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.
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.
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 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.
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.
$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...
Today
Model Risk Associate - AI Risk Governance
$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...
Reposted 3 days ago
Product Analyst / Senior Product Analyst
$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...
1 week ago
$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...
2 weeks ago
Senior Actuary - Actuarial Enterprise Risk Management - REMOTE
$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...
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Senior Risk Consultant - US East
$110K - $130K *
Join a team that's tackling fraud detection by managing client engagements, analyzing risk patterns, and optimizing machine learning strategies to deliver impactful solutions and operational efficienc...
4 weeks ago
Regulatory Strategy Consultant
$125K - $150K *
Drive regulatory strategy across major programs, leading high-impact submissions and authority engagement. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize clinical development and ensure complianc...
1 week ago
AVP Enterprise Risk Management Specialist
$95K - $115K *
Transform the bank's Enterprise Risk Management framework by identifying, assessing, and reporting risks across operations and fintech partnerships, ensuring a consistent, risk-based approach to manag...
1 week ago
Sr Data Scientist, Finance, Brokerage & Market Risk
$110K - $130K *
Join a team that's shaping the future of finance by optimizing data pipelines, enhancing reporting systems, and collaborating with stakeholders. Drive insights and analytics to improve financial proce...
Reposted 1 week ago
Audit Policy Analyst, Post-Acute Services
$80K - $95K *
Innovate post-acute payment integrity by developing and optimizing audit concepts for DME, home health, and infusion therapy claims. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure compliance and enhance ope...
Yesterday
Lead Director - Data Scientist - Forecasting Accuracy and Analytical insights for Underwriting
$144K - $288K *
Shape the future of underwriting analytics by leading a team of data scientists to enhance forecasting accuracy and drive strategic insights, ensuring financial integrity and operational excellence ac...
Reposted 5 days ago
Senior Business Analyst (Consumer and Merchant Analytics)
$100K - $129K *
Accelerate progress at a growing company by transforming data into strategic insights, enhancing sales efficiency with automated reporting, and driving data-driven improvements across teams to support...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Senior Operational & Financial Risk Analyst
$85K - $106K *
Transform risk management by providing independent oversight and automation of risk metrics. Collaborate with teams to evaluate controls, conduct assessments, and ensure compliance, driving improvemen...
2 weeks ago
Business Analyst - R&D Advisory
$100K - $120K *
Grow your career with a dynamic team focused on enhancing life science R&D efficiency. As a Functional Business Analyst, you'll drive process improvements and support change management initiatives acr...
1 week ago
$130K - $170K *
Empower your career by leveraging actuarial expertise to drive strategic rate filings and innovative pricing solutions within a collaborative global team, influencing business outcomes through detaile...
Reposted 3 days ago
Senior Data Scientist, Revenue & Risk Analytics
$125K - $145K *
Elevate revenue and risk strategies by leveraging data insights to drive impactful business decisions. Collaborate across teams to optimize processes, influence product development, and enhance client...
3 days ago
Senior Risk Manager - Risk and Insurance Team
$100K - $120K *
Transform risk management strategies by leading initiatives that enhance safety and mitigate loss across facilities. Collaborate with senior leadership to address complex risk exposures and drive cont...
Reposted 1 week ago
$110K - $130K *
Transform product strategy in Chemical & Workplace Safety by leading initiatives from discovery to delivery. Collaborate across teams to balance customer needs and business goals, driving measurable o...
2 weeks ago
Manager, Enterprise Risk Management
$80K - $100K *
Lead efforts to monitor and mitigate fraud risks in credit card processing. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance fraud detection strategies and ensure a seamless customer experience whil...
Today
$110K - $130K *
Join a team that's dedicated to advancing clinical research through statistical expertise. Collaborate with medical professionals to design, analyze, and report on clinical studies, ensuring complianc...
Today
$94K - $136K *
Transform financial insights into strategic decisions by providing advanced analytical support across Finance, Operations, and Strategic Planning. Collaborate with leadership to drive impactful projec...
4 days ago
$90K - $110K *
Innovate data solutions by developing complex reports and analyses to support senior management and client needs. Collaborate with teams to enhance data literacy and provide technical guidance across...
Today
$90K - $100K *
Analyze complex data to develop insightful reports, support client needs, and provide technical guidance to analysts. Collaborate with senior management to enhance decision-making and drive business g...
1 week ago
Risk and Central Monitoring Associate Manager
$65K - $130K *
Contribute to clinical trial success by leading risk management and central monitoring activities. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with ICH GCP guidelines and enhance qual...
Reposted yesterday
$80K - $95K *
Unlock your potential by providing vital support in operational continuity and crisis management. Collaborate with teams to enhance enterprise resilience through effective planning, coordination, and...
1 week ago
What does a Risk Analyst do?
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?
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?
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?
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?
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.