Regulatory Affairs Managers
Regulatory affairs managers oversee production operations while ensuring an organization meets all legal requirements and internal procedures. They work across industries including pharmaceuticals, manufacturing, food production, and healthcare. These managers coordinate between production teams, quality assurance, and regulatory agencies to maintain compliance with federal and state standards.
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A day in the work
A regulatory affairs manager reviews compliance documentation, attends meetings with production supervisors about procedural updates, and prepares reports for regulatory agencies. The role involves investigating quality issues, updating standard operating procedures, training staff on new regulations, and communicating with government inspectors. Tasks shift between desk work analyzing regulations and floor visits monitoring production adherence to established guidelines.
Who this work suits
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You are organized and detail-oriented, comfortable with structured systems and established rules. You enjoy solving problems methodically and like positions where you can influence operations and drive results through careful planning and oversight.
What it takes
Preparation: Considerable preparation (most need a bachelor’s degree and several years of experience). Most people in this occupation hold a bachelor’s degree.
Skills that matter most
Knowledge areas
Who is hiring
Openings right now
- Senior Regulatory Affairs Consultant - Regulatory Project Manager · Parexel · Sacramento, Sacramento County · $177,692–$177,692
- Sr Manager, Global Regulatory Affairs (AI/ML) · hims & hers · USA · Remote
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Pay by state
| State | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | $146,190 | $182,950 | $227,670 | 10,630 |
| District of Columbia | $156,730 | $175,720 | $195,190 | 18,570 |
| California | $132,000 | $174,560 | $221,560 | 99,580 |
| Colorado | $135,790 | $171,140 | $215,440 | 14,060 |
| Delaware | $130,670 | $168,060 | $209,180 | 1,280 |
| New York | $124,530 | $167,200 | $221,680 | 18,470 |
| Virginia | $138,670 | $166,230 | $195,190 | 21,560 |
| Rhode Island | $130,150 | $165,900 | $205,840 | 790 |
| Washington | $129,620 | $164,160 | $207,160 | 10,490 |
| Connecticut | $119,120 | $162,690 | $201,600 | 7,330 |
| New Jersey | $113,930 | $161,510 | $203,960 | 30,270 |
| Maryland | $124,590 | $159,040 | $185,220 | 17,530 |
All 50 states, D.C. and Puerto Rico
Certifications people in this field hold
- Regulatory Affairs Certification (RAC) — Regulatory Affairs Professionals Society
- Associate, Insurance Regulatory Compliance (AIRC) — LOMA
- Certified Regulatory Compliance Manager (CRCM) — American Bankers Association
Training
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O*NET-SOC 11-9199.01 · O*NET OnLine. Pay: BLS OEWS May 2025, annual, U.S. Employment counts are national.