Will AI replace Compliance Managers?

AI can do 69% of the work Compliance Managers do at least twice as fast. People already use it for 3 of their 29 tasks, while 19 more are ready but barely used so far. 7 still need a person.

AI is already doing this3 · 11% of time

People already use AI for these tasks in real work, based on Anthropic's analysis of how Claude is used.

  • Keep informed regarding pending industry changes, trends, or best practices.Mostly assisted6% of time
  • Verify that all regulatory policies and procedures have been documented, implemented, and communicated.Mostly assisted5% of time
  • Verify that software technology is in place to adequately provide oversight and monitoring in all required areas.Mostly automated1% of time

AI could do this next19 · 58% of time

AI can speed these up by at least half, but real use has not caught up yet. These are next in line.

  • Maintain documentation of compliance activities, such as complaints received or investigation outcomes.7% of time
  • Advise internal management or business partners on the implementation or operation of compliance programs.7% of time
  • Conduct or direct the internal investigation of compliance issues.7% of time
  • Prepare management reports regarding compliance operations and progress.6% of time
  • Discuss emerging compliance issues to ensure that management and employees are informed about compliance reporting systems, policies, and practices.6% of time
  • Provide employee training on compliance related topics, policies, or procedures.3% of time
  • File appropriate compliance reports with regulatory agencies.3% of time
  • Design or implement improvements in communication, monitoring, or enforcement of compliance standards.3% of time
  • Develop risk management strategies based on assessment of product, compliance, or operational risks.3% of time
  • Consult with corporate attorneys as necessary to address difficult legal compliance issues.2% of time
  • Disseminate written policies and procedures related to compliance activities.2% of time
  • Collaborate with human resources departments to ensure the implementation of consistent disciplinary action strategies in cases of compliance standard violations.1% of time
  • Review communications such as securities sales advertising to ensure there are no violations of standards or regulations.1% of time
  • Report violations of compliance or regulatory standards to duly authorized enforcement agencies as appropriate or required.1% of time
  • Advise technical professionals on the development or use of environmental compliance or reporting tools.1% of time
  • 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.1% of time
  • Review or modify policies or operating guidelines to comply with changes to environmental standards or regulations.1% of time
  • Oversee internal reporting systems, such as corporate compliance hotlines.1% of time
  • Evaluate testing procedures to meet the specifications of environmental monitoring programs.under 1% of time

Still needs a person7 · 31% of time

No real AI use, no proven AI speedup and no robot that can do it yet. This is the part of the job to build on.

  • Conduct periodic internal reviews or audits to ensure that compliance procedures are followed.7% of time
  • Monitor compliance systems to ensure their effectiveness.6% of time
  • Identify compliance issues that require follow-up or investigation.6% of time
  • Direct the development or implementation of policies and procedures related to compliance throughout an organization.6% of time
  • Provide assistance to internal or external auditors in compliance reviews.3% of time
  • Serve as a confidential point of contact for employees to communicate with management, seek clarification on issues or dilemmas, or report irregularities.2% of time
  • Conduct environmental audits to ensure adherence to environmental standards.1% of time

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What this means

AI can do most of this work faster, but a real part of the job still needs a person. Real use is still behind at 8 out of 100, so the change here is only getting started. The people who learn which tasks to hand off will pull ahead.

What to do next

  • Do the 3 tasks AI is already handling with AI yourself. Your peers already are, and it is quickly becoming the baseline.
  • Get ahead on the 19 tasks AI could do next. These move as tools improve, so learning them early pays off.
  • Build on the 7 tasks that stay human. This is where your judgment, skill and relationships matter most.
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