153 legal and compliance jobs are open in California, on employers' own career pages, from 67 employers. 90 percent of these postings list a pay range. The middle half of listed pay runs from $137,118 to $245,000, with a median of $167,500. The places with the most are San Francisco, CA (45); Los Angeles, CA (17); Salt Lake City, UT (10). 11 percent are fully remote. A typical posting has been open 23 days.
California requires employers to list a pay range in many postings, so the pay figures here come from the employers' own ranges.
Applications here go through USAJOBS (31%), Greenhouse (29%), Workday (28%), iCIMS (5%).
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Convoso
Woodland Hills, CA · Posted Oct 16
Head of Compliance & Legal Counsel
$175,000 to $210,000 a year15% above the median listed hereSeen todayNew this week
Convoso is looking for people who are excited about technology and innovation.
Vectra
San Jose, CA · Posted Oct 16
Logistics Trade Compliance Specialist
$76,800 to $103,900 a year46% below the median listed hereSeen todayNew this week
The Vectra AI Platform delivers integrated signal across public cloud, SaaS, identity, and data center networks in a single platform.
PlayStation Global
San Mateo, CA · Posted Oct 15
Senior Corporate Counsel, Global Regulatory & Litigation
$226,200 to $339,200 a year69% above the median listed hereSeen todayNew this week
This role requires sound judgment, initiative, and the ability to coordinate fast-moving, cross-functional matters across jurisdictions while determining when…
Pinterest
San Francisco, CA · Posted Oct 15
Sr. Lead Counsel, Labor & Employment
$178,255 to $366,996 a year63% above the median listed hereSeen todayNew this weekRemote
The position will serve as a trusted legal partner to the People Team and business leaders across Pinterest, helping navigate matters ranging from recruiting…
LinkedIn
Sunnyvale, CA · Posted Oct 15
Finance Risk & Compliance Manager
$116,000 to $190,000 a year9% below the median listed hereSeen todayNew this week
This role will be based in San Francisco or Sunnyvale.
Green Dot Corporation
Los Angeles, CA and 1 more place · Posted Oct 15
Sr. Director, Legal Counsel
$183,000 to $274,500 a year37% above the median listed hereSeen todayNew this week
We’re looking for talented professionals to join us in bringing smart money management and payment solutions to everyone’s fingertips.
Veterans Benefits Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs
Oakland, CA and 1 more place · Posted Oct 14
Legal Administrative Specialist (Contact Representative)
$77,643 to $110,456 a year44% below the median listed hereSeen todayNew this weekFederal (USAJOBS)
To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement: 10/23/2026.
Databricks
Chicago, IL and 5 more places · Posted Oct 14
Sr. Counsel, Commercial (Healthcare & Life Sciences)
$219,800 to $302,300 a year56% above the median listed hereSeen todayNew this week
Databricks is looking for an experienced commercial attorney to join our Commercial Legal team, with a primary focus on supporting our Healthcare and Life…
Executive Office for U.S. Attorneys and the Office of the U.S. Attorneys, Department of Justice
Fresno, CA and 1 more place · Posted Oct 14
Assistant United States Attorney (Asset Recovery)
$77,135 to $197,100 a year18% below the median listed hereSeen todayNew this weekEntry levelFederal (USAJOBS)
The Eastern District of California is seeking attorneys to serve as Assistant U.S.
PlayStation Global
San Mateo, CA · Posted Oct 14
Senior Corporate Counsel, Legal - Global Sales and Business Operations & LATAM
$246,700 to $370,100 a year84% above the median listed hereSeen todayNew this week
This role will report directly to the Senior Director for Global Marketing Sales and Business Operations, Legal and will work closely with our San Mateo, CA…
Immigration and Customs Enforcement, Department of Homeland Security
Birmingham, AL and 28 more places · Posted Oct 14
General Attorney
$63,795 to $139,684 a year39% below the median listed hereSeen todayNew this weekFederal (USAJOBS)
Launch a prestigious career as an Attorney with ICE's Office of the Principal Legal Advisor (OPLA)!
Bureau of Prisons/Federal Prison System, Department of Justice
Stockton, CA and 21 more places · Posted Oct 14
Supervisory Attorney (EEOC)
$150,359 to $197,200 a yearSeen todayNew this weekFederal (USAJOBS)
Corrections professionals who foster a humane and secure environment and ensure public safety by preparing individuals for successful reentry into our…
The Hartford
Brea, CA · Posted Oct 13
Senior Staff Attorney, Insurance Defense
$132,400 to $198,600 a yearSeen todayNew this weekRemote
In this role, you’ll handle a variety of auto and general liability matters from early case assessment through trial, partnering closely with Claims and…
Naval Air Systems Command, Department of the Navy
Point Mugu, CA · Posted Oct 13
PARALEGAL SPECIALIST
$47,490 to $103,006 a year55% below the median listed hereSeen todayNew this weekFederal (USAJOBS)
You will serve as a Paralegal Specialist in the OGC GROUP of NAVAIRWARCENWPNDIV POINT MUGU.
The Hartford
Brea, CA · Posted Oct 13
Staff or Senior Staff Attorney , Workers' Compensation
$128,000 to $192,000 a yearSeen todayNew this week
Come join an exciting and inclusive work environment where your work matters and we put the customer at the center of all we do.
Bristol Myers Squibb
San Diego, CA · Posted Oct 12
Senior Patent Counsel/ Patent Agent, Innovation Law
$257,030 to $311,462 a year70% above the median listed hereSeen todayNew this week
Position Summary: Bristol Myers Squibb (BMS) is seeking an experienced patent attorney or agent to join our headquarters in Princeton, New Jersey, or one of…
Legal and compliance jobs by place in California
| Place | Open jobs |
|---|---|
| San Francisco, CA | 45 |
| Los Angeles, CA | 17 |
| Salt Lake City, UT | 10 |
| San Diego, CA | 8 |
| San Jose, CA | 8 |
| Brea, CA | 7 |
| Birmingham, AL | 6 |
| Fresno, CA | 6 |
| San Mateo, CA | 6 |
| Unavailable, CA | 6 |
| Glendale, CA | 5 |
| Santa Ana, CA | 5 |
| Atlanta, GA | 3 |
| Long Beach, CA | 3 |
| Menlo Park, CA | 3 |
and 13 more places with fewer jobs.
Who is hiring legal and compliance in California
| Employer | Open jobs | Typical posted pay |
|---|---|---|
| Anthropic | 16 | $307,500 |
| Travelers | 10 | |
| Brex | 6 | $245,000 |
| PayPal | 6 | |
| PlayStation Global | 6 | $282,700 |
| Immigration and Customs Enforcement, Department of Homeland Security | 5 | $189,831 |
| Mercury Insurance | 5 | |
| Snowflake | 5 | $185,250 |
Counts are open postings on each employer's own career page. Staffing firms and job boards are left out.
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How many legal and compliance jobs are open in California?
153 on Oct 18, 2026, from 67 employers, read from employers' own career pages. The number changes as employers post and close roles.
Where in California are most legal and compliance jobs?
San Francisco, CA (45); Los Angeles, CA (17); Salt Lake City, UT (10).
Do legal and compliance jobs in California pay more than the US?
The median listed pay here is $167,500; across the US it is $149,808. Both come from postings that state pay, and a listed range is the employer's budget, not an offer.
Does California require pay ranges in postings?
Yes, for many employers, those with 15 or more employees (in force 2023-01-01 (SB 642 amended 2026)). Source: Labor Code 432.3.
How much do legal and compliance jobs in California pay?
90 percent of postings list a pay range. The median listed pay is $167,500 and the middle half runs from $137,118 to $245,000. A listed range is the employer's budget for the role, not an offer. California requires employers to list a range in many postings.
Which employers are hiring legal and compliance in California?
The employers with the most openings are Anthropic (16), Travelers (10), Brex (6). The full list is above.
How long do these postings stay open?
A typical posting has been open 23 days, and 20 percent have been open more than 60 days. An old posting is not always a closed one.
How do I apply?
Each job links to the employer's own application page. Open the posting, read the requirements and apply there. If you want a score for how well your resume matches a job, create a free Second Summit account and we score it with the reasons.
Where does this list come from?
We read employers' own career pages and USAJOBS. We do not list jobs from job boards or search services, and we do not estimate pay.
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