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  1. Occupations
  2. Regulatory Affairs Managers

Regulatory Affairs Managers

Plan, direct, or coordinate production activities of an organization to ensure compliance with regulations and standard operating procedures.

SOC: 11-9199.01

Common Job Titles

  • Compliance Director
  • Global RA Manager (Global Regulatory Affairs Manager)
  • RA Director (Regulatory Affairs Director)
  • RA Manager (Regulatory Affairs Manager)

Wage Data According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics

Annual wage data for Regulatory Affairs Managers (2024)

Estimated Total Employment (U.S.)

630,980

Wage Distribution by Percentile

Line chart of annual wages by percentile. U.S. is the solid line. 10th percentile: U.S. $68,860. 25th percentile: U.S. $100,010. 50th percentile: U.S. $136,550. 75th percentile: U.S. $179,190. 90th percentile: U.S. $227,590. Use the left and right arrow keys to move between percentiles.

  • U.S.
MetricU.S.
10% of workers earn the following or less$68,860
10% of workers earn the following or more$227,590
Workers on average earn$149,890

+ indicates wage is at or above the BLS reporting cap ($239,200/year)

Skills & Requirements

Key competencies for this occupation, ranked by importance

  • English Language4.6/5
  • Law and Government4.0/5
  • Administration and Management3.7/5
  • Biology3.4/5
  • Education and Training3.1/5
Skills & Requirements: Knowledge

Tools & Technology

Equipment and software commonly used in this occupation

In-Demand Technology

Frequently requested by employers in job postings

  • Adobe Acrobat
  • Microsoft Access
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft Office software
  • Microsoft Outlook
  • Microsoft PowerPoint
  • Microsoft Project
  • Microsoft SharePoint
  • Microsoft Visio
  • Microsoft Windows
  • Microsoft Word
  • SAP software
  • Structured query language SQL
  • Tableau

Technology Skills

  • Adlib Express
  • Analyse-it
  • Aris Global Register
  • Axway eSubmissions
  • Database software
  • Datafarm S-Cubed
  • Datafarm a-Pulse
  • Datafarm eCTDGatekeeper
Tools & Technology: Technology Skills

Tools & Equipment

  • Computer laser printers
  • Desktop computers
  • Laptop computers
  • Laser facsimile machines
  • Multi-line telephone systems
  • Personal computers
  • Photocopying equipment

Related Occupations

Occupations with similar skills and knowledge requirements

Most Similar

  • Regulatory Affairs Specialists 13-1041.07
  • Compliance Managers 11-9199.02
  • Environmental Compliance Inspectors 13-1041.01
  • Management Analysts 13-1111.00
  • Clinical Data Managers 15-2051.02

Moderately Similar

  • Financial Risk Specialists 13-2054.00
  • Quality Control Systems Managers 11-3051.01
  • Administrative Services Managers 11-3012.00
  • Health and Safety Engineers, Except Mining Safety Engineers and Inspectors 17-2111.00
  • Chief Sustainability Officers 11-1011.03

Related

  • Natural Sciences Managers 11-9121.00
  • Health Information Technologists and Medical Registrars 29-9021.00
  • Chief Executives 11-1011.00
  • Project Management Specialists 13-1082.00
  • Public Relations Managers 11-2032.00
  • Security Managers 11-3013.01
  • Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health 19-2041.00
  • Financial Examiners 13-2061.00
  • Clinical Research Coordinators 11-9121.01
  • Government Property Inspectors and Investigators 13-1041.04

Related Programs

Education programs that prepare you for this occupation

  • CertificateLeadershipIssuer: Florence-Darlington Technical College
  • Post-Baccalaureate CertificateGraduate Certificate in ManagementIssuer: Troy University
  • Post-Baccalaureate CertificateGraduate Certificate in Business ExchangeIssuer: Troy University
  • Doctoral DegreeDoctor of Philosophy in Global LeadershipIssuer: Troy University
  • Doctoral DegreeDoctor of Philosophy in CriminologyIssuer: Troy University
  • Master's DegreeMaster of Social ScienceIssuer: Troy University
  • Master's DegreeMaster of Science in PsychologyIssuer: Troy University
  • Master's DegreeMaster of Science in ManagementIssuer: Troy University
  • Master's DegreeMaster of Science in International RelationsIssuer: Troy University
  • Master's DegreeMaster of Public AdministrationIssuer: Troy University