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.
Risk Management Manager, Financial Advisory Services
$100K - $120K *
Elevate your career by leading risk management for our Financial Advisory Services. Collaborate with teams to identify and mitigate risks while ensuring compliance and delivering high-quality client s...
1 week ago
Risk Management Manager, Financial Advisory Services
$110K - $130K *
Lead the charge in risk management for a dynamic Financial Advisory Services team, collaborating with leadership to identify and mitigate risks while ensuring compliance and operational efficiency acr...
1 week ago
Risk Management Manager, Financial Advisory Services
$110K - $130K *
Lead the charge in risk management for a dynamic Financial Advisory Services practice. Collaborate with teams to identify and mitigate risks, develop controls, and ensure compliance, all while enhanci...
1 week ago
Risk Management Manager, Financial Advisory Services
$110K - $130K *
Join a dynamic team as a Risk Management Manager, leading risk initiatives in Financial Advisory Services. Collaborate with leadership to identify and mitigate risks while ensuring compliance and enha...
1 week ago
Health Analytics Senior Consultant / Senior Data Analyst
$110K - $135K *
Reimagine healthcare analytics by transforming complex data into actionable insights. Collaborate across teams to enhance reporting, streamline processes, and drive efficiency in audit activities, ens...
1 week ago
Health Analytics Senior Consultant / Senior Data Analyst
$110K - $135K *
Transform healthcare analytics by leveraging your expertise in data analysis, reporting, and collaboration. Drive insights from complex datasets, enhance audit processes, and partner with cross-functi...
1 week ago
Risk Management Manager, Financial Advisory Services
$120K - $145K *
Transform risk management within our Financial Advisory Services by collaborating with leadership and teams to identify, address, and mitigate operational and regulatory risks, ensuring high-quality c...
1 week ago
Risk Management Manager, Financial Advisory Services
$110K - $130K *
Champion risk management within a dynamic financial advisory practice, collaborating with leadership to identify and mitigate operational, regulatory, and professional risks while ensuring high-qualit...
1 week ago
Risk Management Manager, Financial Advisory Services
$110K - $130K *
Drive risk management excellence in a dynamic financial advisory practice. Collaborate with leadership to identify and mitigate risks, develop controls, and ensure compliance, all while enhancing clie...
1 week ago
Risk Management Manager, Financial Advisory Services
$110K - $130K *
Join a team that's shaping risk management in financial advisory services. Collaborate with leadership to identify and mitigate risks while developing effective controls and training, ensuring high-qu...
1 week ago
Clinical Risk Manager/ Quality Coordinator
$80K - $95K *
Transform healthcare quality and safety by leading risk management initiatives, enhancing patient outcomes, and fostering collaboration among clinical teams to ensure the highest standards of care and...
1 week ago
$100K - $120K *
Engage with diverse teams to analyze, manage, and improve datasets for traders and researchers, driving data quality and insights in a fast-paced financial environment. Your contributions will support...
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$116K - $197K *
Join a team that's shaping the future of risk management through strategic analysis and technical expertise. Leverage your 5–7 years of experience to drive improvements in claims processes, data integ...
3 weeks ago
Senior Insurance Product Analyst
$100K - $120K *
Join a team that's revolutionizing insurance products by analyzing, designing, and implementing innovative solutions to enhance profitability and coverage, while collaborating with cross-functional te...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Senior Insurance Product Analyst
$100K - $120K *
Contribute to the growth of insurance products by analyzing profitability, creating new initiatives, and enhancing existing offerings. Be a key player in navigating regulatory filings and fostering co...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Research & Portfolio Management Engineering - Analyst
$135K - $155K *
Join a dynamic team to develop scalable cloud-based solutions for quantitative research, enhancing data processing and model generation to support innovative investment strategies and drive business s...
2 days ago
Senior Analyst - Market Data Governance & Procurement
$90K - $110K *
Take ownership of market data governance, managing vendor relationships, contract negotiations, and financial controls. Collaborate across teams to enhance data quality and operational efficiency whil...
1 week ago
Senior Analyst - Market Data Governance & Procurement
$90K - $110K *
Lead the charge in market data governance, managing vendor relationships, contract negotiations, and financial oversight to enhance data quality and operational efficiency across the organization...
1 week ago
Sr Manager, Risk Analytics/Modeling
$120K - $145K *
Transform financial decision-making by leading model enhancements, ensuring accuracy and scalability of PolyPaths infrastructure. Collaborate across teams to solve complex modeling challenges and supp...
Reposted 1 week ago
North America Health Chief Actuary
$300K - $375K *
Drive strategic actuarial leadership in healthcare, shaping financial services and insights. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance client solutions, promote growth, and ensure operational...
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North America Health Chief Actuary
$300K - $375K *
Lead the charge in defining strategic actuarial direction for Health Solutions, collaborating with leadership to drive profitable growth and deliver actionable insights, while fostering a high-perform...
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North America Health Chief Actuary
$300K - $375K *
Lead the charge in defining strategic actuarial direction for U.S. Health, driving profitable growth through expert insights, team development, and innovative solutions while ensuring operational exce...
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North America Health Chief Actuary
$300K - $375K *
Shape the future of healthcare actuarial services by leading strategic initiatives, driving innovation, and fostering high-performing teams. Collaborate with leadership to deliver actionable insights...
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North America Health Chief Actuary
$300K - $375K *
Join a dynamic team as a senior leader in healthcare actuarial services, driving strategic direction and innovation. Collaborate with executives to enhance client solutions and operational efficiency...
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North America Health Chief Actuary
$300K - $375K *
Transform healthcare actuarial services by leading strategic initiatives, driving innovation, and fostering high-performing teams. Collaborate with leadership to enhance client solutions and ensure op...
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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.