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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$95K - $115K *

Unlock your potential in a pivotal role enhancing recovery and resolution planning. Collaborate across teams to ensure compliance with U.S. regulations, driving financial resilience and preparedness d...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$93K - $179K *

Join us to leverage your AML modeling expertise to enhance quantitative risk analytics and support compliance initiatives. Collaborate across teams to develop and validate models that mitigate financi...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$93K - $179K *

Take ownership of quantitative risk analysis, leveraging AML expertise to enhance risk models and compliance strategies in a regulated financial environment while collaborating with cross-functional t...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$50K - $200K *

Drive results as you manage a portfolio, utilize sales tools, and collaborate to achieve quotas. Become a subject matter expert while engaging with clients, ensuring high retention and success in new...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Elevate patient care by coordinating risk management initiatives and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams. Develop technical skills while ensuring compliance with policies and enhancing customer...

6 days ago

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

$120K - $145K *

Tackle credit and risk challenges in a dynamic energy trading environment. Leverage commercial judgment and analytical skills to manage exposure and support decision-making within a lean, high-impact...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$120K - $151K *

Optimize risk management through analytics and governance, leading initiatives that enhance reporting and insights. Collaborate with teams to drive informed decision-making and improve risk practices...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by serving affluent clients with tailored insurance solutions. Drive business growth through strategic partnerships and expert consultative advice, while achieving sales goals and fos...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $110K *

Champion the analysis and documentation of telecommunications systems for DoD clients, ensuring quality deliverables, effective communication, and adherence to best practices in a dynamic and collabor...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$105K - $155K *

Join a dynamic risk management team to enhance frameworks and processes, assess risks, and support strategic initiatives. Collaborate with stakeholders to identify threats and opportunities, contribut...

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4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by serving as a key liaison between IT and business teams, facilitating software application support, gathering and analyzing requirements, and ensuring project success through effect...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$151K - $173K *

Shape the future of risk management by leading cross-functional initiatives, leveraging data insights, and collaborating with stakeholders to enhance processes and ensure organizational stability and...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $105K *

Unlock your potential by ensuring data accuracy and compliance in a fast-paced environment. Collaborate with teams to enhance processes and drive operational excellence while managing reconciliations...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$115K - $175K *

Unlock your potential in a dynamic role focused on underwriting and cultivating broker relationships to drive profitable E&S casualty business while collaborating across teams to achieve growth and op...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

Elevate your career by supporting critical security metrics and reporting initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to analyze data, create visualizations, and deliver actionable insights t...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$125K - $175K *

Champion risk management by leading workshops, developing risk profiles, and engaging stakeholders to enhance project outcomes. Collaborate with experts to assess risks and deliver training, while dri...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$125K - $175K *

Unlock your potential by leading risk management initiatives, collaborating with stakeholders to assess project risks, and developing comprehensive risk strategies. Engage clients and enhance your exp...

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2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $130K *

Elevate investment strategy by leading manager selection and due diligence for alternative assets, ensuring optimal portfolio construction and client engagement in a dynamic global setting...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in collateral management by analyzing and ensuring compliance with Tariff requirements, supporting regulatory filings, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance credit p...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $133K *

Advance data integrity and enhance processes as a Senior Business Analyst by collaborating with IT and finance teams. Drive automation and AI initiatives, ensuring regulatory compliance while deliveri...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$70K - $107K *

Transform your career by joining our dynamic team as you support underwriting activities, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in data management while collaborating with diverse stakeholders to enhance d...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$91K - $136K *

Engage with business leaders to implement risk management frameworks, mitigating enterprise-wide risks. Leverage extensive expertise to influence strategy and enhance operational resilience across mul...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$91K - $136K *

Transform risk management strategies by leveraging your expertise to guide cross-functional teams, implement frameworks, and mitigate enterprise-wide risks while influencing senior stakeholders and dr...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$91K - $136K *

Lead the charge in risk management by providing expert guidance and implementing frameworks to mitigate enterprise risks. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance strategies and ensure compl...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$91K - $136K *

Drive risk management excellence by leading frameworks and strategies to mitigate enterprise risks, collaborating with business leaders to enhance operational resilience and compliance across multiple...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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.