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Compliance Officers in High Demand: Top Skills and Job Titles Revealed

A recent analysis of job postings from September 2021 to August 2022 has shed light on the most sought-after skills and job titles for compliance officers. According to the findings, internal controls, external auditing, and compliance management are among the top areas of focus for employers.

Top Skills Sought by Employers

The study revealed that the following skills are in high demand:

  • Communications (48% of total postings)
  • Management (43%)
  • Detail Oriented (29%)
  • Microsoft Excel (25%)
  • Operations (25%)
  • Research (24%)
  • Writing (24%)
  • Microsoft Office (22%)
  • Problem Solving (20%)
  • Leadership (18%)

Most In-Demand Job Titles

The top 5 job titles posted for compliance officers were:

  • Compliance Specialists (21,921 postings, 18.4% of total)
  • Compliance Analysts (15,221 postings, 12.8%)
  • Regulatory Affairs Specialists (12,178 postings, 10.2%)
  • Compliance Officers (17,395 postings, 14.6%)
  • Compliance Coordinators (8,135 postings, 6.8%)

Unique Job Postings by Occupation

The analysis identified a total of 46 occupations related to compliance officers, with unique job postings ranging from:

  • IT Compliance Specialists (1,341 postings)
  • Compliance Specialists (21,921 postings)

The study provides valuable insights into the skills and job titles that are in high demand for compliance officers, helping professionals in the field to stay ahead of the curve and navigate their careers.