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Represents organizations to legislators and regulators. Reports under federal Lobbying Disclosure Act. Common prior step: legislative aide.
$46,230
Lower reported wage
$78,420
Median
$130,030
Upper reported wage
Annual U.S. salaries. Actual pay varies by location, employer, and experience. The lower and upper figures do not represent starting and senior salaries.

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Wages reconciled to BLS OEWS May 2024 for SOC 13-1041 (Compliance Officers): A_PCT10-A_PCT90 = $46,230-$130,030, median $78,420. The OES P90 ($130,030) understates this premium sub-market, where senior and specialized compensation routinely exceeds it.
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Relevant policy foundation; add issue expertise and public communication. [1]
Explain an organization’s policy positions and track legislative or regulatory developments. [1]
Associations, companies, advocacy organizations, and government-relations firms. [1]
Legislative calendars, meetings, and deadlines may require travel or extended hours. [1]
Trust, accurate claims, and careful handling of competing interests matter. [1]
Policy expertise can lead to government-affairs leadership. [1]
These are possible directions. Promotion timing and pay depend on the role and employer.