111 legal and compliance jobs are open in New York, NY, on employers' own career pages, from 45 employers. The three employers with the most openings are City of New York, Anthropic and Brex, with 37 of the 111. 66 percent of these postings list a pay range. The middle half of listed pay runs from $140,577 to $261,050, with a median of $189,831. 8 percent are fully remote. A typical posting has been open 21 days.
New York 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 Greenhouse (32%), USAJOBS (24%), SmartRecruiters (19%), Workday (16%).
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City of New York
New York City, NY · Posted Oct 17
Senior Staff Counsel
Seen todayNew this week
The General Counsel Division is seeking an experienced attorney with a strong sense of justice and bold and creative ideas on how to utilize our authority to…
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Etsy
Brooklyn, NY · Posted Oct 16
Counsel, Marketing & Commercial
Seen todayNew this weekRemote
As an Etsy employee, you will tackle unique, meaningful, and large-scale problems alongside passionate coworkers, all the while making a rewarding impact and…
Fiserv
Posted Oct 16
Managing Counsel, Privacy
Seen todayNew this week
As Privacy Counsel, you will support Fiserv’s Embedded Finance business by advising on privacy-by-design, responsible data use, and scalable compliance across…
Travelers
New York City, NY · Posted Oct 16
Liability Trial Attorney
Seen todayNew this week
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.
The Hartford
Remote · Posted Oct 16
Sr Staff Attorney
$132,400 to $198,600 a year13% below the median listed hereSeen todayNew this weekRemote
This position is an ideal fit for an attorney with at least seven (7) to ten (10) years litigation experience handling motor-vehicle accidents, premises…
City of New York
New York City, NY · Posted Oct 15
General Counsel
Seen todayNew this week
The General Counsel also serves as the Administrative Justice Coordinator, responsible for overseeing the agency’s City administrative matters, case matters,…
Databricks
Chicago, IL and 5 more places · Posted Oct 14
Sr. Counsel, Commercial (Healthcare & Life Sciences)
$219,800 to $302,300 a year38% 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…
Commodity Futures Trading Commission, Other Agencies and Independent Organizations
Chicago, IL · Posted Oct 14
Attorney Advisor
$125,191 to $272,407 a year5% 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 year8% below 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…
City of New York
New York City, NY · Posted Oct 14
Agency Attorney
Seen todayNew this week
By expanding access to education and gainful employment opportunities, healthcare, family supports, and civic engagement, DOP empowers New Yorkers under their…
City of New York
Posted Oct 14
Parking Attorney Interne
Seen todayNew this week
NYC Department of Finance (DOF) is responsible for administering the tax revenue laws of the city fairly, efficiently, and transparently to instill public…
City of New York
New York City, NY · Posted Oct 14
Agency Attorney Lvl 1
Seen todayNew this week
The New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA) is the nation’s largest public housing authority, with an operating budget of $3.3 billion and over 11,000…
City of New York
New York City, NY · Posted Oct 14
Associate General Counsel
Seen todayNew this weekEntry level
The NYC Department of Consumer and Worker Protection (DCWP) protects and enhances the daily economic lives of New Yorkers to create thriving communities.
City of New York
New York City, NY · Posted Oct 14
Legal Recruitment and Retention Coordinator
Seen todayNew this weekEntry level
The Bronx District Attorney’s Office is seeking well-qualified staff members with diverse backgrounds that reflect the ability to serve the over 1.4 million…
The Hartford
Remote · Posted Oct 12
Senior Staff Attorney
$132,400 to $198,600 a year13% below the median listed hereSeen todayNew this weekRemote
This position is an ideal fit for an experienced Attorney with meaningful litigation experience in Premises Liability as well as Commercial and Personal Motor…
City of New York
New York City, NY · Posted Oct 10
Paralegal Supervisor
Seen today
Under general direction, with wide latitude for independent initiative and judgment, the prospective candidate will be responsible for the following:
City of New York
Queens, NY · Posted Oct 10
Labor Relations Attorney III
Seen today
The DOC is responsible for maintaining a safe and secure environment for our employees, visitors, volunteers, and people in our custody.
City of New York
New York City, NY · Posted Oct 10
Assistant Corporation Counsel/Senior Counsel - Affirmative Litigation
$87,737 to $122,300 a year45% below the median listed hereSeen today
The New York City Law Department is accepting applications from admitted attorneys for the position of Senior Counsel in the Affirmative Litigation Division.
City of New York
New York City, NY · Posted Oct 10
District Attorney Liaison
The Administration for Children’s Services (ACS) protects and promotes the safety and well-being of children and families through child welfare and juvenile…
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 yearSeen 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 yearSeen todayFederal (USAJOBS)
The incumbent of this position is one of the senior executive assistants to the Principal Legal Advisor for U.S.
Chime Financial, Inc
San Francisco, CA · Posted Oct 9
Commercial Counsel
$152,000 to $210,000 a year5% below the median listed hereSeen today
We are hiring a Commercial Counsel for our legal team.
City of New York
New York City, NY · Posted Oct 9
AGENCY ATTORNEY, I
Seen today
The mission of the New York City Police Department is to enhance the quality of life in New York City by working in partnership with the community to enforce…
City of New York
Posted Oct 9
Attorney - COUNSEL’S OFFICE
Seen today
OMB's staff of analysts and experts assembles and oversees the Mayor’s expense and capital budgets, which fund the services and activities of approximately 90…
City of New York
New York City, NY · Posted Oct 9
Executive Agency Counsel
Seen today
The Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD) oversees housing standards across all 3.7 million homes in New York City.
Offices, Boards and Divisions, Department of Justice
Posted Oct 9
Paralegal Specialist
$72,737 to $137,128 a year45% below the median listed hereSeen todayFederal (USAJOBS)
This position is located in the Civil Division, Commercial Litigation Branch, International Trade Field Office in New York, NY.
Barnes
Posted Oct 8
Counsel – Drug, Device and Consumer Products
$300,000 to $475,000 a year104% above the median listed hereSeen today
Barnes & Thornburg is seeking an experienced litigation Counsel with substantive experience in drug, medical device, consumer product and/or related product…
City of New York
New York City, NY · Posted Oct 8
Disability Rights Attorney
Seen today
This position requires strong knowledge of Title VII of the Civil Rights Law of 1964, the Americans with Disabilities Act, and New York State and City Human…
City of New York
Posted Oct 8
Tax Counsel
Seen today
NYC Department of Finance (DOF) is responsible for administering the tax revenue laws of the city fairly, efficiently, and transparently to instill public…
City of New York
Posted Oct 8
Assistant General Counsel
Seen todayEntry level
The selected candidate will have the opportunity to practice and learn both criminal and civil law, including a diverse array of employment, contracts,…
City of New York
Posted Oct 8
Assistant Chief Integrity & Standards Officer (ATTORNEY)
Seen today
The ISO serves as OCME’s independent investigative and accountability body, responsible for identifying, investigating and addressing fraud, waste, abuse,…
Publicis Groupe Holdings B.V
Posted Oct 8
Counsel
Seen today
If so, Re:Sources is looking for someone like you to join its legal team in New York to provide sound legal advice to internal agencies and business units…
Securities and Exchange Commission, Other Agencies and Independent Organizations
Philadelphia, PA · Posted Oct 8
Attorney - Rulemakings and Releases Legal Review
$168,396 to $292,300 a year21% above the median listed hereSeen todayFederal (USAJOBS)
The Division of Trading and Markets (TM), Legal Review Office is seeking an Attorney-Adviser (Attorney - Rulemakings and Releases Legal Review).
Securities and Exchange Commission, Other Agencies and Independent Organizations
Los Angeles, CA and 4 more places · Posted Oct 8
Market Abuse Unit Attorney
$128,419 to $283,417 a year8% above the median listed hereSeen todayFederal (USAJOBS)
The Division of Enforcement, Market Abuse Unit (MAU) is seeking a General Attorney(Market Abuse Unit Attorney).
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 year7% 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…
Roku
Posted Oct 7
Assistant General Counsel, Legal & Business Affairs - Ad Tech & Media Transactions
Seen todayEntry level
From your first day at Roku, you'll make a valuable - and valued - contribution. We're a fast-growing public company where no one is a bystander.
Roku
Posted Oct 7
Senior Counsel, Legal & Business Affairs - Ad Tech & Media Transactions
Seen today
From your first day at Roku, you'll make a valuable - and valued - contribution. We're a fast-growing public company where no one is a bystander.
City of New York
New York City, NY · Posted Oct 7
Intake Counsel
Seen today
The Office of Civil Rights Enforcement (OCRE) is seeking an experienced attorney to serve as Intake Counsel to Infoline, the agency’s call center.
City of New York
New York City, NY · Posted Oct 7
Staff Counsel
Seen today
DCWP is seeking an experienced attorney to serve as Staff Counsel in the General Counsel Division, to enforce laws that protect NYC consumers and promote the…
City of New York
New York City, NY · Posted Oct 7
Attorney of Legal Support Unit for the Division of Tenant & Owner Resources
Seen today
The Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD) oversees housing standards across all 3.7 million homes in New York City.
Intercontinental Exchange Holdings, Inc.
Posted Oct 7
Manager, Enforcement Counsel
$240,000 to $260,000 a year32% above the median listed hereSeen today
The New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) is seeking an experienced attorney to join NYSE Regulation’s Enforcement team.
Modal
Posted Oct 5
Legal Operations Lead
$160,000 to $210,000 a yearSeen today
We're looking for a Legal Operations Lead to join us as the first dedicated legal operations hire at Modal.
Modal
Posted Oct 5
Senior Commercial Counsel
$250,000 to $300,000 a year45% above the median listed hereSeen today
We're looking for a Senior Commercial Counsel to join us as the first commercial lawyer at Modal.
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 year32% 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…
PayPal
New York City, NY · Posted Oct 5
Legal Counsel, Commercial
Seen today
PayPal has been revolutionizing commerce globally for more than 25 years.
Thomson Reuters
Remote · Posted Oct 5
Senior Specialist Legal Editor, Practical Law Real Estate
Seen todayRemote
We are seeking an experienced real estate finance lawyer to join the Practical Law Real Estate team in the US.
Wolters Kluwer Health, LLC.
New York City, NY · Posted Oct 2
Senior Legal Counsel
Seen today
The role will collaborate with business and legal leaders to reach decisions that support the organization’s objectives.
Thomson Reuters
Remote · Posted Oct 2
Senior Specialist Legal Editor, Capital Markets & Corporate Governance (Startups)
Seen todayRemote
We are seeking an experienced capital markets lawyer with significant experience advising startups to join Practical Law’s Capital Markets & Corporate…
Axon
Posted Oct 1
Commercial Counsel, Sales
$135,000 to $194,000 a year13% below the median listed hereSeen today
We connect with candor and care, seeking out diverse perspectives from our customers, communities and each other.
Axon
Posted Oct 1
Corporate Commercial Counsel, EMEA
$179,375 to $217,000 a yearSeen today
We connect with candor and care, seeking out diverse perspectives from our customers, communities and each other.
Who is hiring legal and compliance in New York, NY
| Employer | Open jobs | Typical posted pay |
|---|---|---|
| City of New York | 21 | |
| Anthropic | 10 | $300,000 |
| Brex | 6 | $245,000 |
| PayPal | 5 | |
| Immigration and Customs Enforcement, Department of Homeland Security | 4 | |
| Offices, Boards and Divisions, Department of Justice | 4 | |
| Commodity Futures Trading Commission, Other Agencies and Independent Organizations | 3 | |
| Databricks | 3 |
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 New York, NY?
111 on Oct 18, 2026, from 45 employers, read from employers' own career pages. The number changes as employers post and close roles.
How much do legal and compliance jobs in New York, NY pay?
66 percent of postings list a pay range. The median listed pay is $189,831 and the middle half runs from $140,577 to $261,050. A listed range is the employer's budget for the role, not an offer. New York requires employers to list a range in many postings.
Which employers are hiring legal and compliance in New York, NY?
The employers with the most openings are City of New York (21), Anthropic (10), Brex (6). The full list is above.
How long do these postings stay open?
A typical posting has been open 21 days, and 19 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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