Risk Analyst Jobs in New York

Risk Analyst jobs in New York are among the most active in the country, concentrated in financial services, insurance, and banking across a market that ranges from entry-level analysts to senior risk officers. Most hiring is centered in New York City, with additional demand in Buffalo and Albany, where institutions like JPMorgan Chase, Citigroup, and MetLife maintain large risk functions. The most in-demand specialties are credit risk, operational risk, and quantitative risk modeling. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles61
Top employerCiti
Top cityNew York, NY
Cities hiring11
Work type73% Hybrid
Top industryInvestment

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KeyBank
Risk Analyst V - Operational Risk Management: Centralized Testing & Verification
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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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RBC
Counterparty Credit Risk Analyst (GRM)
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RBC
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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
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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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Intercontinental Exchange
Risk Analyst
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Intercontinental Exchange
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Risk Analyst
Intercontinental Exchange
New York, New York
Business Analysis
Compliance & Legal
Compliance & Risk
Project Management
$88k - $119k/yr
Master's degree
5,001-10,000

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Ares Management
Associate/Sr. Associate - Investment Risk Analyst, Ares Insurance Solutions (AIS)
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Ares Management
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Associate/Sr. Associate - Investment Risk Analyst, Ares Insurance Solutions (AIS)
Ares Management
New York, New York
Business Strategy
Compliance & Risk
Consulting & Professional Services
$130k - $175k/yr
1,001-5,000

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Risk Analyst Jobs by City in New York

Where New York roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Getzville
2 jobs
Manhattan
2 jobs
Amherst
1 job
Buffalo
1 job
Bethpage
1 job
Syracuse
1 job
Calverton
1 job
Rochester
1 job

Risk Analyst Job Market in New York

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

Who's Hiring

Citi
Citi6 open roles
Intuit
Intuit5 open roles
Polymarket
Polymarket4 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Investment & Asset Management
  • Technology & Software
  • Fintech
  • Insurance

What New York Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in risk analyst jobs across New York.

  • Bachelor's degree in finance, economics, mathematics, or a related quantitative field
  • FRM or CFA designation preferred by most New York financial services employers
  • Proficiency in risk modeling tools such as SAS, Python, R, or SQL
  • Experience with regulatory frameworks including Basel III, CCAR, or Dodd-Frank compliance
  • Strong analytical and data interpretation skills applied to credit or market risk
  • Familiarity with New York DFS reporting requirements and financial institution audit standards

Risk Analyst Jobs in New York: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a risk analyst in New York?

Most risk analysts in New York enter the field with a bachelor's degree in finance, economics, statistics, or a related quantitative discipline. New York does not require a state-issued license to work as a risk analyst, but earning the Financial Risk Manager certification from the Global Association of Risk Professionals or the CFA credential gives candidates a clear edge with New York employers, particularly in banking and insurance. Many large New York firms also recruit directly from graduate finance programs at local universities.

How much do risk analysts make in New York?

Risk analysts in New York earn a median of about $136,830 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $84,550 for the lowest 10% to over $220,260 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire risk analysts in New York?

Employers hiring risk analysts in New York right now include Citi, Intuit, and Polymarket, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. New York's concentration of global banks, insurance carriers, and asset managers makes it one of the deepest markets in the country for risk analyst roles across credit, market, and operational disciplines.

Which New York cities have the most risk analyst jobs?

New York, Getzville, and Manhattan have the most risk analyst openings in New York. New York City dominates because it is home to the headquarters and major operations of the country's largest banks, insurance firms, and asset managers, while Buffalo and Albany see consistent demand from regional financial institutions, insurance companies, and state government agencies with risk and compliance functions.

Are there remote risk analyst jobs in New York?

Yes, and more than most fields. About 88% of risk analyst openings tied to New York are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting the desk-based and analytical nature of the work. Quantitative modeling, credit risk analysis, and regulatory reporting roles are the most likely to offer remote or hybrid arrangements, while positions requiring close coordination with trading desks or audit teams tend to require more in-office presence.

How can I get hired as a risk analyst in New York with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is a junior risk analyst or risk associate role at a New York regional bank or insurance company, where competition is lower than at bulge-bracket firms. Large New York employers including Citigroup and MetLife run analyst rotational and new-graduate programs that feed into risk departments. Candidates who build skills in Excel-based financial modeling or earn an FRM Part I pass distinguish themselves early. Adjacent roles such as credit analyst, compliance analyst, or financial analyst also serve as common lateral entry points into risk functions.

Where can I find and apply to risk analyst jobs in New York?

You can find and apply to risk analyst jobs in New York on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the state. Search the available roles, find the ones that fit your background and location, and apply directly to the ones that match.

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