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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$125K - $163K *

Join a dynamic team to lead and enhance Hydropower Operations & Maintenance initiatives, ensuring alignment with strategic goals. Drive policy development, project management, and analytical guidance...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$139K - $181K *

Analyze and lead strategic initiatives for Hydropower Operations & Maintenance, ensuring alignment with organizational goals. Oversee project lifecycles, develop policies, and provide expert guidance...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$143K - $187K *

Shape the future of Hydropower Operations by leading program initiatives, ensuring compliance with federal regulations, and driving continuous improvement across the Bureau's strategic goals. Collabor...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$128K - $167K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing Hydropower Operations & Maintenance. Lead program initiatives, ensure compliance with federal regulations, and drive strategic alignment across Bureau-wide ac...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$140K - $182K *

Optimize your career by leading strategic initiatives in Hydropower Operations & Maintenance. Drive program effectiveness through expert analysis, policy development, and project management, ensuring...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$125K - $163K *

Unlock your potential as a Lead Program Analyst, driving strategic initiatives and enhancing Hydropower Operations & Maintenance. Lead cross-functional teams, develop policies, and ensure compliance w...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$125K - $163K *

Lead cross-functional teams to enhance Hydropower Operations & Maintenance, ensuring alignment with strategic goals. Drive policy development, project management, and program evaluation to optimize pe...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $200K *

Engage with stakeholders to enhance credit risk management practices through independent reviews, mentorship, and strategic assessments of compliance and risk across Wholesale and Wealth Management po...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Transform credit risk evaluation practices by conducting thorough reviews and assessments. Lead a collaborative team ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and enhancing risk frameworks for opt...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by leading advanced analytics and strategic insights that drive performance and influence business decisions. Collaborate with stakeholders to shape data-driven strategies and identif...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Manage data-driven decision-making by leading advanced analytics, uncovering performance drivers, and delivering actionable insights that shape business strategy and influence outcomes across the orga...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$88K - $105K *

Lead the charge in data-driven decision-making by conducting advanced analyses, uncovering performance drivers, and delivering actionable insights that shape business strategy and influence key stakeh...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$68K - $126K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing patient safety and quality. As a Clinical Risk Management Coordinator, you'll drive performance improvement initiatives, analyze data, and collaborate across...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$68K - $126K *

Advance your career by enhancing quality and safety in healthcare. Collaborate across departments to implement risk management strategies and drive performance improvement initiatives that impact pati...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$68K - $126K *

Empower quality improvement initiatives across departments by analyzing data, enhancing processes, and collaborating with stakeholders to mitigate risks and improve patient safety in a multi-campus he...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$141K - $212K *

Shape the future of data risk management by enhancing controls and processes while collaborating with various business units to support risk governance and improve data quality metrics across Markets...

Mississauga, ONIn-Person

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $150K *

Lead the Middle-Market Rates business by managing hedging strategies, pricing, and execution of fixed income derivatives while collaborating with clients and internal teams to deliver tailored risk ma...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$170K - $200K *

Lead the appraisal review process for complex commercial and multifamily properties, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and internal guidelines while driving excellence in real estate valua...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$170K - $200K *

Champion the appraisal review process for complex commercial and multifamily properties, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulatory guidelines while supporting real estate financial tr...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Shape the future of real estate appraisal by leading complex reviews for commercial and multifamily properties, ensuring compliance with industry standards and enhancing financial transactions through...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$160K - $190K *

Join a team that's redefining real estate appraisal by overseeing complex commercial and multifamily property evaluations. Leverage your expertise to ensure compliance and uphold high standards in fin...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Unlock potential by leading the appraisal review process for complex commercial and multifamily properties, ensuring compliance with industry standards and enhancing financial transactions through exp...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Champion progress at our appraisal team by reviewing complex commercial and multifamily property valuations, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulatory guidelines to support real estat...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Champion the appraisal review process for complex commercial and multifamily properties, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulatory guidelines while engaging with external appraisals t...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $175K *

Drive marketing strategies and negotiate commercial insurance solutions, collaborating with Producers and underwriters to enhance client value and support business growth. Leverage expertise in covera...

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.