Compliance Managers

Task by task

Each task this job involves, as listed by O*NET, rated on whether a large language model like GPT-4 could cut the time it takes by at least half at the same quality. Tasks marked Seen in real AI use appeared in conversations with Claude in April–May 2026 (Anthropic Economic Index).

• AI can speed this up on its own: 2 (7%)
• AI can speed this up with extra software: 27 (90%)
• Little or no AI speed-up: 1 (3%)

• Maintain documentation of compliance activities, such as complaints received or investigation outcomes.AI can speed this up on its own · core task
• Disseminate written policies and procedures related to compliance activities.AI can speed this up on its own · core task
• Report violations of compliance or regulatory standards to duly authorized enforcement agencies as appropriate or required.AI can speed this up with extra software · core task
• Identify compliance issues that require follow-up or investigation.AI can speed this up with extra software · core task · Seen in real AI use
• Discuss emerging compliance issues to ensure that management and employees are informed about compliance reporting systems, policies, and practices.AI can speed this up with extra software · core task · Seen in real AI use
• File appropriate compliance reports with regulatory agencies.AI can speed this up with extra software · core task
• Consult with corporate attorneys as necessary to address difficult legal compliance issues.AI can speed this up with extra software · core task
• Conduct or direct the internal investigation of compliance issues.AI can speed this up with extra software · core task · Seen in real AI use
• Provide employee training on compliance related topics, policies, or procedures.AI can speed this up with extra software · core task
• Verify that all regulatory policies and procedures have been documented, implemented, and communicated.AI can speed this up with extra software · core task · Seen in real AI use
• Prepare management reports regarding compliance operations and progress.AI can speed this up with extra software · core task
• Conduct periodic internal reviews or audits to ensure that compliance procedures are followed.AI can speed this up with extra software · core task
• Keep informed regarding pending industry changes, trends, or best practices.AI can speed this up with extra software · core task · Seen in real AI use
• Monitor compliance systems to ensure their effectiveness.AI can speed this up with extra software · core task · Seen in real AI use
• Direct the development or implementation of policies and procedures related to compliance throughout an organization.AI can speed this up with extra software · core task · Seen in real AI use
• Advise internal management or business partners on the implementation or operation of compliance programs.AI can speed this up with extra software · core task · Seen in real AI use
• Design or implement improvements in communication, monitoring, or enforcement of compliance standards.AI can speed this up with extra software · core task · Seen in real AI use
• Provide assistance to internal or external auditors in compliance reviews.AI can speed this up with extra software · core task · Seen in real AI use
• Collaborate with human resources departments to ensure the implementation of consistent disciplinary action strategies in cases of compliance standard violations.AI can speed this up with extra software · core task
• Develop risk management strategies based on assessment of product, compliance, or operational risks.AI can speed this up with extra software · supplemental task · Seen in real AI use
• Advise technical professionals on the development or use of environmental compliance or reporting tools.AI can speed this up with extra software · supplemental task
• Develop or implement environmental compliance plans for programs, such as air quality, storm water, wastewater treatment, hazardous waste management, pollution prevention, or solid waste management.AI can speed this up with extra software · supplemental task
• Conduct environmental audits to ensure adherence to environmental standards.AI can speed this up with extra software · supplemental task
• Evaluate testing procedures to meet the specifications of environmental monitoring programs.AI can speed this up with extra software · supplemental task
• Review or modify policies or operating guidelines to comply with changes to environmental standards or regulations.AI can speed this up with extra software · supplemental task
• Review communications such as securities sales advertising to ensure there are no violations of standards or regulations.AI can speed this up with extra software · supplemental task
• Oversee internal reporting systems, such as corporate compliance hotlines.AI can speed this up with extra software · supplemental task
• Verify that software technology is in place to adequately provide oversight and monitoring in all required areas.AI can speed this up with extra software · supplemental task · Seen in real AI use
• Direct environmental programs, such as air or water compliance, aboveground or underground storage tanks, spill prevention or control, hazardous waste or materials management, solid waste recycling, medical waste management, indoor air quality, integrated pest management, employee training, or disaster preparedness.AI can speed this up with extra software · supplemental task
• Serve as a confidential point of contact for employees to communicate with management, seek clarification on issues or dilemmas, or report irregularities.Little or no AI speed-up · core task