68 legal and compliance jobs are open in Texas, on employers' own career pages, from 39 employers. 100 percent of these postings list a pay range. The middle half of listed pay runs from $125,117 to $149,808, with a median of $137,488. The places with the most are Dallas, TX (10); Salt Lake City, UT (10); Austin, TX (9). A typical posting has been open 20 days.
Applications here go through USAJOBS (60%), Workday (22%), Greenhouse (12%), iCIMS (4%).
Open legal and compliance jobs
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Executive Office for U.S. Attorneys and the Office of the U.S. Attorneys, Department of Justice
Houston, TX · Posted Oct 16
Assistant United States Attorney - Appellate
$88,510 to $197,100 a yearSeen todayNew this weekEntry levelFederal (USAJOBS)
As an AUSA, you'll join the elite ranks of federal prosecutors to manage complex litigation, pursue justice, and defend the rule of law.
Executive Office for U.S. Attorneys and the Office of the U.S. Attorneys, Department of Justice
Brownsville, TX and 3 more places · Posted Oct 16
Assistant United States Attorney - Civil
$65,563 to $197,100 a yearSeen todayNew this weekEntry levelFederal (USAJOBS)
As an AUSA, you'll join the elite ranks of federal prosecutors to manage complex litigation, pursue justice, and defend the rule of law.
Executive Office for U.S. Attorneys and the Office of the U.S. Attorneys, Department of Justice
McAllen, TX · Posted Oct 16
Assistant United States Attorney - Criminal
$76,748 to $197,100 a yearSeen todayNew this weekEntry levelFederal (USAJOBS)
As an AUSA, you'll join the elite ranks of federal prosecutors to manage complex litigation, pursue justice, and defend the rule of law.
Bureau of Prisons/Federal Prison System, Department of Justice
Federal Medical Center Carswell, TX · Posted Oct 16
Consolidated Legal Center (CLC) Attorney
$97,307 to $177,762 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…
Executive Office for U.S. Attorneys and the Office of the U.S. Attorneys, Department of Justice
Dallas, TX · Posted Oct 16
Legal Administrative Specialist (Litigation Support)
$54,857 to $71,315 a year54% below the median listed hereSeen todayNew this weekFederal (USAJOBS)
This position is also being announced to applicants via Delegated Examining procedures under 26-NDTX-13076016-DE
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 year26% 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…
Executive Office for U.S. Attorneys and the Office of the U.S. Attorneys, Department of Justice
Dallas, TX · Posted Oct 14
Legal Assistant (Magistrate Court)
$54,857 to $71,315 a year54% below the median listed hereSeen todayNew this weekEntry levelFederal (USAJOBS)
This position is also being announced to applicants eligible to apply through Merit Staffing procedures under 26-NDTX-13072813-MS
Capital One
Plano, TX · Posted Oct 14
Manager, Counsel - Financial Services (Hybrid)
$149,800 to $171,000 a year17% above the median listed hereSeen todayNew this week
As a Manager, Counsel on the Financial Services Legal Team, you will apply your strategic and analytical skills to major challenges and significant business…
McKesson
Irving, TX · Posted Oct 14
Managing Chief Counsel - Core Ventures and the Network
$192,200 to $320,300 a year86% above the median listed hereSeen todayNew this weekRemote
The role provides end-to-end legal leadership across the Core Ventures operating model: management services agreements and intercompany arrangements, practice…
GoCardless
Remote · Posted Oct 13
US Chief Compliance Officer - Remote
$180,000 to $270,000 a year64% above the median listed hereSeen todayNew this weekRemote
The Regulatory and Compliance team is responsible for supporting the regulatory and compliance aspects of our products and services and managing the compliant…
Air Force Civilian Career Training, Department of the Air Force
Davis Monthan AFB, AZ and 11 more places · Posted Oct 13
LAW CLERK
$62,629 to $121,785 a year33% below the median listed hereSeen todayNew this weekFederal (USAJOBS)
Applicants must have completed their law degree from a school of law accredited by the American Bar Association (ABA) within the previous two years or is a…
Air Force Civilian Career Training, Department of the Air Force
Davis Monthan AFB, AZ and 11 more places · Posted Oct 13
ATTORNEY ADVISOR
$75,776 to $121,785 a year28% below the median listed hereSeen todayNew this weekFederal (USAJOBS)
The primary purpose of this position in this competitive program is to offer recent law school graduates (February 2025 through May 2027) an opportunity to…
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 year38% 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 year38% 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.
Asset Living
Atlanta, GA and 6 more places · Posted Oct 9
Associate Corporate Counsel (Employment & Labor)
$110,000 to $150,000 a year5% below the median listed hereSeen todayEntry level
This attorney handles and manages the company’s employment disputes - from agency charges and demand letters through litigation and arbitration - and provides…
Defense Health Agency, Department of Defense
San Antonio, TX · Posted Oct 8
Paralegal Specialist
$62,629 to $81,423 a year48% below the median listed hereSeen todayFederal (USAJOBS)
This position is located in San Antonio, Texas.
Air Education and Training Command, Department of the Air Force
Randolph AFB, TX · Posted Oct 7
ATTORNEY-ADVISOR (GENERAL)
$127,624 to $165,917 a year7% above the median listed hereSeen todayFederal (USAJOBS)
The primary purpose of this position is to: serve as the Chief of International and Operations Law, Office of the Staff Judge Advocate, Headquarters Air…
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 year34% 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…
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Department of the Army
Fort Worth, TX · Posted Sep 30
ATTORNEY ADVISER (LABOR)
$136,736 to $177,762 a year14% above the median listed hereSeen todayFederal (USAJOBS)
You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
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.
National Life Insurance Company
Addison, TX and 1 more place · Posted Sep 29
Sr. Life & Annuity Compliance Analyst - Advertising
$70,875 to $103,950 a year36% below the median listed hereSeen today
Please note that we do not offer visa sponsorship for this position.
RELX
Posted Sep 29
Legal Solutions Consultant- Texas (JD Required)
$71,600 to $119,400 a year31% below the median listed hereSeen today
As a Field Solutions Consultant, you'll provide education and support, build preference, and drive usage of our solutions.
Tenstorrent
Austin, TX and 2 more places · Posted Sep 28
Sr. In-House Counsel
$100,000 to $500,000 a year118% above the median listed hereSeen today
We are growing our team and looking for contributors of all seniorities.
Internal Revenue Service, Department of the Treasury
Los Angeles, CA and 4 more places · Posted Sep 28
Honors Program Law Clerk (Non-Tax) (J.D. Students)
$78,972 to $121,371 a year27% below the median listed hereSeen todayFederal (USAJOBS)
Office of Chief Counsel, IRS, seeks enthusiastic individuals to serve taxpayers fairly and with integrity by providing correct and impartial interpretation of…
Internal Revenue Service, Department of the Treasury
Los Angeles, CA and 4 more places · Posted Sep 28
Summer Intern (Legal Administrative Specialist) (Non-Tax)
$65,271 to $100,315 a year40% below the median listed hereSeen todayEntry levelFederal (USAJOBS)
To qualify for this position of Summer Intern (Legal Administrative Specialist), you must meet the qualification requirements listed below by the closing of…
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 year38% 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 year38% 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…
National Life Insurance Company
Addison, TX and 1 more place · Posted Sep 14
Life & Annuity Compliance Director
$121,875 to $178,750 a year9% above the median listed hereSeen today
Please note that we do not offer visa sponsorship for this position.
Executive Office for U.S. Attorneys and the Office of the U.S. Attorneys, Department of Justice
Beaumont, TX · Posted Sep 4
Assistant United States Attorney (Criminal Division) Term Appt
$76,748 to $173,485 a year9% below the median listed hereSeen todayEntry levelFederal (USAJOBS)
This position are being announced as AD 0905-21/29 depending on years of experience. Extending vacancy announcement to October 23, 2026.
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).
Legal and compliance jobs by place in Texas
| Place | Open jobs |
|---|---|
| Dallas, TX | 10 |
| Salt Lake City, UT | 10 |
| Austin, TX | 9 |
| Houston, TX | 9 |
| Addison, TX | 5 |
| Los Angeles, CA | 5 |
| Fort Worth, TX | 4 |
| Irving, TX | 4 |
| San Antonio, TX | 4 |
| Phoenix, AZ | 3 |
| Plano, TX | 3 |
| Richardson, TX | 3 |
| San Francisco, CA | 3 |
| Alpine, TX | 2 |
| Atlanta, GA | 2 |
Who is hiring legal and compliance in Texas
| Employer | Open jobs | Typical posted pay |
|---|---|---|
| Executive Office for U.S. Attorneys and the Office of the U.S. Attorneys, Department of Justice | 7 | $131,332 |
| National Life Insurance Company | 5 | |
| Immigration and Customs Enforcement, Department of Homeland Security | 4 | |
| Kemper | 3 | |
| Offices, Boards and Divisions, Department of Justice | 3 | |
| Travelers | 3 | |
| AEP | 2 | |
| Air Force Civilian Career Training, Department of the Air Force | 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 Texas?
68 on Oct 18, 2026, from 39 employers, read from employers' own career pages. The number changes as employers post and close roles.
Where in Texas are most legal and compliance jobs?
Dallas, TX (10); Salt Lake City, UT (10); Austin, TX (9).
Do legal and compliance jobs in Texas pay more than the US?
The median listed pay here is $137,488; 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 Texas pay?
100 percent of postings list a pay range. The median listed pay is $137,488 and the middle half runs from $125,117 to $149,808. A listed range is the employer's budget for the role, not an offer.
Which employers are hiring legal and compliance in Texas?
The employers with the most openings are Executive Office for U.S. Attorneys and the Office of the U.S. Attorneys, Department of Justice (7), National Life Insurance Company (5), Immigration and Customs Enforcement, Department of Homeland Security (4). The full list is above.
How long do these postings stay open?
A typical posting has been open 20 days, and 22 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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