35 legal and compliance jobs are open in Philadelphia, PA area, on employers' own career pages, from 25 employers. The three employers with the most openings are Barnes, Securities and Exchange Commission, Other Agencies and Independent Organizations and Vanguard, with 11 of the 35. 54 percent of these postings list a pay range. The middle half of listed pay runs from $125,551 to $162,515, with a median of $140,835. The places with the most are Philadelphia, PA (13); Wilmington, DE (4); Malvern, PA (3). 8 percent are fully remote. A typical posting has been open 18 days.
This page covers the Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD metro area as defined by the U.S. Census Bureau. It includes Philadelphia, PA; Wilmington, DE; Malvern, PA, and 11 other places.
Applications here go through USAJOBS (38%), Workday (38%), Ashby (15%), 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 year6% 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…
City of Philadelphia
Philadelphia, PA · Posted Oct 14
Legal Assistant – Real Estate and Development Unit
$45,478 to $62,371 a year62% 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 year23% 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…
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 year64% 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 year46% above the median listed hereSeen todayFederal (USAJOBS)
The Division of Enforcement, Market Abuse Unit (MAU) is seeking a General Attorney(Market Abuse Unit Attorney).
U.S. Courts, Judicial Branch
Wilmington, DE · Posted Oct 6
Pro Se Staff Attorney
$98,630 to $152,471 a year11% below the median listed hereSeen todayFederal (USAJOBS)
Subject to budgetary approval and satisfactory performance, this position may be extended beyond Sept. 30, 2028.
The Hartford
Philadelphia, PA · Posted Oct 1
Paralegal Insurance Defense
$63,200 to $94,800 a year44% 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 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.
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…
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 yearSeen todayFederal (USAJOBS)
Applicants are responsible for confirming all required materials are submitted by the closing date of the announcement.
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 year49% above the median listed hereSeen todayOpen 52 days
Fanatics is seeking an attorney to assume the role of IP Counsel.
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.
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 year15% 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.
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 yearSeen 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…
Places covered
| Place | Open jobs |
|---|---|
| Philadelphia, PA | 13 |
| Wilmington, DE | 4 |
| Malvern, PA | 3 |
| San Francisco, CA | 3 |
| Los Angeles, CA | 2 |
| Allentown, PA | 1 |
| Atlanta, GA | 1 |
| Camden, NJ | 1 |
| Lakewood, CO | 1 |
| Long Beach, CA | 1 |
| Newark, DE | 1 |
| Phoenix, AZ | 1 |
| Stockton, CA | 1 |
| Yardley, PA | 1 |
Places with their own page link to it.
Who is hiring legal and compliance in Philadelphia, PA area
| Employer | Open jobs |
|---|---|
| Barnes | 5 |
| Securities and Exchange Commission, Other Agencies and Independent Organizations | 3 |
| Vanguard | 3 |
| City of Philadelphia | 2 |
| Five Below | 2 |
| AstraZeneca | 1 |
| Bureau of Prisons/Federal Prison System, Department of Justice | 1 |
| ChristianaCare | 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 Philadelphia, PA area?
35 on Oct 18, 2026, from 25 employers, read from employers' own career pages. The number changes as employers post and close roles.
Which places around Philadelphia, PA have the most legal and compliance jobs?
Philadelphia, PA (13); Wilmington, DE (4); Malvern, PA (3).
How much do legal and compliance jobs in Philadelphia, PA area pay?
54 percent of postings list a pay range. The median listed pay is $140,835 and the middle half runs from $125,551 to $162,515. A listed range is the employer's budget for the role, not an offer.
Which employers are hiring legal and compliance in Philadelphia, PA area?
The employers with the most openings are Barnes (5), 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 18 days, and 23 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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