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.
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.
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 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.
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.
$125K - $145K *
Elevate your career by underwriting Cyber & Technology risks, providing expert guidance, and enhancing client relationships. Drive innovation and profitability while collaborating with a dynamic team...
2 weeks ago
Quant Researcher, Power Dispatch Modeling
$135K - $160K *
Drive the development and optimization of power dispatch models for US ISOs, focusing on simulation accuracy and market analysis, while collaborating closely with investment teams for effective commun...
4 weeks ago
Quant Researcher, Power Dispatch Modeling
$150K - $180K *
Build innovative power dispatch models to optimize grid operations and pricing. Collaborate with investment teams to enhance model accuracy and effectively communicate insights for informed decision-m...
4 weeks ago
Quant Researcher, Power Dispatch Modeling
$135K - $160K *
Join our team as a Quant Researcher, where you will innovate models that enhance power dispatch simulation across US ISOs, driving efficiency and accuracy while collaborating with portfolio managers t...
4 weeks ago
$110K - $149K *
Unlock potential by leading healthcare data analytics to enhance hospital quality performance and rankings. Collaborate with teams to design dashboards, mentor analysts, and present insights to execut...
3 days ago
Tech Risk & Controls Lead - Third-Party Risk
$120K - $145K *
Unlock potential by leading third-party risk assessments and enhancing controls. Collaborate with stakeholders to mitigate technology risks, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards while driving...
3 days ago
Tech Risk & Controls Lead - Third-Party Risk
$110K - $130K *
Transform risk management by leading third-party assessments and enhancing controls. Collaborate with stakeholders to mitigate technology risks and drive strategic decisions, ensuring compliance and o...
4 days ago
Tech Risk & Controls Lead - Third-Party Risk
$125K - $150K *
Unlock potential by leading third-party risk assessments and enhancing controls. Collaborate with stakeholders to mitigate technology risks and drive strategic decisions, ensuring compliance and opera...
4 days ago
$118K - $197K *
Shape the future of risk management by leading first line defense initiatives, ensuring proactive risk identification, assessment, and remediation while fostering strong relationships across business...
2 weeks ago
$100K - $110K *
Elevate customer success by managing complex interactions and technical troubleshooting. Drive operational efficiency and build scalable solutions while ensuring seamless communication between custome...
2 weeks ago
$95K - $115K *
Elevate your career by developing innovative cyber test plans and strategies. Collaborate with multiple divisions to enhance operational evaluation and contribute to naval cyberspace operations, ensur...
1 month ago
$150K - $180K *
Shape the future of energy retail by managing analytical tools for risk assessment in dynamic markets. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure accurate reporting and mitigate risk, all while fosterin...
Reposted 1 week ago
Lead Analyst - Sales & Load Forecasting
$96K - $120K *
Join a team that's dedicated to advancing sales and customer forecasting through technical analysis and innovative methodologies. Lead critical projects and provide regulatory support to drive company...
1 week ago
Client Lifecycle Risk & Controls Associate
$90K - $110K *
Optimize client lifecycle governance by coordinating risk and control processes. Engage stakeholders across operations, compliance, and risk to ensure effective onboarding and incident management whil...
1 week ago
Analytic Compliance, Audit Analyst II
$70K - $110K *
Unlock your potential by analyzing data and conducting audits to enhance compliance for innovative B2B and B2C platforms. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, apply critical thinking, and gain ins...
3 weeks ago
Information Security Risk Officer
$110K - $130K *
Lead the charge in cybersecurity risk management, overseeing TPRM, HIPAA, AI, and threat analysis. Collaborate across functions to enhance operational resilience and ensure compliance while delivering...
1 week ago
$95K - $115K *
Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing security operations through proactive monitoring, incident response, and client engagement. This role offers the chance to lead investigations and improve sec...
Today
$89K - $134K *
Drive financial reporting excellence by managing complex transactions, coordinating teams, and ensuring compliance across functions. Leverage your expertise in accounting to enhance reporting quality...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
$120K - $145K *
Unlock potential by spearheading innovative strategies in cyber acquisition and program management. Drive success in command-wide programs while enhancing overall operational effectiveness within the...
Reposted 2 days ago
$120K - $145K *
Drive regulatory connectivity initiatives by coordinating project activities, ensuring compliance, and enhancing data governance across cross-functional teams in a dynamic banking environment...
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$80K - $95K *
Empower your career by conducting in-depth investigations into fraud and abuse. Analyze data, gather evidence, and collaborate with law enforcement to protect financial integrity and ensure compliance...
2 weeks ago
Revenue Operations and Analysis Specialist
$80K - $95K *
Analyze and optimize revenue operations by delivering insightful forecasts, performance reports, and strategic initiatives. Collaborate with sales teams to enhance decision-making and drive revenue gr...
1 week ago
$81K - $100K *
Transform cybersecurity governance by designing and maintaining compliance frameworks. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance security controls, reduce audit findings, and drive continuous improveme...
3 days ago
$95K - $115K *
Transform your career by leading insider risk management initiatives, developing policies, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance security and compliance while mitigating potential t...
2 weeks ago
$95K - $130K *
Shape the future of physical security systems by designing innovative solutions for complex enterprise environments. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance security effectiveness and integrate emer...
2 days ago
What does a Risk Analyst do?
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?
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?
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?
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?
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.