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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$180K - $200K *

Drive the development and enhancement of advanced mortgage prepayment and credit performance models. Collaborate with structured finance and risk teams while leading econometric and ML modeling initia...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $133K *

Join a team that's committed to enhancing business processes and leveraging AI to drive efficiencies. Collaborate with various departments to ensure data integrity while implementing innovative soluti...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$165K - $200K *

Empower client success by leading a team of Account Executives managing complex Commercial Lines accounts. Drive revenue growth and retention through strategic relationship building and proactive acco...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$99K - $252K *

Take ownership of risk modeling projects, guiding teams to assess financial risks through data analysis and statistical modeling while ensuring timely deliverables and client satisfaction in the Assur...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$99K - $252K *

Champion risk modeling initiatives by leading teams to assess financial risks through advanced statistical analysis and clear recommendations, ensuring client objectives are met with precision and inn...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$99K - $252K *

Lead the charge in actuarial and risk modeling for insurance clients, guiding teams and managing complex projects. Utilize statistical analysis and technology to assess financial risks and deliver cle...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$99K - $252K *

Manage actuarial and risk modeling projects, guiding teams to assess financial risk through data analysis and statistical modeling, while ensuring timely deliverables and client satisfaction in a dyna...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$99K - $252K *

Lead the charge in actuarial and risk modeling for insurance clients, guiding teams and managing complex projects. Utilize statistical analysis and technology to deliver insights that help organizatio...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$165K - $200K *

Elevate client relationships and drive revenue growth by leading a team of Account Executives managing complex Commercial Lines accounts. Foster collaboration and strategic development while enhancing...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$165K - $200K *

Unlock potential by leading a team of Account Executives to manage complex Commercial Lines clients, driving retention and revenue growth through strategic relationships and proactive account manageme...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$111K - $136K *

Empower our Security Operations team by analyzing security events, managing incidents, and enhancing threat intelligence. Collaborate effectively to protect electronic assets and respond to evolving s...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$111K - $136K *

Join a team that's dedicated to safeguarding digital assets through proactive security measures. As a Junior Security Analyst, you'll engage in real-time threat analysis, incident response, and collab...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$111K - $136K *

Join a dynamic Security Operations team to protect electronic assets by executing cyber threat management processes and analyzing security events. This role requires a passion for Information Security...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$150K - $188K *

Unlock the potential of healthcare analytics by leading complex initiatives, integrating diverse data sources, and driving impactful reporting solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enh...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $157K *

Drive analytical excellence by leading complex healthcare reporting initiatives, integrating diverse data sources to enhance client performance and member health. Collaborate with cross-functional tea...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$138K - $172K *

Empower analytical excellence by leading complex healthcare data initiatives, translating business needs into structured solutions, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance reporting c...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Champion risk management excellence by leading Fatal Risk and Enterprise Risk programs. Collaborate with site leaders to embed safety standards and ensure effective risk monitoring and reporting acros...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$75K - $90K *

Take ownership of evaluating, investigating, and resolving casualty claims by collaborating with various stakeholders, ensuring compliance with industry standards while delivering high customer servic...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$75K - $90K *

Join a dynamic team as you evaluate and resolve casualty claims with thorough analysis, effective communication, and an aptitude for learning. Collaborate across departments to ensure proactive and fa...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$75K - $90K *

Engage in proactive evaluation and resolution of casualty claims, collaborating with insureds, brokers, and legal teams. Utilize strong analytical skills to ensure fair processing while contributing t...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$75K - $90K *

Manage the evaluation, investigation, and resolution of casualty claims, ensuring compliance and efficiency while communicating effectively with all stakeholders. Foster a collaborative work environme...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$75K - $90K *

Explore opportunities to elevate your career as a Claims Analyst, supporting the evaluation and resolution of casualty claims. Engage with various stakeholders to ensure claims are managed efficiently...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$71K - $120K *

Transform vendor relationships and optimize performance as you manage compliance, conduct reviews, and drive business growth. Leverage your leadership skills to ensure adherence to Third-Party Risk Ma...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Explore the potential of healthcare AI as a Business Analyst, shaping workflows, driving data solutions, and collaborating with teams to deliver impactful, secure products that enhance patient outcome...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in application development and support for the NICE Actimize platform, ensuring system stability and compliance while driving strategic initiatives in Risk, Fraud, AML, and Compliance...

1 week 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.