselor - Quality and Compliance Manager For Residential Drug and Alcohol Program
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Mental Health Counselor - Quality and Compliance Manager For Residential Drug and Alcohol Program
CRASH, Inc.
San Diego, California
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
Social Work & Counseling
$90k - $100k/yr
On-Site

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BP&S Compliance Program Coordinator
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BP&S Compliance Program Coordinator
Lam Research
Fremont, California
Business Operations
Program Management
Project Management
$92k - $211k/yr
On-Site
Master's degree
10,000+

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Program Manager II, Compliance, YouTube
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Program Manager II, Compliance, YouTube
Youtube
San Bruno, California
Program Management
Project & Program Management
Project Management
$132k - $189k/yr
Bachelor's degree

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Compliance Program Manager Jobs by City in California

Where California roles are concentrated, by current openings.

San Francisco
5 jobs
San Diego
4 jobs
Long Beach
2 jobs
Menlo Park
2 jobs
Los Angeles
2 jobs
Santa Clara
2 jobs
San Francisco Bay Area
2 jobs
Ukiah
1 job
Fremont
1 job

Compliance Program Manager Job Market in California

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

Who's Hiring

Meta3 open roles
OpenAI2 open roles
SCAN Health Plan2 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Technology & Software
  • Electronics & Hardware

What California Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in compliance program manager jobs across California.

  • Bachelor's degree in law, business, healthcare administration, or a related field
  • Certified Compliance and Ethics Professional (CCEP) or equivalent professional certification preferred
  • Five or more years of compliance, regulatory affairs, or risk management experience
  • Demonstrated knowledge of California-specific regulations including CCPA and HIPAA requirements
  • Experience designing, implementing, and auditing enterprise-wide compliance programs
  • Strong written communication skills for policy development and regulatory reporting

Compliance Program Manager Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a compliance program manager in California?

The most direct path is a bachelor's degree in business, law, healthcare administration, or a related field followed by several years in a compliance analyst or regulatory affairs role. California does not issue a state-specific compliance license, but hiring managers strongly favor the Certified Compliance and Ethics Professional credential issued by the Society of Corporate Compliance and Ethics. Candidates targeting healthcare employers should also pursue the Certified in Healthcare Compliance designation, which carries real weight with California hospital systems and medical groups.

How much do compliance program managers make in California?

Compliance program managers in California earn a median of about $96,980 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $57,530 for the lowest 10% to over $158,280 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire compliance program managers in California?

Employers hiring compliance program managers in California right now include Meta, OpenAI, and SCAN Health Plan, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. California's dense concentration of regulated industries, including large health systems, major banks, defense contractors, and technology firms subject to CCPA, makes it one of the most consistent states for compliance program manager hiring year-round.

Which California cities have the most compliance program manager jobs?

San Francisco, San Diego, and Long Beach account for the most compliance program manager openings in California. Los Angeles and San Francisco drive volume through their large financial services, entertainment, and technology sectors, while San Diego's strength in defense contracting, biotech, and military healthcare generates consistent compliance demand that keeps it competitive with the larger metros.

Are there remote compliance program manager jobs in California?

Yes, and more than most fields, because compliance program management is fundamentally a desk, policy, and documentation role that translates well to remote work. About 65% of compliance program manager openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting how widely employers have adopted flexible arrangements for this function. Roles focused on policy writing, training program development, and regulatory reporting are the most consistently offered as fully remote.

How can I get hired as a compliance program manager in California with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry point is moving into a compliance analyst or regulatory coordinator role from an adjacent position such as paralegal, internal auditor, quality assurance specialist, or healthcare billing coordinator. Large California employers including Kaiser Permanente, UC Health systems, and major Bay Area financial institutions run rotational compliance and risk associate programs that accept candidates without dedicated compliance experience. Earning the CCEP candidate designation while still building hours demonstrates commitment and gives California hiring managers a concrete credential to anchor an otherwise thin compliance resume.

Where can I find and apply to compliance program manager jobs in California?

You can find and apply to compliance program manager jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings updated regularly. Find the roles that fit your experience and apply directly to the ones that match.

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