Compliance Counsel Jobs in Chicago, IL
BMO Financial
$132600 - $247000
Chicago, IL
ERO advises with respect to legal and regulatory matters, provides leadership and guidance with respect to regulatory interactions, provides advice and oversight regarding regulatory examinations and the remediation of supervisory findings, and reports to senior management and the board of directors on significant matters. The role is complex as a result of the highly regulated nature of the financial industry, the breadth, nature, and complexity of BMO’s various businesses, the complexity of both the supervisory environment and the business environment, the number and variety of regulatory regimes and regulators, and the magnitude and pace of regulatory change.
BMO Financial
$132600 - $247000
Chicago, IL
Provides advice and counsel on wide range of employment, compensation, and employee benefit plans/ERISA matters, including on retirement plans, and health and welfare plans, and on issues including employee relations, performance management, leaves of absence and accommodations, wage and hour, pay equity, internal investigations, compensation and benefits, contingent workers, immigration, recruitment, inclusion, and mergers, acquisitions and outsourcing. Application Deadline: 04/30/2026Address: 320 S Canal StreetJob Family Group: LegalProvides and manages the delivery of legal and regulatory advice on U.S. employment law, benefits plans (including ERISA plans), and equity compensation plans on behalf of BMO Financial Group.
Medline Industries - Transportation & Operations
Northfield, IL
Leadership and management: Demonstrated ability to supervise personnel, manage workflow, and provide leadership, and ability to advise and collaborate with senior management and executive leadership on important Labor & Employment, employee relations, and risk management topics. Assessment and Remediation: Participate with other Legal, Compliance and Human Resource leaders in scoping the assessment and remediation of Labor & Employment and Human Resources control gaps globally, and provide ongoing oversight of new controls.
Jobot
$215000 - $285000
Chicago, IL
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Jobot
$250000 - $450000
Chicago, IL
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BMO Financial
$132600 - $247000
Chicago, IL
The successful candidate will join a collaborative, high‑performing team of legal professionals and will be responsible for advising on a broad range of legal, regulatory, and corporate secretarial matters, with a primary focus on subsidiary governance, board operations, and transactional support. Application Deadline: 04/16/2026Address: 320 S Canal StreetJob Family Group: LegalBMO Financial Group (“BMO”) is seeking a Senior Counsel and Assistant Corporate Secretary to support Enterprise Board Governance for its U.S. subsidiaries.
Jobot
$210000 - $260000
Chicago, IL
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Jobot
$150000 - $220000
Chicago, IL
Attorneys will draft and review coverage opinions, reservation-of-rights letters, and declaratory judgment pleadings, manage discovery and motion practice, take and defend depositions, participate in mediations and settlement negotiations, and work closely with trial teams through resolution. Information collected and processed as part of your Jobot candidate profile, and any job applications, resumes, or other information you choose to submit is subject to Jobot's Privacy Policy, as well as the Jobot California Worker Privacy Notice and Jobot Notice Regarding Automated Employment Decision Tools which are available at jobot.com/legal.
Medline Industries - Transportation & Operations
Northfield, IL
The Senior Paralegal will be part of the Corporate Secretarial team, working closely with the Compensation, Investor Relations, Accounting, and Finance teams and playing a critical role in the Company’s compliance with Securities laws, Nasdaq listing requirements, and Medline’s governance policies. Support insider trading compliance, including tracking pre-clearances and blackout windows, preparing quarterly blackout notices, maintaining records such as special blackout lists and stock trading plans, and identifying and implementing process improvements.
Medline Industries - Transportation & Operations
Northfield, IL
The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, extensive knowledge of US GAAP and IFRS accounting principles and SEC reporting requirements and a proven track record in financial reporting within a fast-paced US publicly traded company environment. Decisive and experienced leader with strong interpersonal skills and a proven ability to develop and communicate a vision, lead change, and motivate associates to realize both their own and their team’s full potential while achieving the company’s overall objectives.
USA Clinics Group
$125000 - $180000
Northbrook, IL
Founded by Harvard-trained physicians with a vision of offering patient-first care beyond the hospital settings, we’ve grown into the nation’s largest network of outpatient vein, fibroid, vascular, and prostate centers, with 170+ clinics across the country. We are seeking an experienced Associate General Counsel/General Counsel with deep healthcare industry experience to serve as a strategic legal partner to executive leadership.
Discover Financial Services
$230400 - $263000
Riverwoods, IL
The attorney will be responsible for collaborating with various stakeholders on Global Payment Network marketing content and intent, reviewing network marketing and servicing collateral and network participant communications, and working with business leaders to identify risks and problem-solve complex issues. Collaborating with Global Payment Network business teams, Brand, the Business Risk Office, Corporate Communications, and Compliance stakeholders to address risks, develop creative solutions, and resolve issues.
Discover Financial Services
$230400 - $263000
Riverwoods, IL
Identifying potential legal risks early in the product development process; working collaboratively with operations, regulatory compliance, privacy, and other teams to analyze those risks; and providing feedback to the product team so that product designs can manage those risks. The Capital One Legal Department is an outstanding team at a Fortune 100 Company that is consistently voted one of the best places to work in the U.S. You will find that the Legal Department is not a “check the box” function but instead, an important voice and strategic partner in all aspects of the business.
Discover Financial Services
$269600 - $307700
Riverwoods, IL
Leading a team of legal professionals responsible for negotiating and drafting a variety of commercial agreements and providing legal advice on a broad range of matters impacting issuer, acquirer, and merchant relationships. This role involves providing essential legal advice and support on a variety of commercial initiatives and transactions for the Discover Network, working closely with business and legal partners across the organization.
JPMorgan Chase
$183350 - $242000
Chicago, IL
As an attorney in Commercial and Investment Banking, you will provide legal support to the Equipment Finance group, a national business serving the equipment finance needs of mid-size companies, large corporations and other institutions, which finances a wide variety of equipment types (including loan and leasing activities). JPMorganChase, one of the oldest financial institutions, offers innovative financial solutions to millions of consumers, small businesses and many of the world's most prominent corporate, institutional and government clients under the J.P.
Discover Financial Services
$230400 - $263000
Riverwoods, IL
This role involves providing essential legal advice and support on a variety of commercial initiatives and transactions for the Discover Network, working closely with business and legal partners across the organization. Candidates hired to work in other locations will be subject to the pay range associated with that location, and the actual annualized salary amount offered to any candidate at the time of hire will be reflected solely in the candidate’s offer letter.
AIT Worldwide Logistics, Inc.
$160000 - $200000
Itasca, Illinois
For more than 40 years, the Chicago-based supply chain solutions leader has relied on a consultative approach to build a global network and trusted partnerships in nearly every industry, including aerospace, automotive, consumer retail, energy, food, government, high-tech, industrial, life sciences and marine. In addition, teammates may be eligible for up to 10 to 20 days of vacation (depending on tenure), 2 personal days, 1 floating holiday, 5 sick days, 5 volunteer hours, and 6 company holidays (plus Veterans Day for Veterans) annually.
Guide One Insurance
Chicago, IL
You will have a wide range of responsibilities, including legal research, contract review, policy drafting, media and marketing review, conflict of interest management, HR investigations, and providing legal advice on various P&C insurance underwriting/product, insurance licensing and compliance matters. Conduct thorough research on legal and regulatory matters affecting the company and provide actionable insights, with special focus on underwriting and product expertise.
Tradebe
$160000 - $190000
Chicago, IL
role provides strategic legal and business counsel on environmental, regulatory, and operational matters while identifying and managing legal. The annual salary for this position ranges from $160,000 to $190,000, depending on factors such as your location, experience, skills and.
Artius Solutions
$200000 - $250000
Chicago, IL
This role will partner closely with the General Counsel and senior leadership to provide legal guidance across regulatory compliance, corporate governance, and strategic business initiatives. Overview A growing financial technology firm operating within regulated markets, is seeking an Associate General Counsel to support legal and regulatory operations.
The Cigna Group
$152500 - $254100
Chicago, IL
This role will provide legal support to HR and business leaders in complex corporate transactions, provide counsel to internal clients relating to ERISA, tax and compensation legal matters, and ensure compliance with applicable benefits and compensation laws. These states include: Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Iowa, Kansas, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Nebraska, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Texas, Utah, Vermont, and Washington State._.
White Lodging
Merrillville, IN
As part of White Lodgings legal team, the successful candidate will handle a wide variety of matters arising from the Companys operations, including: Facilitating business objectives by providing timely, strategic, and practical solutions to business teams regarding legal and business risks. The Corporate Counsel will be responsible for anticipating and responding to a variety of legal issues that arise in the business, including but not limited to those relating to commercial contracts, vendor agreements, hotel and restaurant management agreements, employment law, and litigation management.
Discover Financial Services
$230400 - $263000
Riverwoods, IL
The attorney will be responsible for collaborating with various stakeholders on Global Payment Network business and risk teams and other second line of defense teams to identify and assess legal risks and problem solve complex issues. This position will have responsibility for: Providing expert counsel and strategic guidance across a critical spectrum of areas, including: counterparty credit risk, network participant oversight, fraud products, network fraud, high brand risk, and chargebacks and disputes.
Chicago Public Schools
$87000 - $115500
Chicago, IL
Independently review, structure, draft, negotiate and advise on a wide range of contracts and transactions, including general services, technology, data sharing and protection, research, supply, financings, and related procurement documents and solicitations. The Assistant General Counsel will handle contracts and related legal issues and questions of substantial complexity and must have a broad range of knowledge and skill on general legal matters, public procurement laws and risks impacting organizations.
Related
$300000 - $325000
Chicago, Illinois
As a full-service construction firm, LR Contracting works closely with Related Midwest’s project development teams, providing award-winning construction management and general contracting services for medium- to large-scale projects including affordable and market-rate residential, mixed-use, commercial, historic preservation and related infrastructure and site work. The firm’s other market-defining projects include 400 Lake Shore, a pair of luxury rental towers in Streeterville where the Chicago River meets Lake Michigan; One Bennett Park; The Row Fulton Market, one of Chicago’s first “80/20” buildings under Affordable Illinois legislation, with 20% of residences set aside as affordable housing; Lathrop, an ongoing restoration and redevelopment of the historic Julia C.
Stronghouse
$200000 - $250000
Oak Brook, IL
Stronghouse is seeking an experienced and proactive Associate General Counsel ("AGC") to manage all legal matters including compliance with state and local regulations, third-party vendor and partnership agreements, employment and joint-employment matters, employment litigation, and the general legal function of the Company. The Company is a high-growth, private equity-backed consolidator with a strategy to grow both organically and inorganically via completing acquisitions of great operators within strategic markets and entering new markets via greenfield expansion.
ADM
$238000 - $340000
Chicago, IL
In addition, as this is a leadership role within ADM, it requires commitment to integrity, safety, diversity, quality with the following competencies: 1) excellent influencing, communication and presentation skills; 2) business acumen; 3) time management and organization skills and an ability to multitask; and 4) comfort working in matrixed and entrepreneurial environments with an ability to manage through influence and building relationships with key partners across other areas of ADM. We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce and create welcoming, truly inclusive work environments — environments that enable every ADM colleague to feel comfortable on the job, make meaningful contributions to our success, and grow their career.
Invenergy
Chicago, IL
Provide legal support on a variety of commercial transactions from development through construction and operation of Invenergy’s transmission and energy generation projects, including debt and equity financings, joint ventures, acquisitions and dispositions, interconnection agreements, procurement and construction agreements, and operation and maintenance agreements. 5-8+ years of experience at a law firm or as in-house counsel supporting utility scale energy projects preferred, but candidates with general M&A, project finance, or construction and procurement legal experience will also be considered.
Codal
$150000 - $300000
Chicago, IL
Codal is an award-winning web design and development consultancy that helps enterprise organizations solve complex problems and accelerate growth through elegant, data-driven digital solutions. Pay range$150,000—$300,000 USDNote: Codal only communicates with candidates through official @codal.com email addresses.
JPMorgan Chase
$199500 - $275000
Chicago, IL
JPMorganChase, one of the oldest financial institutions, offers innovative financial solutions to millions of consumers, small businesses and many of the world's most prominent corporate, institutional and government clients under the J.P. Our history spans over 200 years and today we are a leader in investment banking, consumer and small business banking, commercial banking, financial transaction processing and asset management.
ADM
$174000 - $324000
Chicago, IL
We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce and create welcoming, truly inclusive work environments — environments that enable every ADM colleague to feel comfortable on the job, make meaningful contributions to our success, and grow their career. With industry-advancing innovations, a complete portfolio of ingredients and solutions to meet any taste, and a commitment to sustainability, we give customers an edge in solving the nutritional challenges of today and tomorrow.
Aon Corporation
$300000 - $350000
Chicago, Illinois
Various other types of leaves of absence; paid sick leave as provided under state and local paid sick leave laws, short-term disability and optional long-term disability, health savings account, health care and dependent care reimbursement accounts, employee and dependent life insurance and supplemental life and AD&D insurance; optional personal insurance policies, adoption assistance, tuition assistance, commuter benefits, and an employee assistance program that includes free counseling sessions. The role will lead a global team of employment lawyers and specialists, working closely with regional and functional law support where necessary, ensuring that Aon’s People Organization supports business objectives, reinforces Aon’s values, and complies with applicable laws and regulations worldwide.
Galapagos
Chicago, IL
We are GALAPAGOS, headquartered in Belgium and growing our executive team in the U.S., with a mission to focus on delivering best-in-class medicines with transformational impact for patients by accelerating life-changing science and innovation in areas of high unmet need, primarily immunology and oncology. Partner with Finance and Business Controllers to oversee the full vendor and financial management cycle—including PR/PO/GR creation, contract onboarding, invoice processing, internal approvals in SAP, expense reporting, and ongoing budget tracking and spend management.
Zebra Technologies
Lincolnshire, IL
Responsible for having in-depth understanding of business goals; structuring deals to meet those goals while adhering to Zebra’s company policies; conceiving and drafting template contracts and policies reflecting agreed-to content and structures; working primarily on the business critical projects, negotiating complex and high value contracts to execution against senior attorneys and management representing counterparties; and counseling on dispute resolution and enforcement of contract claims for and against Zebra. The Senior Counsel, II provides strategic guidance and commercial legal support to the senior management of Zebra, leading complex and high-dollar value business deals with distributors and channel partners in their region or business unit.
Shure
$155500 - $279900
Niles, Illinois
Draft, review, and negotiate a broad range of technology and commercial agreements, including customer/channel contracts, technology licenses, data‑sharing agreements, vendor/SaaS arrangements, AI/ML‑related agreements, terms of use, product‑specific terms, service descriptions, acceptable‑use terms, and user documentation. In this key role, you will handle complex product, commercial, regulatory, and compliance matters; identify and assess legal risks related to new features, data use, AI‑enabled capabilities, and global deployment; and develop pragmatic strategies that enable innovation while protecting the company.
JPMorgan Chase
$183350 - $242000
Chicago, IL
JPMorganChase, one of the oldest financial institutions, offers innovative financial solutions to millions of consumers, small businesses and many of the world's most prominent corporate, institutional and government clients under the J.P. Our history spans over 200 years and today we are a leader in investment banking, consumer and small business banking, commercial banking, financial transaction processing and asset management.
Elevance Health
$187616 - $307008
Chicago, IL
Provide legal advice and counsel to business leadership on a wide range of health law, regulatory, contractual, and operational matters impacting Carelon Services businesses, including behavioral health, medical benefits utilization management, specialty care solutions, and care delivery companies. + Collaborate with internal subject matter experts within Elevance’s larger Legal, Compliance, and Public Affairs functions to provide comprehensive support and clear, consolidated legal advice to the Carelon Services businesses.
ADM
$238000 - $340000
Chicago, IL
Reporting directly to the Senior Vice President, Chief Legal Officer & Secretary, this executive will oversee all aspects of the Company’s litigation and dispute portfolio, lead the enterprise-‑wide litigation practice and serve as a trusted advisor to senior leadership on complex litigation and disputes. We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce and create welcoming, truly inclusive work environments — environments that enable every ADM colleague to feel comfortable on the job, make meaningful contributions to our success, and grow their career.
Bridge33 Capital
Chicago, IL
In this high-impact role, you will manage the full lifecycle of real estate and corporate transactions from structuring and documentation through due diligence, closing, and post-closing matters. We are seeking a COMMERCIAL REAL ESTATE TRANSACTIONS COUNSEL, to serve as a key partner to the General Counsel, the Legal team, and the Transactions team.
Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated
Chicago, IL
You will enjoy an exciting and varied workload across jurisdictions working in close collaboration with the business teams to: review and negotiate contracts with large corporate clients, subcontractors and vendors for JLL’s PDS business line in the Americas. This role will require a detailed knowledge and understanding of the construction and design business and the ability to lead and conclude legal negotiations – whether for an individual project or projects carried out under wider framework agreements or Master Service Agreements (“MSA’s”) with global clients.
JPMorgan Chase
$183350 - $242000
Chicago, IL
As a Business Banking Lending Attorney - Vice President, Assistant General Counsel in the Business Banking Legal team, you will be an integral member of the legal team advising on commercial lending transactions, lending products, collections, deposit account matters, and regulatory issues. JPMorganChase, one of the oldest financial institutions, offers innovative financial solutions to millions of consumers, small businesses and many of the world's most prominent corporate, institutional and government clients under the J.P.
JPMorgan Chase
$199500 - $275000
Chicago, IL
JPMorganChase, one of the oldest financial institutions, offers innovative financial solutions to millions of consumers, small businesses and many of the world's most prominent corporate, institutional and government clients under the J.P. Our history spans over 200 years and today we are a leader in investment banking, consumer and small business banking, commercial banking, financial transaction processing and asset management.
Chicago Public Schools
$187600 - $295194
Chicago, IL
Minimum of fifteen (15) years as a licensed and practicing attorney with experience in one or more of the following: large law firm, government agency, primary-level school district, university, or non-profit organizations responsible for litigation management, administrative law and proceedings, contract drafting and negotiations, real estate transactions, federal and/or state regulations and regulatory compliance or participation in regulatory proceedings. Strong negotiation skills, including the ability to persuade, plan, strategize and cooperate with operational goals in mind; Ability to build effective relationships throughout the Law Department, other Board departments, and with vendors/partners; Poise to interact with, and instill confidence in, a wide variety of individuals, including Board members, executive staff, employees, local and federal government officials, outside counsel and the public.
Brunswick
$129500 - $219000
Mettawa, IL
Provide legal advice and counsel to a range of stakeholders, including senior leadership, using discretion and independent judgment to explain and provide solutions for complex legal, product, and technical matters. _Come explore opportunities within Brunswick, a global marine leader (https://youtube.com/watch?v=ksuQ6B2j_mA) committed to challenging conventions and innovating next-generation technologies that transform experiences on the water and beyond.
The Cigna Group
$152500 - $254100
Chicago, IL
Direct and manage all aspects of a varied commercial litigation portfolio, including investigation, pleadings and discovery through the pre-trial, trial, settlement and appeal processes; + Effectively direct and manage outside counsel; + Work collaboratively within the Legal Department (including Compliance, Government Affairs and Communications colleagues), as well as business stakeholders; + Evaluate financial impact and litigation funding options relevant to litigation disputes; + Provide proactive, solution-oriented advice and counseling to support and protect business goals and objectives in connection with pre-litigation disputes; + Employ highly polished and effective communication, listening, and writing skills, with a focus on interaction with and reporting to senior managers and executive leadership within a global and matrixed organization; and. + Minimum of 7+years of litigation experience at a top firm, with the federal government, and/or in-house, preferably addressing plaintiff-side or affirmative litigation; + Experience representing health insurance or pharmacy benefit management companies is preferred; + Strong people skills; + Financial acumen; + Ability to present complex legal issues to non-lawyers; + Demonstrated good judgment; + Team focus; + Learning agility and intellectual curiosity; and.
The Cigna Group
$152500 - $254100
Chicago, IL
Ensure that compliance and ethics inquiries, and reports of alleged employee misconduct are promptly assessed, responded to, timely and thoroughly investigated, and resolved; + Partner with The Cigna Group’s team of e-discovery and forensic investigators to identify, preserve, and obtain relevant documents and data; + Draft clear, timely reports and communicate findings to legal and business leaders. + In collaboration with partners in Enterprise Compliance and the relevant business segment, conduct root cause analyses and determine whether any remedial or corrective actions may be appropriate, and whether matters and/or findings or conclusions should be disclosed to federal and/or state agencies; + Ensure that appropriate policies and procedures, and training and education programs, are adopted as warranted by findings in internal investigations.
Geosyntec Consultants, Inc.
Chicago, Illinois
Primary responsibility will be to oversee and manage the company’s risk management policies, processes and awareness, which will include ensuring compliance with risk review process, working closely with project teams and regional leadership to evaluate project related risks, develop risk management approaches and approve risky project opportunities; develop training and other resources to increase awareness around the company on risks and risk management approaches to support the Company’s operations and project work; evaluate Company’s operations and identify emerging risks; develop risk management approaches to minimize the Company’s exposure to risks identified; support the Company’s commercial insurance program; and collaborate with other members of the Legal Department and our operating regions regarding the Company’s risk management program. Oversee and participate in the risk management strategy and process adopted by the company; identify and implement adjustments to the risk management strategy and process as needed as the company grows and evolves; Stay abreast of industry trends, risk issues and contracting requirements and case law.
Logistics Property Company, LLC
$175000 - $215000
Chicago, IL
The Senior Associate role offers a competitive base salary ranging from $175,000 to $215,000 annually plus bonus, reflecting the company's good faith estimate based on market data and internal equity. Logistics Property Company, LLC is a real estate operating company and investment manager focused on the acquisition, development, and management of modern logistics properties in key North American markets.
WM
$195000 - $240000
Chicago, IL
WM serves nearly 21 million customers in residential, commercial, industrial and municipal markets throughout North America through a network of collection operations, transfer stations, landfills, recycling facilities and renewable energy projects. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to advise internal clients, including senior leaders, on a broad range of topics and perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
Harper College
Palatine, IL
Advises senior leadership, supports compliance with state and federal regulations, and manages a wide range of legal matters including employment, contracts, student affairs, policy development, and public records requests. This role serves as Harper College’s in-house attorney, providing expert legal guidance and risk management across all areas of institutional operations.