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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$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

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's pivotal in bridging business and technology, leading project delivery, and enhancing credit risk processes through effective analysis and stakeholder collaboration...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$86K - $113K *

Empower our team by implementing third-party risk frameworks and conducting assessments. Collaborate globally to enhance operational efficiency and drive risk management practices across our organizat...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$86K - $113K *

Empower third-party risk management by executing assessments and collaborating globally. Drive operational efficiency and enhance governance practices across diverse teams while identifying and mitiga...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in identifying and mitigating cybersecurity risks, collaborating with operational teams to enhance the agency's information security posture through strategic assessments and effective...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $110K *

Shape the future of pricing by collaborating with teams to innovate solutions, optimize processes, and enhance analytics, driving impactful business transformations and new capabilities...

Markham, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$73K - $100K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing financial integrity through rigorous evaluation and testing of internal controls, ensuring compliance, and providing actionable insights to management for imp...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$73K - $100K *

Take ownership of evaluating and enhancing internal financial controls, ensuring compliance and effectiveness across processes and systems. Collaborate cross-functionally to identify risks and impleme...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in managing credit risk for Lombard lending, overseeing proposals, collateral, and compliance. Ensure alignment with regulatory standards while monitoring exposures and advising teams...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Deliver impactful risk reporting and analytics to support regulatory compliance and capital assessment. Lead initiatives, enhance processes, and collaborate with stakeholders to ensure timely, accurat...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$72K - $100K *

Join our dynamic team as a Sr. Credit Analyst, owning the underwriting cycle from application review to decision-making. Leverage your analytical skills to enhance credit processes and contribute to a...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Grow your career with a dynamic team focused on IT consulting and internal audit. Leverage your expertise in risk management and technology to deliver impactful solutions for clients, while enjoying a...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$90K - $120K *

Transform financial operations by leveraging your analytical skills to enhance budgeting, forecasting, and reporting processes. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure accurate financial management a...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$164K - $259K *

Unlock potential by leading independent risk oversight in actuarial and financial disciplines. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product development, pricing strategies, and regulator...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$117K - $139K *

Elevate data-driven decision-making by enhancing the actuarial sandbox datamart and automating analytical processes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver reliable data solutions that sup...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$164K - $259K *

Empower your career by leading risk management initiatives, ensuring effective oversight of actuarial and financial disciplines. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive strategic decisions an...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$164K - $259K *

Unlock potential by leading independent risk oversight in actuarial and financial disciplines. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product development, pricing strategies, and regulator...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$164K - $259K *

Advance risk management strategies by leading independent reviews of actuarial and financial risks, ensuring alignment with business objectives and regulatory standards while collaborating across team...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$164K - $259K *

Lead the charge in managing actuarial and financial risks through robust oversight and strategic collaboration. Drive independent reviews and enhance risk frameworks to align with evolving business st...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$164K - $259K *

Champion effective risk management by leading independent reviews and analyses in actuarial and financial disciplines. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance ALM methodologies and support...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Drive project success by managing risk processes, collaborating with teams, and ensuring effective mitigation strategies. Maintain risk registers, facilitate reviews, and support project governance to...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$85K - $150K *

Execute technology risk assessments and control testing while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance cybersecurity practices and mitigate emerging risks. Drive continuous improvement ini...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$85K - $150K *

Shape the future of technology risk management by executing control testing, validating issues, and reporting risks. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance cybersecurity practices and driv...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $110K *

Elevate data accuracy by analyzing user queries and improving AI responses. Collaborate with Product Management, Data Science, and Engineering to ensure Prism delivers trustworthy insights, enhancing...

Philadelphia, PARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

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.