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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$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...

Pennsylvania, USRemote

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 3 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

$155K - $180K *

Drive impactful loss cost modeling for homeowners insurance, leading the design and deployment of predictive models. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance pricing strategies and develop scalable a...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$85K - $115K *

Lead transformative actuarial projects, leveraging data analysis to shape financial strategies and enhance business performance while collaborating across teams to communicate insights effectively...

Waterloo, ONIn-Person

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$149K - $175K *

Drive independent assurance and advisory services to enhance risk management and governance processes. Lead audit teams, manage complex audits, and collaborate with stakeholders to ensure effective ov...

Yesterday

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Drive a comprehensive risk management program, collaborating across departments to assess, mitigate risks, and promote safety culture. Lead investigations, ensure compliance, and develop proactive str...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$99K - $186K *

Lead data-driven insights that empower Cloud Success Leaders. Collaborate across teams, analyze complex data, present strategic recommendations, and tackle diverse analytical challenges in an individu...

Reposted today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$140K - $190K *

Shape the future of security and compliance by collaborating with diverse teams to implement strategic initiatives. Leverage your expertise in risk management and data privacy to drive impactful solut...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $125K *

Shape financing strategies for sustainable infrastructure projects by analyzing business dynamics, conducting due diligence, and collaborating on complex transactions to drive investment decisions and...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$177K - $202K *

Lead the charge in enhancing risk management strategies by collaborating across teams, leveraging data insights, and implementing effective solutions to ensure organizational stability and success in...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $90K *

Analyze and deliver data management solutions to support public health research, utilizing advanced statistical software and collaborating with project leaders to enhance data quality and reporting fo...

Massachusetts, USRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$97K - $107K *

Transform procurement processes by analyzing data, supporting contract management, and ensuring policy compliance. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance service delivery and develop strategic initi...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

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

$135K - $145K *

Transform business needs into actionable development backlogs. Collaborate with stakeholders and technical teams to ensure alignment with product strategy, driving value through effective communicatio...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$198K - $368K *

Build innovative AI-powered search solutions and shape the future of information retrieval by leading a high-performing team that drives effective AI research and product integration across diverse ap...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$198K - $368K *

Engineer cutting-edge AI solutions through strategic leadership in IR research, driving innovation in search and knowledge systems while building and mentoring high-performing teams to deliver impactf...

New York, NYRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$85K - $100K *

Drive client success by managing multiple programs, enhancing service delivery, and fostering collaboration across teams. Utilize your operational expertise to improve outcomes and support strategic i...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$138K - $212K *

Empower your career by managing complex claims with strategic insight and collaboration. Drive optimal outcomes through thorough investigation, stakeholder communication, and innovative solutions in a...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$190K - $230K *

Lead the development and implementation of human risk strategies, integrating security awareness, behavior analytics, and program management across various teams to elevate security culture and compli...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Analyze complex financial data and conduct qualitative research to support expert consulting mandates. Collaborate with a dynamic team to deliver insights that impact global financial markets and enha...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$160K - $185K *

Drive impactful insights by transforming complex data into actionable analytics. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance underwriting effectiveness and operational efficiency through advanc...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$160K - $185K *

Unlock insights and drive data-driven solutions by translating business needs into analytical requirements. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance underwriting effectiveness and operationa...

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.