Explore Risk Analyst Jobs

Risk analysts help organizations understand uncertainty, assess potential losses, and make informed business decisions. Browse vetted Risk Analyst opportunities on Ladders, including professional roles with salaries of $100,000 or more. Openings may be available across financial services, insurance, technology, healthcare, consulting, and other industries.

What Does a Risk Analyst Do?

Risk analysts identify and evaluate financial, operational, regulatory, cybersecurity, and market risks. They gather and analyze data, develop models and scenarios, monitor risk indicators, and communicate findings to business leaders. Depending on the employer and specialty, the role may focus on credit risk, enterprise risk, investment risk, market risk, or compliance.

Common Risk Analyst Skills and Qualifications

Employers often seek strong quantitative and analytical abilities, sound judgment, and clear communication. Useful experience may include statistical analysis, financial modeling, forecasting, risk assessment, and preparing reports for stakeholders. Familiarity with tools such as Excel, SQL, Python, R, or business intelligence platforms can be valuable. Requirements vary by position; some roles prefer a degree in finance, economics, statistics, mathematics, or a related field, and relevant certifications may strengthen a candidate’s profile.

Risk Analyst Career Opportunities

Risk Analyst titles can lead to opportunities in specialized analysis, risk management, compliance, quantitative research, or leadership. Job scope and compensation depend on factors such as industry, location, seniority, and technical expertise. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, helping experienced candidates find opportunities aligned with their goals.

Find Risk Analyst Jobs on Ladders

Search current Risk Analyst openings and review each listing for its responsibilities, qualifications, location, and compensation details. Use your experience and preferred specialty to narrow your search, then apply to roles that match your career objectives.

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$89K - $142K *

Unlock potential by providing expert audit and advisory services to enhance risk management and internal controls across subsidiaries, ensuring effective governance and operational efficiency in a dyn...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Unlock data-driven decisions by partnering with business teams. Drive performance analysis, dashboard development, and ensure data quality for strategic insights. Collaborate cross-functionally to enh...

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4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$89K - $150K *

Optimize sales operations by managing forecasting and data analytics to enhance revenue delivery. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure data accuracy and support sales processes, enabling...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $130K *

Pioneer growth within established enterprise accounts, improving retention and driving measurable expansion by engaging new stakeholders and increasing contract value while collaborating closely with...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Optimize product performance by analyzing data, managing initiatives, and collaborating with teams. Your insights will shape strategies for Motorcycle, RV, Watercraft, and Classic Car products, drivin...

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Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Drive data-informed decision-making by analyzing institutional data, ensuring quality reporting, and collaborating across departments to enhance research activities and compliance. Play a key role in...

Madison, WIRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$80K - $95K *

Elevate your career by leading a dynamic team in commercial transportation claims. Drive operational effectiveness through technology and analytics while balancing management and hands-on responsibili...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Collaborate with sales and IT teams to transform operational data into actionable insights, ensuring effective system configuration and user adoption across Salesforce, CRM, and laboratory platforms t...

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Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Transform sales operations by connecting teams and systems. Leverage data from Salesforce, LIMS, and CRM to create impactful reports and dashboards, driving performance improvements and supporting end...

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Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$99K - $110K *

Analyze healthcare informatics operations and EHR workflows to identify improvements. Collaborate with SMEs to enhance user support, training, and adoption strategies, ensuring effective program imple...

Arlington, VARemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $300K *

Inspire families by guiding them through their financial security options. Use a customized approach, leveraging our extensive network of insurers to ensure coverage. Your empathetic conversations wil...

Omaha, NERemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Transform customer success by fostering relationships and driving adoption, retention, and growth in a dynamic healthcare AI environment. Collaborate with clients to ensure exceptional value and satis...

San Francisco, CARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$160K - $195K *

Unlock your potential by building advanced entity matching solutions. Collaborate with a dedicated team to transform complex data into actionable insights, ensuring transparency and accuracy in every...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Analyze customer behavior and operational performance to drive strategic insights. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance analytics frameworks and support decision-making for key business...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$72K - $115K *

Innovate your career as you provide exceptional service, investigate claims, and negotiate settlements. Leverage your expertise in property adjustments to support customers through complex claims, ens...

Detroit, MIRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$85K - $111K *

Drive the claims module for health care projects, providing domain expertise and analysis. Collaborate with teams to ensure quality processes, meet customer expectations, and assist in implementation...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$119K - $175K *

Optimize healthcare compliance by leading regulatory assurance efforts, ensuring adherence to HIPAA, HITECH, and HITRUST standards while collaborating with clinical leadership to maintain a defensible...

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3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$87K - $135K *

Unlock your potential by leading a dynamic Knowledge Management program that enhances IT support services, fosters collaboration, and drives efficiency for a large-scale enterprise environment. Make a...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$172K - $202K *

Innovate within identity and access management by providing expert insights and strategies to clients on best practices in identity governance, privileged access, and AI tools, enhancing cybersecurity...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in strategic finance and reporting, driving business growth through actionable insights and reliable forecasting. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure data integrity and o...

San Francisco, CARemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$79K - $105K *

Shape the future of patient care by coordinating high-quality, cost-effective services. Utilize your clinical expertise to advocate for members, ensuring appropriate care transitions and fostering col...

Hopewell, NJRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of healthcare analytics by leveraging your expertise to build applications, implement features, and enhance system interactions within a collaborative Agile team environment. Drive in...

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4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$71K - $118K *

Join a team that's focused on ensuring effective internal controls and compliance. Contribute to audits across various lines of business, enhance operational efficiency, and participate in special pro...

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4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$155K - $220K *

Drive innovation in actuarial functions by leveraging AI and advanced analytics. Lead high-impact initiatives that transform insights into actionable business strategies, enhancing decision-making and...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$61K - $105K *

Support critical applications by monitoring performance, troubleshooting issues, and collaborating with teams to ensure stability and reliability. Drive operational excellence through effective incide...

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Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Risk Analyst do?question toggle

    A Risk Analyst identifies and assesses potential threats to an organization’s finances, operations, compliance, security, or strategic objectives. The role may include analyzing data, building models, monitoring risk indicators, and presenting recommendations to decision-makers.

  • What qualifications are needed for Risk Analyst jobs?question toggle

    Qualifications vary by employer and specialty. Many roles value analytical and quantitative skills, experience with financial or statistical analysis, and the ability to communicate findings. A degree in finance, economics, mathematics, statistics, or a related field may be preferred; some positions also value relevant certifications or programming skills.

  • Which industries hire Risk Analysts?question toggle

    Risk Analysts work in industries such as banking, investment management, insurance, consulting, technology, healthcare, and manufacturing. Their focus may include credit, market, operational, enterprise, cybersecurity, or regulatory risk.

  • What skills are useful for a Risk Analyst?question toggle

    Useful skills include data analysis, financial modeling, forecasting, critical thinking, attention to detail, and clear communication. Depending on the position, employers may also seek proficiency with Excel, SQL, Python, R, statistical methods, or risk management systems.

  • Are there Risk Analyst jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Yes. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, including Risk Analyst opportunities. Compensation depends on factors such as role scope, experience, industry, and location; review individual listings for details.