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How much do governance risk compliance lead jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 11, 2026, the average yearly pay for governance risk compliance lead in the United States is $152,036.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $157,000.00 and $157,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Governance Risk Compliance Lead vs Compliance Analyst?

AspectGovernance Risk Compliance LeadCompliance Analyst
CertificationsISO 31000, CRCM, CCEPCCA, CCEP, or similar compliance certifications
Work EnvironmentStrategic, leadership-focused, cross-departmentalOperational, detail-oriented, department-specific
Employer & Industry UsageFinancial, healthcare, corporate sectorsFinancial institutions, healthcare, manufacturing

The Governance Risk Compliance Lead typically oversees compliance strategies, manages risk frameworks, and ensures organizational adherence to regulations. In contrast, the Compliance Analyst focuses on monitoring compliance activities, conducting audits, and supporting day-to-day regulatory requirements. Both roles require compliance certifications and are vital in regulated industries, but the Lead has a broader, strategic scope while the Analyst handles operational tasks.

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Infographic showing various Governance Risk Compliance Lead job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 83% Full Time, 12% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 89% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $152,036 per year, or $73.1 per hour.

Governance, Risk & Compliance Lead

San Francisco, CA • On-site

Perplexity
Software Development • 11 - 50 employees
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$185K/yr

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Re-posted 7 days ago

Job description

Perplexity is seeking a highly experienced Governance, Risk & Compliance Analyst to join our world‑class team. You will help shape our compliance and risk management program. If you are a self‑motivated, organized professional with a passion for driving compliance and building customer trust, this is an exciting chance to join a fast‑growing startup and help revolutionize the way people search and interact online.

What You’ll Do

  • Implement and lead frameworks such as SOC2, ISO 27001 and HIPAA. Ensuring compliance with certification requirements

  • Ensure and maintain compliance with GDPR, CCPA, CPRA and other privacy regulations

  • Design and build scalable audit management processes and documentation systems that will support future expansion to additional compliance frameworks

  • Build internal GRC platform and tooling

  • Conduct risk assessments and mitigate data security and compliance risks

  • Write, update and enact policies capturing security, privacy, and AI safety requirements

  • Follow and help shape the AI regulatory and standards landscape to keep the company at the forefront of industry developments and best practices

What You’ll Bring

  • 6+ years of experience leading engagements in audit and compliance

  • Experience translating complex compliance requirements into scalable automation using AI agents and custom built tooling

  • Worked in high tech companies in cloud-native environments

  • Able to translate complex compliance requirements into clear and actionable work‑streams

  • Strong commitment to cross‑functional collaboration with IT, Security, GTM, and Engineering

  • Self‑motivated, detailed and organized, with a diligent approach to project completion

  • Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills

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