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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$111K - $132K *

Transform risk management by overseeing district safety programs and employee benefits, analyzing claims, and implementing effective policies to minimize risks while ensuring compliance with regulatio...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$120K - $145K *

Shape the future of insider risk management by designing and refining quantitative models, collaborating across teams, and translating complex data into actionable insights for a highly regulated fina...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$54K - $111K *

Transform credit analysis by overseeing underwriting processes, monitoring risks, and preparing detailed credit approval documents. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance and enhance customer exp...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$54K - $111K *

Shape the future of credit analysis by underwriting and monitoring loans, identifying risks, and preparing detailed reports. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance and enhance customer experience...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$54K - $111K *

Lead the charge in credit analysis by underwriting, monitoring risks, and preparing approval documents. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance and enhance customer experience while managing compl...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $157K *

Shape the future of payments resilience by leading business readiness and operational strategies for SWIFT capabilities, ensuring seamless integration and robust contingency planning across teams and...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Join our Pharmacy Finance Analytics team to analyze complex data, develop forecasting models, and deliver actionable insights that drive strategic decisions and improve financial outcomes in pharmacy...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Unlock your potential by contributing to cybersecurity efforts, developing tools and methods to mitigate risks, and supporting vulnerability assessments to enhance information security across agency s...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $135K *

Join us to bridge business and technical teams, translating reporting needs into actionable data requirements for a next-gen Analytical Data Lakehouse in the Property & Casualty Insurance domain...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Unlock the potential of privacy operations by collaborating with stakeholders to enhance data governance, support technology implementation, and drive a customer-centric culture while managing project...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to maintaining portfolio quality and enhancing client relationships. You'll lead due diligence, underwriting, and credit structuring while managing risk and driving insigh...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

Drive impactful risk evaluations by leveraging your engineering expertise to enhance underwriting processes and support high-risk account management through strategic loss control initiatives and team...

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2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Partner with us to drive impactful credit decisions and manage client portfolios. Leverage your expertise in underwriting and risk assessment to ensure compliance and foster strong client relationship...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $95K *

Analyze and validate financial reports while ensuring compliance with loan agreements. Collaborate with teams to monitor portfolios, underwrite transactions, and present findings to management, drivin...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$160K - $170K *

Empower operational risk management by providing independent oversight, identifying risks, and advising senior leaders. Collaborate with business units to enhance risk frameworks and ensure compliance...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$160K - $170K *

Manage independent risk oversight for operational risks within the Technology, Data, & Operations team. Collaborate with senior leaders to identify, assess, and mitigate risks while fostering a proact...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$160K - $170K *

Elevate operational risk management by providing independent oversight, identifying risks, and advising senior leaders. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance risk frameworks and ensure co...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$160K - $170K *

Champion operational risk oversight by identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks across business units. Collaborate with senior leaders to enhance risk management strategies and ensure compliance w...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$160K - $170K *

Lead the charge in independent risk oversight for operational risk management, collaborating with senior leaders to identify, assess, and mitigate risks while enhancing a proactive risk culture across...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$116K - $216K *

Join a team that's pioneering AI risk management governance, enhancing frameworks and assessments across business lines. Collaborate with diverse functions to ensure compliance and effective deploymen...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$101K - $131K *

Join us to lead life underwriting risk selection and strategy, ensuring financial strength and compliance while enhancing customer experience. Collaborate across functions to align decisions with mort...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Drive vendor risk management processes by overseeing the full third-party lifecycle, ensuring effective compliance, operational integrity, and strategic oversight in line with regulatory and organizat...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Elevate your career by managing the full third-party lifecycle, including risk assessment, due diligence, and vendor compliance. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure effective oversight and report...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$84K - $109K *

Transform data quality initiatives by analyzing complex datasets, documenting requirements, and collaborating with stakeholders to ensure accurate reporting and compliance with T-MSIS standards. Drive...

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$92K - $110K *

Deliver strategic leadership and operational oversight to enhance decision-making processes within the Veterans Health Administration's EHRM, ensuring effective collaboration and communication across...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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.