38 legal and compliance jobs are open in Pennsylvania, on employers' own career pages, from 29 employers. 66 percent of these postings list a pay range. The middle half of listed pay runs from $101,740 to $148,731, with a median of $136,924. The places with the most are Philadelphia, PA (13); Harrisburg, PA (4); Pittsburgh, PA (4). 9 percent are fully remote. A typical posting has been open 19 days.
Applications here go through USAJOBS (48%), Workday (41%), Greenhouse (7%), SmartRecruiters (5%).
Open legal and compliance jobs
Defense Logistics Agency, Department of Defense
Philadelphia, PA · Posted Oct 16
Attorney-Adviser (Contract)
$117,284 to $180,178 a year9% above the median listed hereSeen todayNew this weekFederal (USAJOBS)
To Qualify at the GS-14 Level: You must possess professional legal experience in excess of 3 years commensurate with the duties and responsibilities of the…
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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 year5% above the median listed hereSeen 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;…
GSK
Philadelphia, PA · Posted Oct 15
Senior Counsel, US Litigation
Seen todayNew this weekRemote
The role also requires in depth knowledge of legal issues related to AI and e-discovery, where the selected candidate will be part of a team focused on…
Vanguard
Malvern, PA · Posted Oct 15
Compliance Director, Sales & Client Engagement
Seen todayNew this week
We are seeking a Compliance Director, Sales & Client Engagement to provide strategic compliance guidance across Vanguard’s Financial Advisor Services (FAS)…
AccuWeather Careers
State College, PA · Posted Oct 14
General Counsel
Seen todayNew this week
The General Counsel leads AccuWeather's Legal Services team and serves as chief legal advisor to the CEO and business leaders across a global B2C digital…
City of Philadelphia
Philadelphia, PA · Posted Oct 14
Legal Assistant – Real Estate and Development Unit
$45,478 to $62,371 a year61% below the median listed hereSeen todayNew this weekEntry level
The Real Estate & Development Unit is currently seeking to fill a Legal Assistant position.
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 year27% 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…
Travelers
Blue Bell, PA · Posted Oct 14
Sr Counsel, Claim
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.
Social Security Administration, Other Agencies and Independent Organizations
Tallahassee, FL and 9 more places · Posted Oct 12
General Attorney (Fraud)
$106,437 to $163,514 a yearSeen todayNew this weekFederal (USAJOBS)
Holding an ACTIVE bar membership is a continuing requirement of the position.
Five Below
Philadelphia, PA · Posted Oct 9
Director of Legal Operations and Innovation
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Five Below is seeking a Director of Legal Operations and Innovation to define the strategy, operating model, technology, and business management…
Alcoa
Pittsburgh, PA · Posted Oct 9
Litigation Counsel
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We're seeking a talented attorney to help manage Alcoa's U.S.
Office of Personnel Management, Other Agencies and Independent Organizations
Lakewood, CO and 5 more places · Posted Oct 8
Trial Attorney
$74,678 to $197,200 a yearSeen todayFederal (USAJOBS)
As an attorney in OGC, you will provide legal advice and representation to OPM leaders on a wide variety of issues relating to both the internal work of OPM,…
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 year68% 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 year50% above the median listed hereSeen todayFederal (USAJOBS)
The Division of Enforcement, Market Abuse Unit (MAU) is seeking a General Attorney(Market Abuse Unit Attorney).
Executive Office for U.S. Attorneys and the Office of the U.S. Attorneys, Department of Justice
Harrisburg, PA and 1 more place · Posted Oct 6
Legal Administrative Specialist
$40,736 to $81,868 a year55% below the median listed hereSeen todayFederal (USAJOBS)
OR Education: One full year of graduate education leading to a degree in a related field (e.g., Criminal Justice, Law, Information Technology); OR a Master's…
Vanguard
Malvern, PA · Posted Oct 6
Capital Markets Senior Counsel
Seen today
The Global Fixed Income Legal team is seeking an experienced securities lawyer to serve as a primary legal advisor to our Fixed Income research, trading, and…
Five Below
Philadelphia, PA · Posted Oct 6
Sr. Counsel
Seen today
Five Below is seeking a Regulatory and Compliance Attorney to build, implement, and oversee a comprehensive regulatory compliance program for one of the…
Crown Holdings
Yardley, PA · Posted Oct 1
Governance, Risk and Compliance Analyst
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We are seeking a Global Information Security GRC Analyst - Third Party Risk to support the execution and continuous improvement of Crown’s cybersecurity…
The Hartford
Philadelphia, PA · Posted Oct 1
Paralegal Insurance Defense
$63,200 to $94,800 a year42% below the median listed hereSeen todayRemote
We are seeking a REMOTE Paralegal to provide support for 9 Tort Attorneys in our Pennsylvania Staff Legal offices.
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 year26% 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.
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 year33% 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…
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 year7% above the median listed hereSeen todayFederal (USAJOBS)
Applicants are responsible for confirming all required materials are submitted by the closing date of the announcement.
First American
Berwyn, PA · Posted Sep 30
Title Insurance Claims Counsel (Hybrid)
Seen today
They are passionate about what they do, and we are equally passionate about fostering an environment where all feel welcome, supported, and empowered to be…
Jefferson Health
Philadelphia, PA · Posted Sep 29
Director Legal-Hospital, Health Systems Experience Strongly Preferred
Seen today
The attorney works closely with clinical, operational, compliance, risk management, audit, medical staff, and other business partners to translate complex…
Cigna
Philadelphia, PA · Posted Sep 28
Director, Legal Financial Operations
Seen todayRemote
We are seeking a strategic financial leader to help design and mature the financial operating model for our Legal organization.
Parsons Corporation
Cranberry Township, PA · Posted Sep 28
Vehicle Inspection Station Compliance Officer
Seen today
Parsons is seeking candidates for a Vehicle Inspection Station Compliance Officer (Inspector/Auditor) role with the Pennsylvania Emissions Team to support our…
FMC Corporation
Philadelphia, PA · Posted Sep 25
Senior Counsel – EHS & Litigation
Seen today
We’re looking for bold thinkers and collaborative doers.
Executive Office for U.S. Attorneys and the Office of the U.S. Attorneys, Department of Justice
Pittsburgh, PA · Posted Sep 21
Paralegal Specialist (Appellate)
$63,815 to $100,380 a year40% below the median listed hereSeen todayFederal (USAJOBS)
This position is also being announced to All U.S.
Vanguard
Malvern, PA · Posted Sep 4
Registered Funds Senior Counsel
Seen today
In this role, you will provide the organization with legal advice and representation on matters related to the Investment Company Act of 1940.
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).
Fanatics Commerce
Atlanta, GA and 5 more places · Posted Aug 27
Corporate Counsel
$190,000 to $230,000 a year53% above the median listed hereSeen todayOpen 52 days
Fanatics is seeking an attorney to assume the role of IP Counsel.
Devon Energy
Pittsburgh, PA · Posted Aug 3
Regulatory Compliance Analyst
Seen todayOpen 77 days
The role collaborates with asset teams, internal departments, and regulatory agencies to gather, validate, organize, and analyze data required for regulatory…
City of Philadelphia
Philadelphia, PA · Posted Jul 28
Senior Attorney - Civil Rights Unit
$121,875 to $147,534 a yearSeen todayOpen 83 days
This position is in a high-volume litigation practice which often involves complex settlement negotiations. It is a demanding but rewarding position.
Nasdaq
Philadelphia, PA · Posted Jul 20
Senior Regulatory Compliance Analyst
Seen todayOpen 91 days
As a Senior Regulatory Compliance Analyst reporting to the AVP - Regulatory Compliance , you'll play a critical role in monitoring market activity, ensuring…
First American
Berwyn, PA · Posted May 29
Senior Claims Counsel – Title Insurance (Remote)
Seen todayOpen 143 daysRemote
Senior Claims Counsel are responsible for managing all aspects of title insurance and escrow claims and claims against the company from initial investigation,…
Offices, Boards and Divisions, Department of Justice
Phoenix, AZ and 16 more places · Posted May 8
Trial Attorney (Health Care Fraud) Open Continuous
$125,776 to $197,200 a year18% above the median listed hereSeen todayOpen 164 daysFederal (USAJOBS)
Applications will not be accepted through USA Jobs. This announcement will be open until positions are filled.
Gap International
Springfield, PA · Posted Dec 16
Performance Consultant & Legal Specialist
Seen todayOpen 306 days
We are seeking a skilled professional excited to grow as a transformational consultant while also contributing as a key member of our legal and contracts team.
Executive Office for U.S. Attorneys and the Office of the U.S. Attorneys, Department of Justice
Allentown, PA and 1 more place · Posted Oct 22
Assistant United States Attorney (Criminal)
$90,000 to $197,100 a year5% above the median listed hereSeen todayOpen 362 daysEntry levelFederal (USAJOBS)
The United States Attorney's Office for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania is seeking federal prosecutors to join one of the largest and most prestigious…
Legal and compliance jobs by place in Pennsylvania
| Place | Open jobs |
|---|---|
| Philadelphia, PA | 13 |
| Harrisburg, PA | 4 |
| Pittsburgh, PA | 4 |
| Malvern, PA | 3 |
| San Francisco, CA | 3 |
| Berwyn, PA | 2 |
| Los Angeles, CA | 2 |
| Allentown, PA | 1 |
| Atlanta, GA | 1 |
| Blue Bell, PA | 1 |
| Cranberry Township, PA | 1 |
| Golden, CO | 1 |
| Lakewood, CO | 1 |
| Long Beach, CA | 1 |
| Phoenix, AZ | 1 |
Who is hiring legal and compliance in Pennsylvania
| Employer | Open jobs |
|---|---|
| Executive Office for U.S. Attorneys and the Office of the U.S. Attorneys, Department of Justice | 3 |
| Securities and Exchange Commission, Other Agencies and Independent Organizations | 3 |
| Vanguard | 3 |
| City of Philadelphia | 2 |
| First American | 2 |
| Five Below | 2 |
| AccuWeather Careers | 1 |
| Alcoa | 1 |
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 Pennsylvania?
38 on Oct 18, 2026, from 29 employers, read from employers' own career pages. The number changes as employers post and close roles.
Where in Pennsylvania are most legal and compliance jobs?
Philadelphia, PA (13); Harrisburg, PA (4); Pittsburgh, PA (4).
Do legal and compliance jobs in Pennsylvania pay more than the US?
The median listed pay here is $136,924; 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.
How much do legal and compliance jobs in Pennsylvania pay?
66 percent of postings list a pay range. The median listed pay is $136,924 and the middle half runs from $101,740 to $148,731. A listed range is the employer's budget for the role, not an offer.
Which employers are hiring legal and compliance in Pennsylvania?
The employers with the most openings are Executive Office for U.S. Attorneys and the Office of the U.S. Attorneys, Department of Justice (3), Securities and Exchange Commission, Other Agencies and Independent Organizations (3), Vanguard (3). The full list is above.
How long do these postings stay open?
A typical posting has been open 19 days, and 25 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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