Director Of Risk Management Jobs in Illinois

Director Of Risk Management jobs in Illinois are consistently active, with concentrated demand in financial services, healthcare, manufacturing, and insurance sectors that anchor the state's economy across experience levels from risk analyst promotions to enterprise-level executive hires. Chicago, Peoria, and Naperville lead hiring volume, with established employers such as Allstate, United Airlines, and Advocate Health generating steady openings. Enterprise risk management, regulatory compliance, and operational risk are the most in-demand specialties across the state. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles51
Top employerOptions Clearing Corporation
Top cityChicago, IL
Cities hiring15
Work type69% Hybrid
Top industryBanking

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Risk Management Manager
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Risk Management Manager
Resurrection Medical Center
Chicago, Illinois
Business Operations
Performance Marketing
Project Management
$71k - $102k.2/yr
Bachelor of Science

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Manager, Risk Management and Claims
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Manager, Risk Management and Claims
Senior Lifestyle
Chicago, Illinois
Business Operations
Compliance & Legal
Compliance & Risk
Project Management
$110k - $115k/yr
Bachelor's degree
5,001-10,000

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Mgr QA - Risk Management Process
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Mgr QA - Risk Management Process
Medline Industries
Northfield, Illinois
Creative & Design
Product Management
UI/UX Design
$116k - $174k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's degree in engineering
10,000+

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Director, Information Risk Management Strategy and Insights
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Director, Information Risk Management Strategy and Insights
Manulife
Chicago, Illinois
Business Operations
Compliance & Legal
Compliance & Risk
Project Management
$113k - $210k/yr
Hybrid
10,000+

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Lead First Line Risk Management, Technology
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Lead First Line Risk Management, Technology
Early Warning Services
Chicago, Illinois
Business Development
Customer Success
Sales
$104k - $156k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's degree

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Director Of Risk Management Jobs by City in Illinois

Where Illinois roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Chicago
35 jobs
Scott AFB
3 jobs
Elgin
1 job
Aurora
1 job
Urbana
1 job
Glenview
1 job
Deerfield
1 job
Barrington
1 job
Northfield
1 job

Director Of Risk Management Job Market in Illinois

A snapshot from current Illinois openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Options Clearing Corporation7 open roles
PayPal2 open roles
FHLBank Chicago2 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Banking & Financial Services

What Illinois Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in director of risk management jobs across Illinois.

  • Bachelor's degree in finance, business, or a related field required by most Illinois employers
  • Professional certification such as CRM, RIMS-CRMP, or ARM strongly preferred across Illinois industries
  • Seven or more years of progressive risk management experience in a relevant Illinois sector
  • Demonstrated ability to develop enterprise risk frameworks and lead cross-functional Illinois teams
  • Proficiency with governance, risk, and compliance software platforms used by Illinois organizations
  • Strong knowledge of Illinois regulatory environment and relevant industry-specific compliance standards

Director Of Risk Management Jobs in Illinois: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a director of risk management in Illinois?

Becoming a director of risk management in Illinois typically requires a bachelor's degree in business, finance, or a related field, followed by years of progressively responsible risk roles. While Illinois does not issue a state-specific license for this position, most employers expect a recognized professional credential such as the RIMS-CRMP, CRM, or ARM designation. Many candidates move into director-level roles through compliance, audit, or insurance departments at Illinois financial institutions, hospital systems, or manufacturers.

How much do director of risk managements make in Illinois?

Director of risk managements in Illinois earn a median of about $104,300 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $65,260 for the lowest 10% to over $202,260 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire director of risk managements in Illinois?

Employers hiring director of risk managements in Illinois right now include Options Clearing Corporation, PayPal, and FHLBank Chicago, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Illinois's deep concentration of insurance carriers, regional banks, hospital networks, and Fortune 500 headquarters in the Chicago metro creates particularly steady director-level demand year-round.

Which Illinois cities have the most director of risk management jobs?

Chicago, Scott AFB, and Elgin have the most director of risk management openings in Illinois. Chicago dominates because it is home to major financial institutions, insurance headquarters, and large health systems, while Naperville and Peoria generate consistent openings through corporate headquarters and regional manufacturing and healthcare employers anchored in those markets.

Are there remote director of risk management jobs in Illinois?

Yes, and more than many senior roles, because risk management work is largely analytical, policy-driven, and meeting-based rather than hands-on. About 85% of director of risk management openings tied to Illinois are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the desk-based nature of the role. Enterprise risk, compliance oversight, and policy development functions are the parts most commonly offered with remote or hybrid flexibility.

How can I get hired as a director of risk management in Illinois with little or no experience?

The most realistic path is entering through a risk analyst, compliance specialist, or internal audit role at a large Illinois employer such as an insurance carrier, regional bank, or health system, then building toward management over several years. Organizations like Allstate and Advocate Health run structured development programs that rotate early-career professionals through risk and compliance functions. Earning an entry-level credential such as the Associate in Risk Management designation significantly strengthens candidacy and signals commitment before you have a director-level title to show.

Where can I find and apply to director of risk management jobs in Illinois?

You can find and apply to director of risk management jobs in Illinois on Migrate Mate, which lists current Illinois openings across industries and experience levels. Find roles that fit your background and apply directly to the employers posting them.

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