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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$136K - $204K *

Engage in strategic M&A activities and manage private equity investments, collaborating with leaders to evaluate opportunities, execute transactions, and support portfolio value creation while develop...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Unlock potential in pipeline safety by leading quantitative risk assessments across 90,000 km of natural gas pipelines. Collaborate with teams to enhance risk management and support integrity decision...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$160K - $200K *

Transform risk management by leading a national team focused on claims, clinical risk reduction, and innovative AI solutions to improve outcomes. Drive strategic oversight and implement best practices...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of national security by leading RMF processes, ensuring cybersecurity compliance, and collaborating with mission partners to protect sensitive information systems through effective ri...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Manage the insurance and bond program, ensuring compliance and swift claims resolution. Collaborate with legal and project teams to oversee claims, bonds, and insurance requirements, driving improveme...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$78K - $118K *

Take ownership of complex deal analysis within Revenue Operations, partnering with sales and cross-functional teams to ensure compliance, enhance deal momentum, and optimize contract execution aligned...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$78K - $118K *

Engage with cross-functional teams to lead complex deal execution, ensuring pricing, terms, and compliance align with customer needs and revenue goals while enhancing operational efficiency across the...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$81K - $119K *

Transform complex data into actionable insights, partnering with stakeholders to develop scalable analytical solutions that drive strategic decision-making and enhance business performance through adv...

Vaughan, ONIn-Person

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$81K - $119K *

Analyze complex data to deliver actionable insights that drive strategic decisions. Collaborate with stakeholders to develop scalable reporting solutions and enhance business intelligence capabilities...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$108K - $112K *

Unlock potential by analyzing product and customer data to drive data-driven decision-making. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define success metrics, build analytical frameworks, and enhanc...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $200K *

Empower your career by leveraging your sales expertise to build strategic client relationships, solve complex business challenges, and drive innovative risk solutions in a dynamic, collaborative envir...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$75K - $95K *

Engage with our RMBS team to analyze transactions, evaluate collateral, and contribute to credit reports. Collaborate with experts in a dynamic environment, enhancing your skills in credit analysis an...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$75K - $95K *

Unlock potential by joining a dynamic RMBS team, analyzing transactions and contributing to credit ratings. Collaborate with experts, enhance your skills, and engage in market research while supportin...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Advance responsible lending by driving credit risk strategies through data analytics, cross-functional collaboration, and innovative practices. Join a dynamic team committed to enhancing risk manageme...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $120K *

Transform financial services by leveraging your analytical expertise to guide clients through complex challenges, ensuring successful project delivery from discovery to implementation while collaborat...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$83K *

Unlock potential by enhancing cybersecurity measures and protecting data. In this hands-on role, you'll investigate threats, improve security controls, and collaborate with teams to ensure secure oper...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$103K - $129K *

Shape the future of risk management by leading a multidisciplinary team to enhance governance, drive enterprise risk strategies, and foster organizational resilience, ensuring effective municipal serv...

Red Deer, ABIn-Person

Yesterday

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

$78K - $86K *

Elevate security by analyzing trends to develop and optimize detection logic, ensuring efficient SIEM operations while supporting incident response efforts in a dynamic cybersecurity environment...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $100K *

Transform data into actionable insights, empowering operational leaders to enhance client performance and uncover strategic opportunities across diverse datasets and analytical challenges...

Irving, TXRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing treasury operations and managing financial risks. Contribute to cash flow forecasting, liquidity planning, and investment tracking while collaborating with f...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K *

Grow your career with a dynamic role focused on claims management and data analytics, supporting diverse property portfolios. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance risk management processes and dri...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $110K *

Shape the future of capital markets by delivering innovative solutions for derivatives and fixed income desks. Collaborate with stakeholders to analyze needs, document trade lifecycles, and drive proj...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing cybersecurity through proactive threat detection and response. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and refine intelligence processes, ensuring...

Pennsylvania, USRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$131K - $238K *

Shape the future of application security by designing and implementing enterprise-wide security architectures. Lead strategic initiatives, establish frameworks, and ensure compliance while mentoring t...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in enhancing compliance processes within advisory services, utilizing your expertise to develop efficient oversight procedures, conduct data quality control, and ensure adherence to re...

Yesterday

  •   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.