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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$90K - $155K *

Drive comprehensive fiduciary risk assessments and examinations for financial organizations, ensuring compliance and effective risk management. Collaborate with a team to analyze findings and communic...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $100K *

Lead the charge in executing complex IT compliance initiatives, assessing risks, and driving remediation efforts. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance practices and secure management ownership of...

4 weeks ago

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

$115K - $173K *

Oversee a team of policy analysts to conduct impactful research and inform public policy discussions, focusing on economic well-being for low- to moderate-income communities. Collaborate with diverse...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$104K - $130K *

Transform public policy discussions by leading a team of analysts to conduct impactful research. Collaborate with diverse experts to enhance economic well-being for low- to moderate-income communities...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$88K - $141K *

Empower financial strategies by analyzing interest rate and liquidity risks. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance capital planning and reporting processes while ensuring compliance with regulation...

United StatesRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Champion innovative solutions in payments risk and fraud prevention, leading efforts in chargeback mitigation and merchant underwriting. Collaborate across teams to enhance risk management strategies...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $130K *

Partner with us to identify and mitigate risks in health programs, ensuring compliance with legislation and enhancing quality improvement initiatives across the organization. Collaborate with teams to...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$75K - $90K *

Unlock potential by providing critical analysis and reporting for companywide processes, collaborating across departments to enhance reserving, forecasting, and portfolio analyses while leveraging adv...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$115K - $245K *

Lead the charge in actuarial and risk analytics, overseeing technical peer reviews and managing client-focused projects. Leverage quantitative expertise to support decision-making for senior executive...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$320K - $350K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of actuarial leadership in Canada. Drive pricing, reserving, and analytics while collaborating with executive leadership to ensure profitable growth and complianc...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Grow your career with us as you lead critical cybersecurity initiatives, analyzing threats and fortifying defenses. Collaborate with teams to monitor networks, produce metrics, and develop proactive m...

6 days ago

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

$115K - $245K *

Unlock your potential by leading actuarial analyses and managing engagements. Guide teams, present findings to executives, and enhance delivery processes while developing analysts in a collaborative s...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $160K *

Empower cybersecurity initiatives by leading threat detection and incident response efforts. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance security operations, mentor SOC analysts, and drive mode...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $140K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing insurance liability models and supporting new product launches. Leverage your expertise in GAAP, Stat, and Economic stresses while collaborating on innovative...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's redefining risk engineering by leveraging your expertise to assess and enhance resilience in the chemical and energy sectors. Collaborate with industry leaders to deliver practical...

Atlanta, GARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in developing comprehensive Risk Adjustment analytics tools, enhancing efficiency and fostering strategic partnerships to optimize project outcomes across complex medical and financial...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $210K *

Join a team that's redefining cash flow modeling for ABS transactions. Leverage your expertise to manage complex projects, collaborate with analytical teams, and establish best practices in a dynamic...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Lead the development and execution of our Enterprise Risk Management framework, ensuring effective risk identification, assessment, and reporting across all risk types while fostering a strong risk cu...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$74K - $106K *

Join a team that's dedicated to advancing research in substance use and health. This role involves data management, statistical analysis, and collaboration with researchers to support impactful studie...

3 weeks ago

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

$70K - $100K *

Transform your career by joining a dynamic team that resolves complex product issues for clients in the financial technology sector. Collaborate across departments to enhance customer satisfaction and...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $200K *

Transform the Builders Risk insurance landscape by establishing and managing a new portfolio, leveraging your underwriting expertise to drive strategic relationships and technical excellence in collab...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $130K *

Support the Credit Risk team by assessing financial strength, managing client exposures, and developing reporting tools to enhance risk monitoring and decision-making processes within institutional op...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $130K *

Drive credit risk assessments and limit approvals for institutional clients, enhancing reporting tools and compliance. Collaborate with teams to mitigate risks and improve efficiencies in a fast-paced...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Contribute to enterprise-level risk management by conducting analyses, developing reports, and supporting decision-making initiatives. Collaborate with experts to evaluate risks and enhance organizati...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Transform risk management for large-scale construction projects, ensuring effective communication and proactive strategies. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to assess risks, enhance processes...

3 weeks ago

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

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.