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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$177K - $322K *

Architect scalable AI solutions by designing robust architectures that integrate seamlessly across teams. Collaborate on workflows, ensure reliability, and promote reusable patterns to enhance AI agen...

Richardson, TXRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$98K - $167K *

Innovate within our network security team by leading the engineering and automation of enterprise security platforms. Drive technical excellence and enhance infrastructure management through modern pr...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$109K - $136K *

Take ownership of Treasury operations by managing cash movements, automating reporting processes, and enhancing efficiency through innovative tools. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure accurate f...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$171K - $265K *

Strategize and lead the operations technology vision, driving modernization and innovation across platforms to enhance business outcomes in customer service, claims, and digital solutions, while foste...

Richmond, VARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Drive client satisfaction by cultivating relationships with lenders, overseeing account management, and identifying new business opportunities. Collaborate with internal teams to ensure seamless servi...

Texas, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$63K - $129K *

Contribute to system quality by executing test cases, analyzing requirements, and validating functionality to ensure compliance and stability in a fast-paced environment. Collaborate with teams to enh...

United StatesRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $200K *

Develop and maintain robust data pipelines and models, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance data practices and ensure quality. Drive modernization efforts in data engineering, optimizi...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$140K - $185K *

Transform complex commercial property risks into profitable solutions. Leverage your expertise in underwriting to manage a dedicated book of business, mentor junior staff, and collaborate with brokers...

San Diego, CARemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$180K - $220K *

Join a team that's shaping clinical sales strategies and enhancing client relationships. Lead initiatives that drive market growth and improve patient satisfaction while collaborating across disciplin...

Harrisburg, PARemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Transform financial operations by leveraging Workday expertise to enhance reporting, payroll, and planning processes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable solutions and drive co...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$69K - $92K *

Manage a portfolio of claims, conducting investigations and negotiating settlements while ensuring compliance with regulations. Collaborate with stakeholders to resolve complex issues and maintain acc...

Illinois, USRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Drive functional safety initiatives across teams, ensuring compliance and alignment with industry standards. Collaborate globally to enhance product safety and guide strategic safety policies througho...

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Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$163K - $224K *

Drive the development and enhancement of a comprehensive Business Resilience program, ensuring organizational preparedness and response across global operations. Collaborate with various functions to...

Minnesota, USRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Empower our team to build innovative security and governance solutions, shaping access management for both human and agent users. Lead a small, dynamic group as we define architectural foundations and...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by managing complex medical malpractice claims, ensuring timely resolutions and high customer service. Utilize strong analytical skills to navigate severe injury cases while coordinat...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$96K - $181K *

Join a team that's committed to safeguarding client data through robust governance and innovative solutions. Lead data security initiatives, enhance governance processes, and drive readiness for post...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $150K *

Lead the charge in building a robust revenue engine for a new Home & Auto insurance unit. Design and implement CRM systems, optimize sales processes, and enhance data-driven decision-making to support...

CanadaRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$115K - $173K *

Elevate your career by leading governance and oversight for GSE and investor requirements in Residential Lending. Drive strategic direction, manage complex functions, and collaborate with senior leade...

Mount Laurel, NJRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Join our dynamic Delivery team to design and develop robust data pipelines, leveraging cloud technologies and distributed systems while ensuring optimal performance and scalability for our clients' da...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$86K - $138K *

Champion financial analysis and reporting by conducting in-depth research, preparing forecasts, and collaborating across departments to enhance decision-making and drive business success...

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Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $100K *

Manage and execute complex LIMS implementations for public health and environmental labs. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure project success, stakeholder alignment, and high-quality out...

Tucson, AZRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$157K - $298K *

Lead the charge in data migration and harmonization initiatives, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure data accuracy and integrity for enterprise reporting and analytics, while driving c...

Wisconsin, USRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$60K - $103K *

Engage with stakeholders to analyze business processes, identify improvements, and develop solutions that enhance efficiency. Collaborate with teams to ensure seamless integration and support project...

San Juan, PRRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$139K - $176K *

Unlock potential by leading the development of a transformative AI platform. Drive product strategy, enhance user experience, and ensure alignment across teams to deliver impactful solutions that empo...

New Jersey, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$77K - $99K *

Unlock potential by leading investigations into fraud, waste, and abuse in Medicaid. Ensure compliance through quality audits and manage regulatory deliverables, collaborating with stakeholders to uph...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 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.