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Risk Analyst roles qualify as H-1B specialty occupations because they require at least a bachelor's degree in finance, economics, statistics, or a related quantitative field. Financial services firms, insurance companies, and consulting groups are among the most active H-1B sponsors for this title. Cap-subject filings open each April for an October 1 start date.
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Mesirow is an independent, employee-owned financial services firm founded in 1937. Headquartered in Chicago, with offices across the country, Mesirow serves clients through capabilities spanning Private Capital & Currency, Capital Markets and Investment Banking, and Advisory Services.
We are seeking an Onboarding & Risk Analyst in Mesirow’s Currency Management business responsible for client and account onboarding while ensuring robust risk management, regulatory compliance, and operational readiness across investment portfolios. This role partners across teams to establish trading infrastructure, oversee risk exposure, and maintain strong controls.
Responsibilities:
- Risk Assessment & Oversight: Identify and monitor market, credit, and liquidity risks; ensure portfolios remain within limits, mandates, and risk appetite.
- Operational Risk & Controls: Implement controls to mitigate operational risks, ensure data integrity, and audit readiness.
- Documentation & Agreements: Manage negotiation and execution of legal agreements (ISDA, CSA, clearing agreements).
- Counterparty Coordination: Liaise with brokers, custodians, and counterparties to establish accounts, connectivity, and trading readiness.
- Regulatory Compliance: Oversee onboarding and ongoing compliance with regulations such as Dodd-Frank and EMIR, including reporting and margin requirements.
- Operational Readiness: Coordinate with Legal, Compliance, Operations, Portfolio Management, and Trading to onboard accounts, test workflows, and ensure systems are ready for trading.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree required in relevant discipline
- Self-starter challenged by ability to take on new initiatives and work independently.
- Focused and organized with superior problem-solving skills, strong attention to detail is critical in this role
- Proactively seek out process improvement opportunities and efficiencies
- Advanced Excel skills. Ability to program in SQL and/or Python is desired.
- Proficiency with mathematics, and familiarity with financial calculations
- Must be able to handle multiple priorities effectively and with a high degree of accuracy and independence
- Strong organizational, verbal, and written communication skills, with a proactive approach to problem-solving and collaboration
- Experience working with global custodian banks
- 3-5 years of experience in derivatives operations and collateral management, with a solid understanding of trade processing, settlement, and regulatory requirement in investment operations, risk management, or onboarding within asset management or financial services
In accordance with the Illinois Transparency Law the anticipated hiring base salary for the role will be between $80,000 and $120,000 per year. However, base pay if hired will be determined on an individualized basis and is only part of the total compensation package, which also provides the opportunity for a commission and discretionary performance bonus and the Mesirow benefit program.
EOE
The Opportunity:
Mesirow is an independent, employee-owned financial services firm founded in 1937. Headquartered in Chicago, with offices across the country, Mesirow serves clients through capabilities spanning Private Capital & Currency, Capital Markets and Investment Banking, and Advisory Services.
We are seeking an Onboarding & Risk Analyst in Mesirow’s Currency Management business responsible for client and account onboarding while ensuring robust risk management, regulatory compliance, and operational readiness across investment portfolios. This role partners across teams to establish trading infrastructure, oversee risk exposure, and maintain strong controls.
Responsibilities:
- Risk Assessment & Oversight: Identify and monitor market, credit, and liquidity risks; ensure portfolios remain within limits, mandates, and risk appetite.
- Operational Risk & Controls: Implement controls to mitigate operational risks, ensure data integrity, and audit readiness.
- Documentation & Agreements: Manage negotiation and execution of legal agreements (ISDA, CSA, clearing agreements).
- Counterparty Coordination: Liaise with brokers, custodians, and counterparties to establish accounts, connectivity, and trading readiness.
- Regulatory Compliance: Oversee onboarding and ongoing compliance with regulations such as Dodd-Frank and EMIR, including reporting and margin requirements.
- Operational Readiness: Coordinate with Legal, Compliance, Operations, Portfolio Management, and Trading to onboard accounts, test workflows, and ensure systems are ready for trading.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree required in relevant discipline
- Self-starter challenged by ability to take on new initiatives and work independently.
- Focused and organized with superior problem-solving skills, strong attention to detail is critical in this role
- Proactively seek out process improvement opportunities and efficiencies
- Advanced Excel skills. Ability to program in SQL and/or Python is desired.
- Proficiency with mathematics, and familiarity with financial calculations
- Must be able to handle multiple priorities effectively and with a high degree of accuracy and independence
- Strong organizational, verbal, and written communication skills, with a proactive approach to problem-solving and collaboration
- Experience working with global custodian banks
- 3-5 years of experience in derivatives operations and collateral management, with a solid understanding of trade processing, settlement, and regulatory requirement in investment operations, risk management, or onboarding within asset management or financial services
In accordance with the Illinois Transparency Law the anticipated hiring base salary for the role will be between $80,000 and $120,000 per year. However, base pay if hired will be determined on an individualized basis and is only part of the total compensation package, which also provides the opportunity for a commission and discretionary performance bonus and the Mesirow benefit program.
EOE
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Risk Analyst
Align your degree to the role description
USCIS scrutinizes whether your degree field directly relates to risk analysis. A finance or statistics degree maps cleanly, but a general business degree may trigger an RFE. Request a credential evaluation that ties your coursework to quantitative risk functions.
Search LCA filings by occupation code
Risk Analyst roles file under SOC code 13-2099 or 13-2051 with DOL. Use the OFLC Wage Search to find employers who have certified LCAs for this occupation in your target metro. That list is a stronger signal of real sponsorship intent than job postings alone.
Target regulated industries with compliance hiring obligations
Banks, insurance carriers, and asset managers face mandatory risk staffing requirements under federal oversight, which means they hire risk analysts consistently and often have in-house immigration counsel already familiar with H-1B filings for this role.
Use Migrate Mate to filter for verified H-1B sponsors
Search Risk Analyst openings on Migrate Mate to see which employers have active H-1B filing history for this occupation. That data comes from DOL Labor Condition Application records, so you're targeting companies with a documented track record, not guessing from job descriptions.
Clarify the prevailing wage level before accepting an offer
Your employer must certify a wage at Level I through IV under DOL's prevailing wage system. Ask whether the offered salary meets at least Level II for your metro area using the OFLC Wage Search before you sign, since a below-threshold offer requires renegotiation before the LCA can be certified.
Account for the October 1 start date gap in your offer timeline
Cap-subject H-1B petitions approved after the April lottery don't take effect until October 1. If your OPT or current status ends before then, negotiate a start date that accounts for this window or confirm your employer will file for premium processing to lock in approval faster.
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Find Risk Analyst JobsRisk Analyst H-1B Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Risk Analyst role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes, Risk Analyst positions typically qualify because the role normally requires at least a bachelor's degree in finance, economics, statistics, mathematics, or a directly related quantitative field. USCIS evaluates whether your specific job duties and your employer's stated degree requirement align. Roles at banks, insurers, and consulting firms generally pass this test more cleanly than generalist analyst titles at smaller employers.
Which industries sponsor H-1B visas most consistently for Risk Analysts?
Financial services, insurance, and management consulting are the most consistent sponsors for Risk Analyst H-1B filings. Banks subject to federal capital and credit risk regulations maintain dedicated risk teams and have ongoing hiring needs. Insurers and reinsurance firms also file regularly. You can verify which employers have certified LCAs for this occupation using the OFLC Wage Search or browse verified sponsors on Migrate Mate.
Can my employer file my H-1B petition if I'm currently on OPT?
Yes, and this is the most common path for Risk Analysts transitioning from F-1 status. Your employer files your cap-subject H-1B petition in April for an October 1 start date. If your OPT authorization expires before October 1 and you have a STEM degree, a STEM OPT extension can bridge the gap. USCIS requires your employer to file before your current authorization ends to maintain your work eligibility.
What SOC code applies to Risk Analyst roles for H-1B and LCA purposes?
Most Risk Analyst positions file under SOC code 13-2051 (Financial and Investment Analysts) or 13-2099 (Financial Specialists, All Other), depending on how the employer defines the role. The SOC code determines which prevailing wage your employer must meet under DOL rules. Check the O*NET profile for each code to confirm which job duties match your actual responsibilities before your employer files the LCA.
Does H-1B sponsorship for a Risk Analyst role tie me to one employer?
Your H-1B status is employer-specific, but you can change jobs through H-1B portability once your initial petition has been approved and you've worked for the sponsoring employer. Your new employer files an H-1B transfer petition, and you can begin working for them as soon as USCIS receives it, without waiting for approval. The role and salary at the new employer must still meet specialty occupation and prevailing wage requirements.
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