Chief Compliance Officer
Atticus Recruiting
Chicago, IL · Posted October 10, 2026
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About the job
Practice Area : Corporate/Securities Description EXCLUSIVE — Our client, a leading, public, technology manufacturing company with 7,000 employees and sales, engineering and manufacturing locations in North America, Europe, Middle East, and Asia, seeks a Chief Compliance Officer in its Chicago headquarters. Reporting directly to the General Counsel, the Chief Compliance Officer will develop, implement, and monitor effective compliance programs and policies to ensure the company’s adherence to relevant laws, regulations, and ethical standards. The successful candidate will serve as a strategic advisor to senior leadership and will be responsible for fostering a culture of compliance throughout the organization. The successful candidate will possess a Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree and at least 10+ years of related compliance experience, preferably working in a role for a global manufacturer or tier 1 automotive supplier. This is an exciting opportunity to join a leading and growing international company with vibrant management and perform a vital and integral role by crafting and overseeing the company’s first comprehensive compliance program. Location: Chicago Employment Type: Law Firm Experience: Senior Attorney Apply Now We submit confidential inquiries to our hiring contacts which preserves the confidentiality of the attorney candidate. « Back to Current Positions