According to God of Prompt, regulatory compliance navigation roles in finance and healthcare command a median salary of $152K, representing a 74% increase over baseline, with a significant jobs-to-candidates ratio of 11:1 (source: Twitter @godofprompt, Jan 19, 2026). Unlike basic regulatory knowledge such as understanding HIPAA, these positions require interpreting ambiguous regulations, managing audits, and navigating complex cross-jurisdictional requirements while maintaining business speed. The premium pay in this sector is attributed to the limitations of AI, which struggles with the regulatory gray areas that demand human judgment and experience. This trend highlights a business opportunity for AI vendors to develop advanced compliance tools, but also underscores the continued need for experienced professionals to complement AI solutions in highly regulated industries.