New York – November 02, 2026 -- Most salary ranges for legal and compliance roles have risen 5% to 10% at the midpoint since 2024, with a typical move of about 7%, according to the 2027 Salary Guide from executive search firm JW Michaels & Co.
Guide draws on January-October 2026 placements
The free benchmark covers legal, compliance, finance, operations, investment, technology and HR roles. It combines JW Michaels placements made from January through October 2026, the firm's prior placement data and published compensation research.