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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$99K - $232K *

Drive your career forward by leading commodities trading systems projects. Manage teams, enhance procurement workflows, and implement digital solutions to optimize operations and improve performance a...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$99K - $232K *

Shape your career by leading commodities trading systems projects, enhancing procurement workflows, and driving digital solutions. As a Manager, you'll oversee teams, ensure quality delivery, and fost...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$181K - $355K *

Drive strategic initiatives and cultivate partnerships that enhance intelligence insights across regulatory programs. Collaborate with leadership to assess emerging risks and implement strategies that...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$173K - $340K *

Join a team that's shaping strategic intelligence through analysis and leadership, collaborating across departments to manage risks and improve regulatory insights that impact the financial industry a...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$158K - $308K *

Shape the future of strategic intelligence at a leading regulatory organization. Lead, analyze, and communicate risks impacting member firms and investors, while collaborating across departments to dr...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$223K - $335K *

Lead strategic initiatives for risk intelligence, guiding teams to identify and analyze emerging threats across regulatory programs, while fostering relationships with industry leaders and driving imp...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$181K - $355K *

Shape the future of regulatory intelligence by leading a team to assess emerging risks and develop data-driven insights that enhance FINRA's mission of protecting investors and ensuring market integri...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$181K - $370K *

Lead the charge in strategic intelligence management, fostering collaboration across departments to identify emerging risks and drive impactful intelligence initiatives throughout a complex regulatory...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$233K - $350K *

Champion the evolution of intelligence strategies by leading a dynamic team, focusing on emerging risks and regulatory trends that shape financial markets. Collaborate with key stakeholders to drive i...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$181K - $370K *

Shape the future of strategic intelligence by leading teams to identify and assess emerging risks, influencing regulatory priorities, and fostering partnerships across the financial sector while drivi...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$158K - $308K *

Drive strategic intelligence initiatives by leading a talented team to analyze emerging risks and enhance informed decision-making for regulatory programs across the financial markets and member firms...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$181K - $355K *

Inspire and lead intelligence initiatives across departments to identify and mitigate emerging risks, enhancing regulatory decision-making and fostering strategic relationships with stakeholders at ev...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$173K - $340K *

Lead the Strategic Intelligence team to shape regulatory priorities, analyze emerging risks, and enhance decision-making through intelligence-driven initiatives, fostering collaboration with stakehold...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$181K - $370K *

Unlock the potential of strategic intelligence by leading teams in identifying and assessing emerging risks, driving intelligence initiatives that influence regulatory decisions, and fostering externa...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$158K - $308K *

Drive informed regulatory decisions by leading strategic intelligence initiatives, assessing emerging risks, and building collaborative relationships across organizations to enhance member and investo...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

Join a dynamic team to enhance credit decisioning through advanced modeling and analytics. Lead initiatives that improve approval rates and expand credit access while collaborating with cross-function...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Transform project risk management by leading qualitative and quantitative analyses, enhancing visibility across projects, and driving informed decision-making through collaboration with cross-function...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$75K - $107K *

Optimize IT risk and compliance processes by analyzing cybersecurity metrics, coordinating audits, and ensuring effective reporting. Collaborate across teams to enhance governance and risk management...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$75K - $107K *

Shape the future of IT Risk & Compliance by analyzing cybersecurity metrics, coordinating audits, and ensuring compliance across multiple teams. This hands-on role requires strong organizational skill...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$75K - $107K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing IT risk and compliance by analyzing cybersecurity metrics, coordinating audits, and ensuring effective governance across multiple stakeholders in a dynamic, h...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$109K - $125K *

Elevate data risk management by collaborating with business partners to identify, assess, and mitigate risks. Utilize analytical skills to drive innovative solutions and support strategic decision-mak...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$181K - $370K *

Lead the Strategic Intelligence team to drive analytics and insights impacting regulatory decisions. Build relationships with stakeholders, analyze emerging risks, and support organizational prioritie...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $135K *

Explore opportunities to transform data into actionable insights, supporting decision-making through analysis, reporting, and visualization. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance program performanc...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $112K *

Collaborate with stakeholders to analyze business needs, drive process improvements, and support application enhancements. Leverage SQL and data analysis to deliver effective solutions while mentoring...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's transforming healthcare analytics to enhance decision-making and improve patient outcomes. Collaborate with stakeholders to develop innovative tools and insights that drive performa...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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.