Risk Analyst Jobs

Risk Analyst jobs are open across banking, insurance, fintech, healthcare, and corporate finance, from entry-level to senior and director roles, with specializations in credit risk, market risk, and operational risk. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles648+
Top stateTexas
Top employerIntuit
Top cityDallas, TX
Work type58% Hybrid
Top industryBanking

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KeyBank
Risk Analyst V - Operational Risk Management: Centralized Testing & Verification
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KeyBank
New 21h ago
Risk Analyst V - Operational Risk Management: Centralized Testing & Verification
KeyBank
Amherst, New York
Business Analysis
Project & Program Management
Project Management
$80k - $150k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's degree
10,000+

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Rubb Building Systems
Finance & Risk Analyst
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Rubb Building Systems
New 23h ago
Finance & Risk Analyst
Rubb Building Systems
Sanford, Maine
Business Analysis
Business Analyst
Business Operations
$75k - $90k/yr
Bachelor's degree in finance
51-200

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Origin Bank
Financial Crimes Risk Analyst
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Origin Bank
Added 1d ago
Financial Crimes Risk Analyst
Origin Bank
West Monroe, Louisiana
Customer Support
IT Support
IT Support & Systems Administration
Technical Program Management
Bachelor of Arts
201-500

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RBC
Counterparty Credit Risk Analyst (GRM)
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RBC
Added 1d ago
Counterparty Credit Risk Analyst (GRM)
RBC
New York, New York
Business Analysis
Data Analytics
Project Management
$95k - $100k/yr
Bachelor's degree in finance
10,000+

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Bank of China
Credit Risk Management Department-Credit Analyst C&I Associate/AVP
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Bank of China
Added 1d ago
Credit Risk Management Department-Credit Analyst C&I Associate/AVP
Bank of China
New York, New York
Accounting
Bookkeeping & AP/AR
$42k - $150k/yr
Master's degree in business administration
10,000+

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Risk Analyst Job Market

Who's Hiring

  • Intuit
    Intuit19
  • Capital One
    Capital One16
  • Citi
    Citi11
  • JPMorganChase
    JPMorganChase10
  • Goldman Sachs
    Goldman Sachs8

Top Industries Hiring

  • Banking & Financial Services31
  • Technology & Software22
  • Investment & Asset Management11
  • Healthcare & Medical Services9
  • Fintech8

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in risk analyst jobs.

  • Bachelor's degree in finance, economics, mathematics, or a related quantitative field
  • Proficiency in SQL and at least one statistical programming language such as Python or R
  • Experience building or validating risk models for credit, market, or operational exposures
  • Strong Excel skills including scenario analysis, pivot tables, and financial modeling
  • FRM, PRM, or CFA designation preferred for mid-level and senior roles
  • Familiarity with regulatory frameworks such as Basel III, CCAR, or Sarbanes-Oxley

Tips for Your Risk Analyst Job Search

Quantify risk metrics on your resume

Hiring managers want to see numbers, not duties. Replace vague statements with outputs like portfolio loss reduction percentages, model accuracy improvements, or the dollar value of exposures you assessed. Risk analysts who quantify outcomes move to the top of the shortlist.

Highlight the right technical tools

List the specific tools you've used: SQL, Python, R, SAS, or vendor platforms like Moody's or Bloomberg. Tailor this section to each posting because hiring teams filter for exact tool matches before a human ever reads your resume.

Apply early to roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists risk analyst openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.

Target postings by risk domain

Credit, market, operational, and enterprise risk are distinct disciplines with different technical demands. Filter your search by domain so your application speaks directly to what the team actually does, rather than presenting a generic risk background.

Prepare a case-study answer for interviews

Risk analyst interviews almost always include a scenario question asking you to walk through how you'd assess and respond to a specific exposure. Prepare one structured example from past work that covers how you identified the risk, modeled it, and recommended a mitigation.

Negotiate using certification leverage

If you hold an FRM, PRM, or CFA, use it explicitly in offer conversations. These credentials signal a verifiable standard and are treated as compensation anchors at many financial institutions, particularly when the role requires sign-off authority or model validation.

Risk Analyst Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies are hiring the most risk analysts?

The companies hiring the most risk analysts right now include Intuit, Capital One, and Citi, with the largest share of openings in Texas, California, and New York, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Banks, insurers, and large corporate treasury teams consistently account for the majority of postings.

How many risk analyst jobs are remote?

About 75% of risk analyst openings are fully remote or hybrid as of September 2026, though the share varies by sector and seniority. Model validation, enterprise risk reporting, and third-party risk roles tend to offer the most remote flexibility, while front-office credit and trading-adjacent positions are more likely to require in-person presence.

How do you become a risk analyst?

Start with a quantitative undergraduate degree in finance, economics, statistics, or mathematics. Build hands-on experience through internships in banking, insurance, or corporate finance where you work with real exposure data. Develop proficiency in SQL and Python or R for data modeling. Pursue an FRM or CFA to signal domain credibility, then target entry-level analyst roles in credit, operational, or market risk.

Can you get a risk analyst job with little experience?

Yes, entry-level risk analyst roles exist specifically for candidates with limited professional history, particularly at banks, insurance companies, and consulting firms. Strengthen your application by completing relevant coursework in financial modeling or statistics, earning an FRM Part I, and completing even a short internship or co-op that involved data analysis, audit support, or compliance work.

What does the risk analyst interview process look like?

Most risk analyst interviews involve a recruiter screen, a hiring manager conversation focused on your analytical background, and at least one technical round covering risk concepts, model logic, or a case study. Some employers add a take-home exercise requiring you to analyze a dataset and present findings. Final rounds often include a panel with senior risk officers who assess judgment and communication alongside technical skill.

Where can I find and apply to risk analyst jobs?

You can find and apply to risk analyst jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Search the listings to find roles that match your background, experience level, and preferred location or remote arrangement, then apply directly to each position that fits.

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