The widely anticipated 2010 Corporate Government Relations and Public Affairs Compensation Survey-the only study that benchmarks salaries, incentive compensation and perquisites for the corporate public affairs profession - is now available. This new report from the Foundation for Public Affairs -- the Public Affairs Council's nonprofit research arm -- is a critical resource for your department and your own professional development.
The study contains data on five key job functions:
- Government Relations Executive
- Lobbyist
- Legislative/Regulatory Analyst
- Political Action Professional
- Public Relations and Communications Professional
Data were collected from individuals at more than 250 companies in industries that include manufacturing, health care, gas and electric utilities, retail/wholesale and more. For each job category, the survey provides the following figures:
- Position profile, including key responsibilities, professional and educational background
- Base annual salary and cash incentives by company size, seniority, location and other attributes
- Other short- and long-term incentives (such as stock or option grants)
- Benefits and other perquisites
Click here to purchase the study from the Council's publications store. Study participants may order a copy for $125, a 50-percent discount on the full price.
For associatoin public affairs positions, the Association Government Relations & Public Affairs Compensation Survey is available here.
