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Regulatory Affairs Specialist

Mid-level

Also known as: Anti Money Laundering Compliance Analyst (AML Compliance Analyst), Clinical Quality Assurance Associate, Clinical Quality Assurance Specialist, Drug Regulatory Affairs Specialist

Finance & LegalBachelor's Degree

Job Description

Coordinate and document internal regulatory processes, such as internal audits, inspections, license renewals, or registrations. May compile and prepare materials for submission to regulatory agencies.
Regulatory AffairsComplianceLegal DocumentationRegulatory ScienceLawBusiness AdministrationFinanceAnalysis

Skills employers are looking for in 2027

Software and technologies flagged by O*NET as Hot or In-Demand for this role.

In-demand software
Microsoft ExcelMicrosoft Office softwareMicrosoft OutlookMicrosoft PowerPointMicrosoft Word

Job Outlook 2025-2035

Projected growth

+3.8%

US average: +3.5%

Job openings

32,700

per year (US)

Jobs today

436,400

in 2025 → 453,100 (2035)

Typical entry education

Bachelor's degree

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Employment Projections; O*NET Bright Outlook. Read the BLS Occupational Outlook Handbook

Work Environment

How this work is typically performed, based on O*NET work context data.

Email & digital communication
High
Working in a team
High
Contact with others
High
Freedom to make decisions
High
Time pressure
High
Time spent sitting
High
Working outdoors
Low
Indoor, climate-controlled
High
Dealing with customers
Moderate
Level of competition
Moderate

Source: O*NET Work Context (v31.0)

Future Perspective

Stable Job Market

This field maintains steady employment levels with consistent demand. Job opportunities remain available with moderate competition.

Impact of AI on this Job

AI will significantly impact Regulatory Affairs Specialists by automating routine tasks like data compilation, document review, and compliance checking in the next 5-10 years. This shift will allow specialists to focus more on strategic analysis, interpreting complex regulations, and managing high-level compliance risks, elevating their role to more advisory and problem-solving capacities. The demand for ethical oversight and nuanced decision-making will increase.