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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$80K - $95K *

Analyze and implement quantitative risk models to enhance risk management, supporting the development of AI-driven solutions across various banking activities and contributing to a robust risk culture...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$77K - $103K *

Drive strategic insights by analyzing data and market trends to optimize pricing and profitability in the Home Equity business, collaborating with cross-functional teams to influence key business deci...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$77K - $103K *

Engage with cross-functional teams to analyze business opportunities, support pricing strategies, and influence outcomes in the Home Equity sector, driving profitability and strategic initiatives thro...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$77K - $103K *

Unlock potential by partnering cross-functionally to analyze business opportunities, support pricing strategies, and influence outcomes in the Home Equity sector, while gaining exposure to senior-leve...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$77K - $103K *

Unlock potential by leveraging data analytics to drive pricing strategies and enhance profitability in the Home Equity sector. Collaborate cross-functionally to influence key business decisions and su...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $110K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing enterprise operations through effective IT service management. As a Security Analyst, you'll design, implement, and support secure LAN systems while ensuring...

Today

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

$160K - $190K *

Lead the development and execution of underwriting quality assurance and audit frameworks, ensuring compliance and risk management across business units. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enh...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$123K - $140K *

Manage and enhance a comprehensive Third Party Risk Management program, overseeing vendor security assessments, remediation efforts, and continuous monitoring to ensure robust risk management and comp...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$90K - $114K *

Drive impactful data analysis by leveraging AI frameworks and statistical models to produce business intelligence solutions, identify trends, and enhance reporting for the Office of Responsible AI Saf...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Take ownership of liquidity risk metrics by calculating, reporting, and monitoring key indicators. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and develop strategies that support trea...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$170K - $252K *

Lead strategic risk management initiatives, ensuring alignment with global standards while fostering collaboration across teams to mitigate business risks in the Alternatives sector. Drive change and...

5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$170K - $252K *

Champion risk management excellence by leading strategic initiatives, collaborating with global teams, and driving compliance within the Alternatives sector to enhance operational resilience and stake...

5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$170K - $252K *

Lead the charge in Business Risk Management by partnering with Alternatives to identify, assess, and mitigate risks. Drive strategic initiatives, ensuring alignment with global standards while fosteri...

5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$93K *

Shape the future of risk management by overseeing institutional programs, conducting assessments, and advising leadership on risk strategies to foster a proactive, risk-aware culture across the organi...

Today

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

$80K - $95K *

Transform data into actionable insights by leading analytics initiatives, collaborating with teams to develop reports and dashboards, and enhancing data quality to support healthcare objectives and dr...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Pioneer innovative risk management solutions by collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams to drive client success across various industries, enhancing internal controls and compliance while fosterin...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by leveraging your accounting expertise to deliver tailored risk management solutions, collaborating with diverse teams to optimize client operations and enhance compliance across var...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by delivering innovative risk management solutions with multi-disciplinary teams, fostering client relationships, and ensuring adherence to best practices through audits while develop...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$131K - $164K *

Elevate vendor security by managing the review lifecycle, evaluating risks, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and effective training programs. Drive continuous improve...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$110K - $130K *

Manage enterprise data security assessments and remediation efforts, collaborating with stakeholders to enhance data protection processes and reporting metrics, ensuring compliance and operational eff...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$96K - $174K *

Champion data-driven decision-making by analyzing complex datasets to uncover insights, identify trends, and support strategic initiatives. Collaborate across teams to enhance operational efficiency a...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$105K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing law enforcement risk management across Colorado. Lead process improvements, develop training programs, and provide expert consultation to member agencies whil...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $315K *

Shape the future of enterprise technology risk and governance by defining frameworks and policies while partnering with senior leaders to translate complex issues into clear, actionable business strat...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team as a data analyst, focusing on credit risk and loan portfolio analytics. Leverage data science methodologies to ensure data integrity and support management reporting while collabo...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$164K - $224K *

Shape the future of fraud mitigation by optimizing cross-functional strategies to enhance identity verification and streamline application processes, ensuring a secure platform for customers through d...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks 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.