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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$94K - $107K *

Support and enhance data governance operations by collaborating with teams to implement standards, manage data cataloging, and drive tool adoption, ensuring compliance and effective governance workflo...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$106K - $147K *

Analyze financial and economic data to support forecasting and business decisions. Develop and maintain analytical models while ensuring data integrity and collaborating with stakeholders to enhance m...

Kentucky, USRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$68K - $126K *

Elevate client success by serving as a strategic partner to financial professionals, driving growth and retention through consultative sales expertise and relationship management across your assigned...

RemoteRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $155K *

Analyze complex commercial claims, ensuring thorough investigations and effective resolutions. Collaborate with internal and external parties to manage litigated and non-litigated claims, leveraging s...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's redefining financial strategies. As a Senior FP&A Analyst, you will lead R&D budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis, impacting vital business decisions while collaborating wi...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Serve as a consultative seller to expand the DOJ portfolio by leveraging innovative technologies, fostering key relationships, and addressing critical security risks within federal law enforcement and...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$105K - $162K *

Partner with us to identify and develop innovative payment policies that drive cost savings and enhance healthcare delivery. Collaborate with stakeholders to assess opportunities and influence strateg...

Virginia Beach, VARemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$88K - $154K *

Lead the charge in enhancing safety and quality standards; administer the Risk Program and conduct audits, assessments, and training. Collaborate with various stakeholders to ensure compliance and imp...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$88K - $147K *

Oversee project financial performance and analytics, ensuring effective management across complex contracts. Collaborate with teams to enhance processes and deliver actionable insights, driving operat...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Unlock strategic insights as a Senior Financial Analyst, driving financial performance and process improvements across departments. Collaborate with leaders to enhance decision-making and support grow...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$121K - $167K *

Lead the evolution of real estate applications by designing and implementing innovative technology solutions, enhancing system reliability, and driving proactive support across Yardi platforms and int...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Empower your career as a Senior Pharma Business Analyst, collaborating with Life Sciences clients to drive data and analytics initiatives while translating business needs into actionable solutions, en...

Pennsylvania, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Innovate solutions by analyzing and supporting enterprise applications in a healthcare setting. Collaborate with teams to enhance workflows, troubleshoot issues, and lead projects, ensuring optimal so...

Arizona, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading the implementation of a cutting-edge multinational insurance platform, enhancing workflows and collaboration across diverse territories while ensuring compliance and operat...

Warren, NJRemote

Yesterday

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$82K - $86K *

Lead the charge in managing complex liability claims, ensuring thorough investigations, evaluations, and negotiations. Collaborate with clients and legal teams to achieve optimal resolutions while adh...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$86K - $138K *

Lead actuarial initiatives by leveraging your expertise to analyze complex data, mentor junior staff, and develop innovative solutions that drive informed decision-making and enhance operational effic...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Take ownership of cybersecurity initiatives by monitoring, detecting, and responding to security threats. Collaborate with IT teams to enhance security posture and ensure compliance while staying upda...

New York, NYRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Join our dynamic team as you drive accurate commission management, streamline processes, and shape incentive plans in a fast-paced GTM organization. Leverage your expertise to resolve disputes and enh...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $138K *

Optimize sales strategies and drive growth in the US Academic market by partnering with teams to deliver innovative research solutions, enhance customer relationships, and achieve sales targets while...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Lead compliance excellence by conducting quality reviews, enhancing processes, and providing expert guidance to ensure timely, accurate client service and adherence to regulatory standards in a dynami...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $150K *

Transform client challenges into innovative AI solutions by leading projects, collaborating with teams, and developing applications that enhance business efficiency. Engage directly with clients to en...

Indianapolis, INRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$75K - $126K *

Champion client success by managing key financial services accounts, driving strategic initiatives, and fostering executive relationships to enhance retention and growth. Collaborate across teams to d...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $110K *

Drive sales and develop relationships with financial advisors across various channels to enhance market share and revenue for investment products, while collaborating with team members to leverage dat...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $110K *

Deliver impactful data insights by transforming complex datasets into actionable analytics. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance decision-making and support advanced analytics initiatives within a...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Manage and optimize Epic Professional Billing workflows, focusing on Claims and Remittance. Serve as a key resource for end-users, troubleshooting issues and enhancing billing processes to ensure accu...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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.