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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$101K - $129K *

Optimize client risk management strategies by assessing processes, implementing controls, and leading audit engagements. Collaborate with teams to enhance operational efficiency and ensure compliance...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's shaping enterprise architecture across diverse projects. Lead implementation teams, ensure compliance with technology standards, and mentor junior members while driving successful b...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$65K - $130K *

Contribute to clinical trial success by leading risk management and central monitoring activities. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with ICH GCP guidelines and enhance qual...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$96K - $144K *

Unlock potential by leveraging analytical expertise to enhance enterprise risk reporting, support strategic decision-making, and deliver insights that guide senior leadership in navigating financial r...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$109K *

Reimagine enterprise risk management with data-driven insights, driving reporting, governance, and strategic initiatives across the organization while advising leadership on macroeconomic trends and r...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$109K *

Contribute to enterprise risk management by leveraging your quantitative expertise to enhance risk reporting, analyze financial data, and advise leadership on risk posture and macroeconomic trends acr...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$109K *

Shape the future of enterprise risk management by leveraging quantitative analysis and financial expertise to enhance risk reporting and decision-making processes across the organization, while advisi...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$109K *

Tackle enterprise risk reporting and analytics by integrating data-driven insights to assess risk posture and inform strategic decision-making. Collaborate with senior leadership to enhance governance...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$109K *

Drive enterprise risk analytics and reporting by integrating data insights, advising leadership, and enhancing risk governance processes across financial operations to ensure robust risk management an...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$88K - $101K *

Accelerate operational excellence by managing crucial workflows, ensuring compliance, and enhancing insurance coverage within a dynamic team focused on commercial real estate. Drive process improvemen...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Contribute to enterprise resilience by supporting crisis management, business continuity, and IT disaster recovery efforts. Engage in operational logistics, data management, and plan development to en...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's redefining investor reporting by preparing accurate monthly reports, resolving issues, and enhancing processes. Leverage your expertise to guide junior members and ensure top-tier s...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$85K - $104K *

Join a team that's redefining excellence in actuarial services. Support key business evaluations, collaborate across functions, and utilize your analytical skills while progressing through a motivatin...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to safeguarding customer data by implementing robust governance policies and controls. Collaborate with cross-functional partners to ensure compliance and enhance data pro...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$85K - $100K *

Manage and grow a book of Excess Casualty business, driving profitability through broker relationships, policy oversight, and effective underwriting strategies. Build solutions that meet client needs...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$200K - $310K *

Help us design and implement a robust global AI governance framework, ensuring compliance across jurisdictions while engaging with stakeholders to drive AI adoption and manage cross-border risks...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Lead compliance efforts in research security, ensuring adherence to regulations while fostering safe international collaboration and providing expert guidance to faculty across diverse disciplines...

3 weeks ago

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

$118K - $178K *

Elevate your career by transforming investment strategies and risk management practices. Collaborate with stakeholders to drive data-driven insights that shape financial outcomes and enhance organizat...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in policy analysis and risk management, providing governance support and expertise to enhance enterprise cybersecurity and technology initiatives across government organizations...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in enhancing information security governance and risk management. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance with regulatory standards, manage audits, and develop effective security p...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$87K - $157K *

Grow your career with a dynamic role managing risk adjustment and quality improvement processes across multiple departments, driving operational excellence and strategic initiatives for healthcare pro...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$101K - $203K *

Lead the charge in enhancing credit risk mitigation strategies by managing multidisciplinary teams, driving excellence in audits, engaging clients with industry insights, and contributing to practice...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $110K *

Drive your career in derivatives trading! Collaborate across teams to assess market conditions, analyze risk, and support innovative trading strategies in a dynamic environment focused on interest rat...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$155K - $180K *

Join a team that's transforming homeowners insurance through advanced loss cost modeling. Lead the design and deployment of predictive models, enhancing pricing strategies and driving impactful busine...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$145K - $160K *

Elevate your career by leading innovative loss cost modeling for homeowners insurance. Drive predictive analytics, enhance pricing strategies, and collaborate cross-functionally to deliver impactful b...

3 weeks 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.