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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$83K - $113K *

Analyze third-party security documentation to assess risks and ensure compliance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to maintain security standards and streamline vendor reviews, ensuring custome...

Vancouver, BCRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$83K - $113K *

Pioneer third-party risk assessments by reviewing vendor security documentation, ensuring compliance with security standards, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to mitigate risks and protec...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$143K - $273K *

Deliver complex quantitative insights to inform strategic risk decisions, leveraging advanced analytics and actuarial expertise to influence business outcomes while collaborating closely with leadersh...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$143K - $273K *

Transform critical business decisions at the intersection of data and risk. Lead risk management initiatives through advanced analytics, model validation, and actionable insights, influencing senior l...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$143K - $273K *

Unlock your potential as a Quantitative Risk Analyst Lead, leveraging data analytics to identify and manage emerging risks. Collaborate with senior leadership to enhance decision-making and drive stra...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Champion data-driven insights to enhance reliability assessments of North America's bulk power system. Collaborate with teams to analyze energy data, identify risks, and support the development of cri...

Washington DC, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Contribute to governance, risk, and compliance initiatives while enhancing security solutions. Collaborate across teams to ensure alignment with regulations and support audit readiness through compreh...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by managing project risks across major infrastructure initiatives. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to identify, assess, and mitigate risks, ensuring project success through s...

Mississauga, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

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

$90K - $125K *

Lead the charge in managing and executing a comprehensive risk management program, mentoring teams on insurance, claims, and compliance while collaborating across departments to enhance organizational...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $100K *

Drive enterprise risk management initiatives by consolidating risk data, enhancing reporting, and supporting governance. Collaborate across teams to improve risk visibility and decision-making, ensuri...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $140K *

Empower decision-making by executing complex due diligence and risk assessments. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to provide actionable insights and mitigate risks associated with third parties...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$107K - $170K *

Innovate solutions as a nearly/newly FCAS credentialed actuary or Data Scientist, leveraging advanced data modeling and AI techniques. Collaborate on data pipelines and challenge traditional methodolo...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$91K *

Shape our lending strategy by analyzing portfolio performance and credit risk trends. This role provides critical insights to support lending decisions and enhance credit risk management through data...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Join our team to enhance third-party risk management, ensuring vendors meet cybersecurity and compliance standards. Collaborate across departments to assess risks, support audits, and communicate effe...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$115K - $160K *

Join us to drive the execution of Third-Party Vendor Risk Management and Cyber Supply Chain Risk Management programs, assessing suppliers and tracking risk. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance r...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$115K - $160K *

Join a dynamic team to manage third-party and supply chain risk, driving assessments, and enhancements across vendor and supply chain programs. Leverage your expertise to safeguard operations and supp...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$105K - $150K *

Shape the future of third-party and supply chain risk management by leading assessments, ensuring compliance with standards, and collaborating across teams to enhance organizational resilience in a dy...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $135K *

Elevate your career by supporting the Credit team in managing $11 billion in corporate bonds, building credit models, and contributing to portfolio discussions with insightful analysis and trade ideas...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $90K *

Unlock potential by joining a dynamic finance consulting team, assisting in high-stakes analyses and client engagements. Collaborate with skilled professionals to deliver impactful insights and drive...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $90K *

Manage incident reporting processes and document management, ensuring compliance with policies and fostering collaboration with internal teams and external partners to track and improve risk managemen...

3 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to enhance AML Customer Risk Assessment processes, ensuring effective risk management across various banking sectors. Collaborate with stakeholders to identify issues, analyze data...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to enhance AML Customer Risk Assessment processes, collaborating across business lines to identify risks, support data analysis, and drive effective remediation of customer risk ra...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $150K *

Join a team that's dedicated to supporting portfolio management through in-depth financial analysis, model development, and relationship building with industry professionals, enhancing investment stra...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$88K - $98K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing identity and access management controls. This role focuses on executing User Access Reviews and detective controls, ensuring compliance and security across th...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$88K - $98K *

Optimize IAM detective controls to ensure secure access across the enterprise. Lead User Access Reviews, coordinate with stakeholders, and enhance control effectiveness through automation and process...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 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.