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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$107K - $150K *

Shape the future of our enterprise data platform by leading product strategy, defining capabilities, and ensuring alignment across business and technology teams to deliver scalable, secure, and truste...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $120K *

Elevate clinical trial success by providing expert oversight and guidance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance, quality, and timely execution of monitoring activities while fo...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$185K - $273K *

Lead the charge in designing secure AI architectures that enhance adoption across defense and intelligence sectors. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop innovative solutions and establis...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$70K - $125K *

Join a dynamic team as you collaborate with Wealth Advisors to deliver personalized financial planning and investment strategies, enhancing client relationships and driving success in wealth managemen...

Needham, MARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$73K - $132K *

Contribute to impactful environmental projects by analyzing data, preparing technical documents, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to support CERCLA investigations and remediation efforts...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Transform the recovery landscape by driving analytics and strategy for collections operations, creating impactful frameworks, enhancing performance metrics, and fostering cross-functional collaboratio...

United StatesRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$75K - $100K *

Unlock potential by leading innovative research initiatives that drive insights and strategies for top brands. Manage projects from design to delivery, utilizing both qualitative and quantitative meth...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team as a Cybersecurity Consultant to evaluate and enhance clients' security postures across diverse environments. Drive proactive assessments, collaborate with experts, and deliver act...

New York, NYRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$170K - $200K *

Unlock potential by spearheading scalable product solutions that transform workflow primitives into reusable components, driving efficiencies across teams and optimizing the collaboration between engi...

Palo Alto, CARemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Optimize payroll operations by leading cross-functional initiatives, analyzing processes, and delivering scalable solutions that enhance compliance, efficiency, and accuracy across the organization...

Ohio, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$72K - $122K *

Join a dynamic team to support clinical systems and enhance user workflows. You'll analyze needs, design/testing systems, and train personnel while coordinating with clinical staff and ensuring effect...

New Bedford, MARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$110K - $130K *

Empower organizational growth by leading development initiatives that enhance team effectiveness, drive change, and align workforce capabilities with business objectives. Collaborate across functions...

Laval, QCRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$116K - $187K *

Lead the charge in integrating healthcare systems, ensuring secure data exchange across platforms. Drive interoperability initiatives, optimize APIs, and enhance clinical data capabilities while suppo...

Providence, RIRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$74K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading proposal staffing and talent acquisition for major infrastructure projects. Collaborate with teams to source and secure top talent while managing full-cycle recruiting in a...

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2 weeks ago

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

$116K - $125K *

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4 days ago

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

$79K - $97K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing HR operations through hands-on support of Dayforce HCM and iCIMS. Leverage your expertise in HRIS to enhance processes, troubleshoot issues, and drive compli...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

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

$110K - $130K *

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United StatesRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$99K - $138K *

Help us streamline partner diligence and change management processes, ensuring compliance and operational efficiency. Collaborate across teams to enhance partner relationships and support their lendin...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Drive the success of training programs by leading daily operations, ensuring effective onboarding, and adapting training to meet evolving client and operational needs while fostering trainer developme...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Transform client engagements by leading cybersecurity initiatives, managing risks, and coaching junior consultants. Drive strategic discussions and deliver high-quality results while fostering growth...

Washington, DCRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$137K - $233K *

Elevate enterprise data management by leading product strategy and execution. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver impactful data products that enhance decision-making and drive business...

Portland, ORRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$85K - $268K *

Drive sales and distribution of AEDs and related systems in the Education and Utility sectors. This high-impact role focuses on creating demand, building a pipeline, and closing complex opportunities...

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3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$135K - $178K *

Transform data governance by leading initiatives that bridge legal compliance, data security, and technology operations. Drive innovative self-service workflows while ensuring compliance across divers...

United StatesRemote

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $130K *

Unlock potential by driving healthcare finance consulting excellence. Collaborate with project teams to enhance service delivery through financial modeling, data analytics, and quality improvement ini...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $94K *

Unlock your potential by analyzing and enhancing processes within the revenue cycle. Collaborate with dynamic teams to generate impactful insights, drive improvements, and influence strategic initiati...

Clinton, MARemote

Reposted 6 days 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.