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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$80K - $95K *

Transform enterprise risk management by independently administering frameworks, analyzing risk data, identifying emerging trends, and guiding business units. Serve as a developing expert assisting wit...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $153K *

Join a dynamic team to drive data strategy and governance across Risk, Finance and Treasury. You’ll enhance data capabilities, ensure regulatory compliance, and collaborate with diverse stakeholders t...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Help us drive effective credit risk oversight through data analysis and governance support. Collaborate cross-functionally to improve transparency and enhance decision-making across consumer lending p...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by delivering complex risk reporting and data analysis. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance business intelligence and support risk management initiatives while mentoring team mem...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by delivering complex risk reporting and data analysis. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance business intelligence and support risk management initiatives while mentoring team mem...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Unlock potential by managing risk and cost for a high-profile design-build program. Collaborate with military and design teams to ensure successful delivery of modern facilities for medical training...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$75K - $90K *

Take ownership of critical analysis and reporting for companywide processes, collaborating across departments to provide insights on reserving, forecasting, and portfolio analyses, while leveraging ad...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Champion risk management initiatives by developing tools and policies that enhance risk analysis, reporting, and mitigation efforts across the organization, while collaborating closely with senior lea...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$116K - $216K *

Drive the governance and administration of enterprise risk committees, ensuring compliance with policies and regulatory standards. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance governance processes and sup...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

Explore the realm of quantitative risk management by developing and governing advanced models for commodity trading. Collaborate across teams to ensure robust risk analytics and decision-supporting in...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$96K - $136K *

Engage with stakeholders to identify, manage, and report risks within the Credit Platform. Leverage strong relationships and risk acumen to support compliance and enhance decision-making, ensuring ali...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$96K - $136K *

Grow your career with a dynamic Risk Marketplace team, guiding risk management for Credit Platforms. Collaborate with stakeholders to identify and mitigate risks, ensuring compliance while fostering s...

Markham, ONIn-Person

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$96K - $136K *

Join a team that's integral to managing risk within the Credit Platform, guiding stakeholders through complex regulatory landscapes while fostering strong relationships and ensuring compliance with or...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$96K - $136K *

Transform the landscape of risk management by partnering with Credit Platform teams to identify, assess, and communicate risks, ensuring compliance and strategic alignment while fostering strong relat...

Mississauga, ONIn-Person

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Advance your career by conducting critical supply chain risk analysis to enhance missile defense systems. Collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team to identify vulnerabilities and present actionable...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $180K *

Join a dynamic research team to drive innovative risk modeling and resilience strategies for utilities. Leverage advanced statistical methods to enhance infrastructure reliability and inform critical...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$117K - $153K *

Champion the deployment and integration of physical security technology across AMER and LATAM. Lead multiple projects, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to corporate standards while coordinating...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$92K - $109K *

Engage in comprehensive research on investment suitability, collaborating with senior management and analysts to prepare insightful reports and recommendations that guide portfolio strategies and inve...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $100K *

Manage enterprise data stewardship by ensuring data governance, hygiene, and documentation across systems. Collaborate with teams to define, maintain, and resolve data issues, supporting organizationa...

2 weeks ago

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

$70K - $125K *

Unlock potential by leveraging data analytics and predictive modeling to enhance underwriting, pricing, and operational decisions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver transformative ins...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$139K - $170K *

Empower the actuarial reporting process by ensuring accurate US Statutory, GAAP, and Tax reporting. Collaborate with finance teams to analyze financial results, support audits, and drive process impro...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $160K *

The Renewal Risk Engineer will be responsible for underwriting and managing a renewal book of Management Liability and Professional Liability business. This role involves evaluating risk exposures, pr...

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Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Collaborate with diverse teams to manage risk in AEC projects, ensuring effective contract negotiation, insurance oversight, and claims management while contributing to policy development and supporti...

3 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing cybersecurity by identifying risks, advising stakeholders, and implementing best practices. Your expertise will drive proactive measures to protect organizati...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$65K - $98K *

Unlock the potential of risk management by collaborating across teams to enhance resilience and protect assets. Drive initiatives in global insurance programs while supporting strategic decision-makin...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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.