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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$100K - $140K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing fraud detection and prevention. Lead a skilled group of analysts, driving innovative strategies and operational excellence to protect our portfolio and improv...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$72K - $117K *

Optimize sanctions compliance programs by overseeing frameworks, conducting risk assessments, and ensuring adherence to regulations. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance governance and deliver spe...

Mount Laurel, NJRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering comprehensive risk management solutions. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to assess and mitigate risks, develop strategies, and enhance project outcomes...

Dallas, TXRemote

Today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$145K - $165K *

Unlock potential by managing a significant portfolio of Private Company Management Liability accounts, focusing on new business development, relationship building, and strategic underwriting to maximi...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Analyze and optimize healthcare network performance through advanced data analytics. Collaborate cross-functionally to derive insights from large datasets, ensuring data quality and governance while d...

Overland Park, KSRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$128K - $268K *

Lead the charge in transforming credit risk management through strategic oversight, multidisciplinary team leadership, and innovative solutions. Drive operational excellence and governance while ensur...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $150K *

Lead the charge in innovative risk engineering and loss prevention, providing top-tier technical expertise for complex client engagements while shaping risk management strategies that enhance operatio...

United StatesRemote

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$92K - $133K *

Analyze healthcare data to drive 5-Star project success. Lead initiatives, conduct in-depth analysis, and ensure data accuracy while collaborating with stakeholders to enhance organizational performan...

Long Beach, CARemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Transform your career by enhancing data security and integrity. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement robust security measures, conduct audits, and mitigate risks while staying ahead of...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$199K - $370K *

Optimize your sales expertise by driving revenue in state government sectors. Leverage your knowledge of procurement processes to build relationships and close deals, while collaborating with a top-ti...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in optimizing claims management by leveraging technology and analytics. Oversee a high-performing team, ensuring operational effectiveness and compliance across multiple lines of busin...

Atlanta, GARemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$97K *

Unlock potential by leveraging complex criminal justice data to drive impactful analyses, collaborate with diverse teams, and enhance tools that support informed decision-making within the criminal ju...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $115K *

Unlock potential by managing a diverse credit portfolio, conducting in-depth financial analysis, and presenting strategic recommendations to senior management while fostering relationships with financ...

Baltimore, MDRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Drive clinical data quality as a Subject Matter Expert, ensuring effective data flows and integrity across healthcare systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize vendor strategies and...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$93K - $179K *

Drive impactful reinsurance processes, ensuring compliance and risk management while collaborating with partners. Lead projects, enhance efficiencies, and contribute to a new system implementation, fo...

San Antonio, TXRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Unlock the potential of implementation science as a Senior Program Analyst, driving quality improvement and program evaluation initiatives. Manage processes, databases, and reporting to enhance projec...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $150K *

Pioneer innovative reinsurance solutions by leveraging your expertise and relationships. Drive business growth through strategic client engagement, deal structuring, and market insights while collabor...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Shape the future of data-driven decision-making by delivering actionable insights and analytics. Collaborate across teams to enhance reporting and CRM efficiency, driving performance improvements and...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$110K - $149K *

Unlock potential by leading healthcare data analytics to enhance hospital quality performance and rankings. Collaborate with teams to design dashboards, mentor analysts, and present insights to execut...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$70K - $110K *

Unlock your potential by analyzing data and conducting audits to enhance compliance for innovative B2B and B2C platforms. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, apply critical thinking, and gain ins...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing security operations through proactive monitoring, incident response, and client engagement. This role offers the chance to lead investigations and improve sec...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$118K - $222K *

Transform the future of AI risk management by advising teams on tailored strategies, assessing AI systems, and operationalizing risk controls. Collaborate across functions to ensure effective governan...

Columbus, OHRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $130K *

Join a team that's driving product strategy through data analysis and insights. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product performance, uncover growth opportunities, and influence stra...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$94K - $107K *

Transform data governance operations by driving process adoption, supporting data stewards, and enhancing governance tools. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance, improve workflows, and leverage...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$149K - $262K *

Drive strategic capital initiatives and risk management by analyzing results across diverse insurance products, presenting insights to senior leadership, and enhancing forecasting processes to support...

Columbus, OHRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 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.