Compliance Officer Visa Sponsorship Jobs in California

California is one of the most active states for compliance officer visa sponsorship, driven by its concentration of financial institutions, technology firms, and life sciences companies. Major employers include Wells Fargo, Alphabet, Genentech, and Bank of America, with hiring concentrated in San Francisco, Los Angeles, and San Diego.

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Overview

Open Jobs281+
Top Visa TypeH-1B
Work Type70% On-site
Salary Range$80K – $107K
Top LocationLos Angeles, CA
Most JobsFirst American

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University of California - San Francisco
ADA/504 Compliance Officer
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University of California - San Francisco
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ADA/504 Compliance Officer
University of California - San Francisco
San Francisco, California
$180,000/yr - $185,000/yr
On-Site
None
10,000+

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American General Life Insurance
Chief Compliance Officer, Sales Practices
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American General Life Insurance
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Chief Compliance Officer, Sales Practices
American General Life Insurance
Woodland Hills, California
Compliance & Legal
Human Resources
Compliance & Risk
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Associate's

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Jobot
Chief Compliance Officer
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Jobot
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Chief Compliance Officer
Jobot
El Segundo, California
Compliance & Legal
Compliance & Risk
Legal Counsel
$275,000/yr
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10+ yrs exp.
None

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Arenaclub.Com, Inc.
Compliance Officer
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Arenaclub.Com, Inc.
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Compliance Officer
Arenaclub.Com, Inc.
Los Angeles, California
Compliance & Legal
Compliance & Risk
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California State University
Research Compliance Officer
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California State University
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Research Compliance Officer
California State University
Fresno, California
Compliance & Legal
Research & Academia
Compliance & Risk
$6,382/mo - $7,331/mo
On-Site
4+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's
5,001-10,000

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Compliance Officer Job Roles in California

Compliance & Legal274 jobs
Administrative & Office Support179 jobs
Legal Counsel112 jobs
Paralegal & Legal Support79 jobs
Compliance & Risk65 jobs
Customer Service & Support48 jobs
Human Resources45 jobs
Accounting35 jobs
Finance30 jobs
Project & Program Management30 jobs

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Compliance Officer Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies sponsor visas for compliance officers in California?

Financial institutions and technology companies are among the most active sponsors. Wells Fargo, JPMorgan Chase, Bank of America, and Charles Schwab regularly file H-1B petitions for compliance roles in San Francisco and Los Angeles. In tech, Alphabet, Meta, and Apple have sponsored compliance officers, particularly in regulatory affairs and data privacy. Life sciences firms like Genentech and Gilead Sciences also sponsor for FDA-related compliance positions.

Which visa types are most common for compliance officer roles in California?

The H-1B is the most common visa category for compliance officers in California, as the role typically requires at least a bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as law, finance, or accounting, satisfying the specialty occupation requirement. Candidates with advanced degrees may also pursue EB-2 green card sponsorship. Senior compliance professionals with multinational backgrounds sometimes transfer on L-1B visas if their employer has offices in another country.

Which cities in California have the most compliance officer sponsorship jobs?

San Francisco and the broader Bay Area lead in compliance officer sponsorship, driven by the density of fintech, banking, and technology headquarters. Los Angeles follows, with strong demand from entertainment, healthcare, and financial services firms. San Diego is a notable hub for life sciences compliance, particularly roles tied to FDA regulatory requirements. Sacramento also sees openings tied to state-regulated industries and government contractors.

How to find compliance officer visa sponsorship jobs in California?

Migrate Mate filters job listings specifically by visa sponsorship availability, making it easier to identify California employers actively willing to sponsor compliance officers rather than sorting through roles that don't offer sponsorship. You can filter by location and role type to focus on California-based positions in finance, tech, or life sciences. Creating a profile on Migrate Mate also helps match your background to relevant openings.

Are there state-specific considerations for compliance officer sponsorship in California?

California's strict labor and privacy laws, including the California Consumer Privacy Act, have increased demand for compliance professionals with privacy and data governance expertise, which can strengthen a sponsorship case. Employers filing H-1B petitions must meet Department of Labor prevailing wage requirements, and California's high cost of living means prevailing wages in cities like San Francisco are among the highest in the country. Candidates from law schools with California bar ties or UC system programs are well positioned for in-state roles.

What is the prevailing wage for sponsored compliance officer jobs in California?

U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.

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