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.
AVP, Enterprise Risk Management Analyst II - Risk Management
$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
Regulatory Reporting Data Management Lead – Assistant Vice President
$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
Sr. Risk Analyst, Credit Risk Management
$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
Risk Data and Reporting Senior Analyst II
$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
Risk Data and Reporting Senior Analyst II
$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
$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
$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
Senior Risk Management Analyst
$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
Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) Policy and Governance Risk Analyst
$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
$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
$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...
6 days ago
$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...
6 days ago
$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...
6 days ago
$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...
6 days ago
Supply Chain Risk Management Analyst
$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
Principal Research Scientist - Risk
$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
$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
$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
Business Analyst, Data Governance
$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
Planning Analytics & Risk Management - Modeling Analyst
$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
Senior Actuary, US Reporting & Analysis
$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
Renewal Risk Engineer - Management Liability
$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...
Reposted 3 days ago
Risk Manager - Corporate Services
$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
Business Risk Intelligence Analyst
$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
Corporate Insurance/Risk Analyst
$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
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.