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Compliance Officers

O*NET 13-1041.00 · SOC 13-1041

Projected Growth
+8%
2024–2034
Median Salary
$81k
BLS OEWS, May 2025
Annual Openings
29k
positions/year
Education Level
Zone 4
Considerable preparation needed (bachelor's degree)

Education & How to Get In

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Job Zone 4
Considerable preparation needed (bachelor's degree)

A bachelor's degree is the standard entry point for Compliance Officers roles. Related majors and internship experience during college significantly improve your chances. Many employers also value relevant certifications or project portfolios alongside the degree.

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Work Environment

Primary Setting

Structured — offices, data centers, or remote

Work Style

Independent — focused deep work with periodic team check-ins

Personality Fit (RIASEC)

Conventional (Organizers)6.3
Enterprising (Persuaders)4.1
Investigative (Thinkers)3.1
Social (Helpers)3.0
Realistic (Doers)2.5
Artistic (Creators)1.0

Who Thrives as Compliance Officer?

Based on the interests and work style this role actually demands, these personality types tend to fit it best. Salary and growth tell you if a career is worth entering — personality fit tells you whether you'll still want it in five years.

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