58 legal and compliance jobs are open in Illinois, on employers' own career pages, from 35 employers. 90 percent of these postings list a pay range. The middle half of listed pay runs from $114,161 to $180,500, with a median of $140,577. The places with the most are Chicago, IL (16); Salt Lake City, UT (10); Birmingham, AL (5). 7 percent are fully remote. A typical posting has been open 19 days.
Illinois 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 (55%), Workday (31%), Greenhouse (8%), SmartRecruiters (4%).
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Department of Energy Headquarters, Department of Energy
Golden, CO and 5 more places · Posted Oct 16
Patent Attorney
$89,508 to $197,200 a yearSeen todayNew this weekFederal (USAJOBS)
Specialized experience for this position is defined as meeting 1 of 2 of the following: Sound legal training from an accredited law school and bar membership;…
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CVS Health
Work from home, IL · Posted Oct 16
Managing Senior Counsel, Privacy - Caremark
Seen todayNew this weekRemote
As a Managing Senior Counsel, you will lead the privacy legal and compliance team supporting our CVS Caremark business.
Abbott
Lake Forest, IL · Posted Oct 16
Regulatory Affairs Manager
Seen todayNew this week
This position works out of our Lake Forest, IL location in the Core Lab , Diagnostics Division.
AbbVie
North Chicago, IL · Posted Oct 15
Senior Counsel, U.S. Policy Legal
Seen todayNew this week
Policy Legal, will be responsible for executing comprehensive legal strategies to build and implement federal and state policy initiatives to support access…
AbbVie
North Chicago, IL · Posted Oct 15
Senior Counsel, Oncology
Seen todayNew this week
The role of Senior Counsel, Global Commercial Legal is responsible for developing legal strategy for AbbVie’s Oncology medicines.
Databricks
Chicago, IL and 5 more places · Posted Oct 14
Sr. Counsel, Commercial (Healthcare & Life Sciences)
$219,800 to $302,300 a year86% 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…
Real Chemistry
Boston, MA and 3 more places · Posted Oct 14
Senior Counsel
$160,000 to $180,000 a year21% above the median listed hereSeen todayNew this week
Real Chemistry is looking for a Senior Counsel to join our growing team!
Commodity Futures Trading Commission, Other Agencies and Independent Organizations
Chicago, IL · Posted Oct 14
Attorney Advisor
$125,191 to $272,407 a year41% above the median listed hereSeen todayNew this weekFederal (USAJOBS)
BASIC REQUIREMENT: All applicants must possess the following: J.D.; and Active membership of the bar in good standing in any state, territory of the United…
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 year24% above the median listed hereSeen 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…
RELX
Chicago, IL · Posted Oct 14
Technical Customer Success Manager (Legal - JD Required)
$78,700 to $131,400 a year25% below the median listed hereSeen todayNew this week
This role requires residing in Chicago or its neighboring suburbs.
Baxter
Deerfield, IL · Posted Oct 13
Manager, Regulatory Affairs
$120,000 to $165,000 a yearSeen todayNew this week
This is where your work makes a difference.
Defense Information Systems Agency, Department of Defense
Scott AFB, IL and 1 more place · Posted Oct 12
GENERAL ATTORNEY (CONTRACT)
$91,779 to $197,200 a yearSeen todayNew this weekFederal (USAJOBS)
This position is in the excepted service. It is filled by an alternative hiring process and is not in the competitive civil service.
Immigration and Customs Enforcement, Department of Homeland Security
Salt Lake City, UT and 17 more places · Posted Oct 10
Executive Deputy Principal Legal Advisor
$151,661 to $228,000 a year35% above the median listed hereSeen todayFederal (USAJOBS)
To meet the minimum qualification requirements for this position, you must show that you possess the Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs) and Technical…
Immigration and Customs Enforcement, Department of Homeland Security
Salt Lake City, UT and 17 more places · Posted Oct 10
Deputy Principal Legal Advisor for Legal Operations
$151,661 to $228,000 a year35% above the median listed hereSeen todayFederal (USAJOBS)
The incumbent of this position is one of the senior executive assistants to the Principal Legal Advisor for U.S.
DoorDash USA
Chicago, IL and 2 more places · Posted Oct 9
Sr. Counsel, Insurance Litigation
$214,200 to $315,000 a year88% above the median listed hereSeen today
We’re team players and we’re always looking for ways to grow and excel together.
AbbVie
North Chicago, IL · Posted Oct 9
AGC, Global Commercial Legal - U.S. Market Access and Pricing
Seen today
Market Access and Pricing is responsible for developing legal strategy and support for the Market Access organization, with a substantial focus on payor and…
Executive Office for U.S. Attorneys and the Office of the U.S. Attorneys, Department of Justice
Chicago, IL · Posted Oct 9
Affirmative Civil Enforcement Paralegal Specialist
$56,409 to $108,533 a year41% below the median listed hereSeen todayFederal (USAJOBS)
This position is also being announced to All U.S.
TransUnion
Chicago, IL · Posted Oct 9
Procurement Attorney
Seen today
You will report to the the Managing Counsel of the Legal team.
Medline Industries, LP
Remote · Posted Oct 9
Principal Regulatory Affairs
Seen todayRemote
Responsible for developing regulatory strategies for global approvals that introduce new products to market and maintain existing products.
Capital One
Riverwoods, IL · Posted Oct 8
Senior Manager, Senior Counsel - Network Deals & Products (Discover Global Payment Network)
$182,500 to $208,300 a year39% above the median listed hereSeen today
The Capital One Legal Department is seeking an experienced and collaborative corporate trained deal / product attorney to join our Global Payment Network…
Baxter
Deerfield, IL · Posted Oct 8
Sr Mgr, Regulatory Affairs
$152,000 to $209,000 a year28% above the median listed hereSeen today
This is where your work makes a difference.
Baxter
Deerfield, IL · Posted Oct 8
Sr. Trade and Compliance Analyst (Hybrid)
$76,000 to $104,500 a year36% below the median listed hereSeen today
This is where your work makes a difference.
Publicis Groupe Holdings B.V
Chicago, IL · Posted Oct 7
Senior Counsel
$190,000 to $205,000 a year40% above the median listed hereSeen today
Publicis Re:Sources is seeking a Senior Counsel to provide strategic, hands‑on legal support to its advertising, creative and production agencies.
Commodity Futures Trading Commission, Other Agencies and Independent Organizations
Chicago, IL and 1 more place · Posted Oct 7
Trial Attorney
$135,346 to $272,407 a year45% above the median listed hereSeen todayFederal (USAJOBS)
BASIC REQUIREMENT: All applicants must possess the following: J.D.; and Active membership of the bar in good standing in any state, territory of the United…
Medline Industries, LP
Northfield, IL · Posted Oct 7
Legal Counsel, Securities
Seen today
The anticipated salary range for this position: The actual salary will vary based on applicant’s location, education, experience, skills, and abilities.
Baxter
Round Lake, IL · Posted Oct 7
Principal Specialist, Regulatory Affairs
$104,000 to $143,000 a year12% below the median listed hereSeen today
This is where your work makes a difference.
DoorDash USA
San Francisco, CA and 4 more places · Posted Oct 5
Senior Associate, Finance & Strategy - G&A, Legal
$104,700 to $154,000 a year8% below the median listed hereSeen today
This role will be the primary finance partner to our Legal organization, including Litigation, Legal Operations, Corporate Legal, and Product Legal, and will…
Zebra Technologies
Lincolnshire, IL · Posted Oct 5
Senior Patent Attorney
Seen today
You’ll have opportunities to learn and lead in a forward-thinking environment, defining your path to a fulfilling career while channeling your skills toward…
Travelers
Downers Grove, IL · Posted Oct 2
Claim Counsel - Design Professional Claim
Seen today
The annual base salary range provided for this position is a nationwide market range and represents a broad range of salaries for this role across the country.
Office of the Secretary of Health and Human Services, Department of Health and Human Services
San Francisco, CA and 11 more places · Posted Oct 1
ATTORNEY- ADVISER (GENERAL)
$63,795 to $139,684 a year28% below the median listed hereSeen todayFederal (USAJOBS)
This position is located in the Department of Health and Human Services, headquartered in Washington, District of Columbia.
First American
Chicago, IL · Posted Oct 1
Commercial Underwriting Counsel (Hybrid)
Seen today
This position plays a key role in transforming commercial real estate experience by empowering our employees and customers to deliver next-generation…
U.S. Postal Service, Other Agencies and Independent Organizations
Long Beach, CA and 12 more places · Posted Oct 1
Honor Attorney
$91,330 to $91,330 a year35% below the median listed hereSeen todayFederal (USAJOBS)
The Honor Attorney provides representation and advice to Postal Service officials involving the interpretation of statutes, regulations, contracts, and…
The Hartford
Chicago, IL · Posted Sep 30
Associate Staff Attorney
$84,800 to $127,200 a year25% below the median listed hereSeen todayRemote
Come join an exciting and inclusive work environment where your work matters and we put the customer at the center of all we do.
Securities and Exchange Commission, Other Agencies and Independent Organizations
Los Angeles, CA and 8 more places · Posted Sep 30
Attorney-Adviser
$86,471 to $207,573 a year5% above the median listed hereSeen todayFederal (USAJOBS)
Applicants are responsible for confirming all required materials are submitted by the closing date of the announcement.
Internal Revenue Service, Department of the Treasury
Birmingham, AL and 24 more places · Posted Sep 29
Honors Program Law Clerk (LL.M. Students)
$89,508 to $145,468 a year16% below the median listed hereSeen todayFederal (USAJOBS)
To qualify for this position of Honors Program Law Clerk (LL.M.
Internal Revenue Service, Department of the Treasury
Birmingham, AL and 24 more places · Posted Sep 29
Summer Intern (Legal Administrative Specialist)
$61,722 to $100,315 a year42% below the median listed hereSeen todayEntry levelFederal (USAJOBS)
To qualify for this position of Honors Summer Intern (Legal Administrative Specialist), you must meet the qualification requirements listed below by the…
Immigration and Customs Enforcement, Department of Homeland Security
Salt Lake City, UT and 17 more places · Posted Sep 25
Associate Principal Legal Advisor for Legal Operations
$151,661 to $228,000 a year35% above the median listed hereSeen todayFederal (USAJOBS)
The incumbent of this position is one of two senior executive leaders who report to the Deputy Principal Legal Advisor for Legal Operations, advocate on…
Immigration and Customs Enforcement, Department of Homeland Security
Salt Lake City, UT and 17 more places · Posted Sep 25
Regional Counsel, Northeast
$151,661 to $228,000 a year35% above the median listed hereSeen todayFederal (USAJOBS)
To meet the minimum qualification requirements for this position, you must show that you possess the Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs) and Technical…
The Hartford
Chicago, IL · Posted Sep 23
Associate Staff Attorney Insurance Defense
$84,800 to $127,200 a year25% below the median listed hereSeen todayRemote
Come join an exciting and inclusive work environment where your work matters and we put the customer at the center of all we do!
Medline Industries, LP
Northfield, IL · Posted Sep 23
Legal Counsel, Labor & Employment
Seen today
As Employment Counsel, you’ll partner with Human Resources and business leaders on the decisions that shape the employee experience.
First American
Chicago, IL · Posted Sep 17
Sr. Commercial Underwriting Counsel - Hybrid Preferred/Remote USA Considered
Seen todayRemote
This position plays a key role in transforming commercial real estate experience by empowering our employees and customers to deliver next-generation…
Wolters Kluwer Health, LLC.
Riverwoods, IL · Posted Sep 17
Technical Writer – Legal & Tax Analysis - Hybrid: Chicago, IL
Seen today
You will join a team that supports products relied upon by financial institutions, banks, brokerage firms, investment management organizations, and legal…
Wheels
Schaumburg, IL · Posted Sep 16
Compliance Specialist I
$37,500 to $52,500 a year68% below the median listed hereSeen today
The Compliance Services Specialist I is responsible for management of various transactional process managed by the Compliance services team.
Medline Industries, LP
Northfield, IL · Posted Sep 10
Product Support Regulatory Affairs Specialist
Seen today
Requires a thorough understanding of several areas of the business that consistently leads to making decisions that have material financial implications.
Offices, Boards and Divisions, Department of Justice
Birmingham, AL and 24 more places · Posted Sep 2
Civil Division Attorney - Location Negotiable
$85,447 to $197,200 a yearSeen todayOpen 47 daysFederal (USAJOBS)
Trial Period Statement As a condition of employment for accepting this position in accordance with section 11.5 of Executive Order 14284, you will be required…
Office of General Counsel, General Services Administration
San Francisco, CA and 8 more places · Posted Aug 31
General Attorney
$108,173 to $172,980 a yearSeen todayOpen 48 daysFederal (USAJOBS)
As a General Attorney, you will serve as an Ethics attorney in the Office of the General Counsel (OGC).
Travelers
Chicago, IL · Posted Aug 28
Counsel, Claim
Seen todayOpen 52 days
The annual base salary range provided for this position is a nationwide market range and represents a broad range of salaries for this role across the country.
Federal Trade Commission, Other Agencies and Independent Organizations
Salt Lake City, UT and 17 more places · Posted Aug 21
General Attorney(TR) (BCP) (Special Initiative)
$102,415 to $197,200 a year7% above the median listed hereSeen todayOpen 59 daysFederal (USAJOBS)
The Bureau of Consumer Protection investigates and litigates civil actions to enforce federal consumer protection laws.
Databricks
Bellevue, WA and 4 more places · Posted Aug 17
Sr. Counsel, Corporate
$197,800 to $272,050 a year67% above the median listed hereSeen todayOpen 62 days
Databricks is looking for a talented and experienced Senior Corporate Counsel to join our expanding Legal team.
Commodity Futures Trading Commission, Other Agencies and Independent Organizations
Chicago, IL and 1 more place · Posted Aug 6
Student Volunteer (General Legal)
Seen todayOpen 74 daysFederal (USAJOBS)
Unpaid internships with CFTC are offered year-round and can last from 12 weeks to 12 months.
Legal and compliance jobs by place in Illinois
| Place | Open jobs |
|---|---|
| Chicago, IL | 16 |
| Salt Lake City, UT | 10 |
| Birmingham, AL | 5 |
| Los Angeles, CA | 4 |
| San Francisco, CA | 4 |
| Deerfield, IL | 3 |
| North Chicago, IL | 3 |
| Northfield, IL | 3 |
| Phoenix, AZ | 3 |
| Bellevue, WA | 2 |
| Riverwoods, IL | 2 |
| Scott AFB, IL | 2 |
| Boston, MA | 1 |
| Downers Grove, IL | 1 |
| Fairview Heights, IL | 1 |
Who is hiring legal and compliance in Illinois
| Employer | Open jobs |
|---|---|
| Baxter | 4 |
| Immigration and Customs Enforcement, Department of Homeland Security | 4 |
| Medline Industries, LP | 4 |
| AbbVie | 3 |
| Commodity Futures Trading Commission, Other Agencies and Independent Organizations | 3 |
| Databricks | 3 |
| Offices, Boards and Divisions, Department of Justice | 3 |
| DoorDash USA | 2 |
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 Illinois?
58 on Oct 18, 2026, from 35 employers, read from employers' own career pages. The number changes as employers post and close roles.
Where in Illinois are most legal and compliance jobs?
Chicago, IL (16); Salt Lake City, UT (10); Birmingham, AL (5).
Do legal and compliance jobs in Illinois pay more than the US?
The median listed pay here is $140,577; 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 Illinois require pay ranges in postings?
Yes, for many employers, those with 15 or more employees (in force 2025-01-01). Source: IDOL.
How much do legal and compliance jobs in Illinois pay?
90 percent of postings list a pay range. The median listed pay is $140,577 and the middle half runs from $114,161 to $180,500. A listed range is the employer's budget for the role, not an offer. Illinois requires employers to list a range in many postings.
Which employers are hiring legal and compliance in Illinois?
The employers with the most openings are Baxter (4), Immigration and Customs Enforcement, Department of Homeland Security (4), Medline Industries, LP (4). The full list is above.
How long do these postings stay open?
A typical posting has been open 19 days, and 20 percent have been open more than 60 days. An old posting is not always a closed one.
How do I apply?
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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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