Risk Analyst

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Identify, assess, and mitigate the threats that could derail businesses and investments

$65,000 – $170,00075% Remote5 careerDetailPage.levels

Junior Risk Analyst → Risk Analyst → Senior Risk Analyst → Risk Director → Chief Risk Officer

$170k

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75%

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Risk Analysts identify, quantify, and develop strategies to mitigate financial, operational, and strategic risks facing organizations. They build risk models, conduct scenario analyses, and develop frameworks that help businesses make informed decisions under uncertainty. In 2026, the role has expanded to include cyber risk, climate risk, AI risk, and geopolitical risk alongside traditional financial and operational risk management. Working across banking, insurance, consulting, and corporate finance, Risk Analysts combine quantitative skills with business judgment. They translate complex risk data into actionable insights for decision-makers, ensuring organizations are prepared for both known and emerging threats.

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✓Strong and growing demand driven by regulation and complexity

✓75% remote-capable with analytical work suited to distributed teams

✓Competitive compensation with clear progression to CRO

✓Intellectually stimulating work combining finance, statistics, and strategy

✓Critical strategic role with growing board-level visibility

💰 Salary Range

Entry

$65K

Senior

$170K

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