Director, Global Regulatory Affairs Salary in the United States

How much does a Director, Global Regulatory Affairs make in the United States?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Director, Global Regulatory Affairs in the United States is $181,054 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $87.

However, a Director, Global Regulatory Affairs's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $212,939
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $168,041 to $197,744
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $156,193
Compensation Planning
Develop a Job Description
Pay Equity
2025 Compensation Trend
AI-Powered HR
AI-Powered Talent
Salary Salary + Bonus Benefits
Paid Annually Paid Monthly Paid Semimonthly Paid Biweekly Paid Weekly Paid Hourly
View as table View as graph 25% $168,041 10% $156,193 90% $212,939 75% $197,744 $181,054 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click

Director, Global Regulatory Affairs Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary		 Monthly
Pay		 Weekly
Pay		 Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $197,744 $16,479 $3,803 $95
Average $181,054 $15,088 $3,482 $87
25th Percentile $168,041 $14,003 $3,232 $81
Check out Director, Global Regulatory Affairs Job Openings in the United States
DIRECTOR OF NURSING

Southbrooke Manor Nursing and Rehabiliation Center - EDNA, TX

Director of Nursing

Southwest Healthcare Services - BOWMAN, ND

Director of Nursing

Northfield Retirement Community - SCOTTSBLUFF, NE

Psychiatrist and Medical Director

Confidential - , MO

Search More Director, Global Regulatory Affairs Jobs in the United States
Choose Similar Job
Choose Category
Cost of Living
Average Salary for United States
See it in Action

Key Factors That Influence Director, Global Regulatory Affairs Salaries

A Director, Global Regulatory Affairs's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Director, Global Regulatory Affairs Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Director, Global Regulatory Affairs's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $132,428
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $152,390
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $179,826
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $203,470
  • Expert (over 8 years): $301,609
Levels Salary
Regulator... Level Director, Global Regulatory Affairs$132,428
Regulator... Level Director, Global Regulatory Affairs$152,390
Director,... Level Director, Global Regulatory Affairs$179,826
Regulator... Level Director, Global Regulatory Affairs$203,470
SVP of Re... Level Director, Global Regulatory Affairs$301,609
$132,428 0 yr
$152,390 < 2 yrs
$179,826 2-4 yrs
$203,470 5-8 yrs
$301,609 > 8 yrs
View as Table
View as Graph

What Am I Worth?

How Do Director, Global Regulatory Affairs Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Director, Global Regulatory Affairs. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $200,463.
  • California: $199,703.
  • Massachusetts: $197,041.

Top Paying Cities for Director, Global Regulatory Affairs

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • San Jose: $228,363
  • San Francisco: $226,118
  • Oakland: $221,103

What Skills Can Increase a Director, Global Regulatory Affairs's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Leadership (Mentioned in 10.02% Job Postings): Knowledge of and ability to employ effective strategies that motivate and guide other members within our business to achieve optimum results.
  • Drug Development (Mentioned in 1.82% Job Postings): The process of bringing a new drug molecule into clinical practice. In its broadest definition this encompasses all steps from the basic research process of finding a suitable molecular target to supporting the commercial launch of the drug.
  • Pharmaceutical Industry (Mentioned in 1.18% Job Postings): The pharmaceutical industry is defined as the discovery, development, and manufacture of drugs and medications. It's widespread, including research, chemicals, and the regulation and involvement of government agencies.
See More Skills
Skills Demand Percentage
Leadership 10.02%
Drug Development 1.82%
Pharmaceutical Industry 1.18%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on a Director, Global Regulatory Affairs's salary.
  • Business Development: Can increase your salary by up to 7%.
  • Due Diligence: Can increase your salary by up to 7%.
  • Product Development: Can increase your salary by up to 7%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Business Development
 $193,728
7%
Due Diligence
 $193,728
7%
Product Development
 $193,728
7%
Pharmaceutical Industry
 $191,917
6%
Oncology
 $190,107
5%
Alignment
 $190,107
5%
Get Latest Data

How Education impacts a Director, Global Regulatory Affairs's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Director, Global Regulatory Affairs enter the field with a Bachelor's Degree degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for a Director, Global Regulatory Affairs with a Bachelor's Degree is between $170,436 and $182,918).

Director, Global Regulatory Affairs Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Director, Global Regulatory Affairs
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 2.0%
High School 2.0%
Associates 2.0%
Bachelors 29.1%
Masters 41.1%
Doctorate 25.8%
view as graph

Director, Global Regulatory Affairs Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Director, Global Regulatory Affairs's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

  • Hourly
  • Monthly
  • Weekly
  • Yearly
  • Table View
Last Updated on January 01, 2026
$168,041
Average $181,054/year
$197,744
$14,003
Average $15,088/month
$16,479
$3,232
Average $3,482/week
$3,803
$81
Average $87/hour
$95
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $197,744 $16,479 $3,803 $95
Average $181,054 $15,088 $3,482 $87
25th Percentile $168,041 $14,003 $3,232 $81

Salaries of jobs related to Director, Global Regulatory Affairs

Salary Trends for Director, Global Regulatory Affairs

Salaries for a Director, Global Regulatory Affairs can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $161,575 in 2023 to around $154,787 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Director, Global Regulatory Affairs salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Director, Global Regulatory Affairs Over Time

2022
$???
2023
$161,575
2024
$157,674
2025
$154,787
2026
$???
2027
$???
Year Average Annual Salary
2022
View More
2023 $161,575
2024 $157,674
2025 $154,787
2026
View More
2027
View More

Most common benefits for Director, Global Regulatory Affairs

Social Security
401(k)
Disability
Healthcare
Pension
Time Off (days)
For Employers

If your compensation planning software is too rigid to deploy winning incentive strategies, it’s time to find an adaptable solution.

Compensation Planning

Common company salaries for Director, Global Regulatory Affairs

Here are companies hiring for Director, Global Regulatory Affairs and their salaries, click below for more details.

Find Your Next Director, Global Regulatory Affairs Job

Ready to take the next step in your career? Browse thousands of current Director, Global Regulatory Affairs job openings on our job board. Use the search bar below to find your perfect match.

United States
For Employees

Get a Salary Increase

Analyze the market and your qualifications to negotiate your salary with confidence.

Search Job Openings

Search thousands of open positions to find your next opportunity.

For Employers

Adjust Employee Salary

Individualize employee pay based on unique job requirements and personal qualifications.

Price My Industry Jobs

Get the latest market price for benchmark jobs and jobs in your industry.

Where Does Our Salary Data Come From?

Salary.com provides salary estimates, histograms, trends, and comparisons using data from employer job postings and third-party sources.

We offer detailed salary information across multiple percentiles for your reference. (Click here to learn Why the Salary Midpoint Formula Is Crucial for Achieving Pay Equity.)

With the most extensive online, real-time compensation data available, Salary.com helps you pinpoint your exact pay target.

Are you an HR manager or compensation specialist?

Salary.com's CompAnalyst platform offers:

  • Detailed skills and competency reports for specific positions
  • Job and employee pricing reports
  • Compensation data tools, salary structures, surveys and benchmarks.
Learn about CompAnalyst