Risk Management Director Jobs in Arizona

Risk Management Director jobs in Arizona are concentrated in financial services, healthcare, real estate, and defense contracting, with demand at every level from newly promoted managers stepping into their first director role through senior executives overseeing enterprise-wide programs. Phoenix and Scottsdale anchor the majority of openings, with Tucson contributing a steady share through its university and healthcare systems. Established employers such as Banner Health, American Express, and Raytheon Technologies maintain ongoing needs for risk leadership across their Arizona operations. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles20
Top employerJPMorganChase
Top cityPhoenix, AZ
Cities hiring8
Work type58% On-site
Top industryBanking

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CVS Health
Senior Manager, Risk Adjustment Vendor Management
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CVS Health
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Senior Manager, Risk Adjustment Vendor Management
CVS Health
Arizona
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Social Work & Counseling
$68k - $183k/yr
Remote (US)
Bachelor's degree
10,000+

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American Express
Campus Undergraduate Summer Internship Program - 2027 Third Party Risk Management, Enterprise Shared Services- Phoenix, AZ
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American Express
Added 3d ago
Campus Undergraduate Summer Internship Program - 2027 Third Party Risk Management, Enterprise Shared Services- Phoenix, AZ
American Express
Phoenix, Arizona
Accounting
Business Operations
Tax
$24.05 - $63/hr
Hybrid
10,000+

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American Express
Senior Manager-Risk Management
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American Express
Added 3d ago
Senior Manager-Risk Management
American Express
Phoenix, Arizona
Business Strategy
Consulting & Professional Services
Strategy & Corporate Development
$104k - $175k/yr
Hybrid
Master's degree in business
10,000+

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Pima County
Financial Services Representative I - Finance and Risk Management
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Pima County
Added 1w ago
Financial Services Representative I - Finance and Risk Management
Pima County
Tucson, Arizona
Customer Service
Customer Service & Support
Customer Support
$19.74 - $26.64/hr
On-Site
Associate's degree in accounting
5,001-10,000

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Risk Management Director Jobs by City in Arizona

Where Arizona roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Phoenix
6 jobs
Tempe
5 jobs
Tucson
2 jobs
Kingman
1 job
Peridot
1 job
Glendale
1 job
Williams
1 job
Fort Huachuca
1 job

Risk Management Director Job Market in Arizona

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

Who's Hiring

JPMorganChase
JPMorganChase2 open roles
American Express
American Express2 open roles
Northern Trust
Northern Trust2 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Banking & Financial Services
  • Fintech
  • Insurance
  • Healthcare & Medical Services
  • Investment & Asset Management

What Arizona Employers Look For

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

  • Bachelor's degree in finance, business administration, or a related field required
  • Seven or more years of progressive risk management experience, including leadership responsibilities
  • Certified Risk Manager or FRM designation strongly preferred by Arizona employers
  • Deep knowledge of enterprise risk frameworks such as COSO or ISO 31000
  • Experience overseeing compliance, audit coordination, or regulatory risk in Arizona-regulated industries
  • Demonstrated ability to present risk strategy and findings to executive leadership and boards

Risk Management Director Jobs in Arizona: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a risk management director in Arizona?

Most risk management directors in Arizona reach the role by combining a bachelor's degree in finance, business, or a related field with several years of progressively senior risk or compliance experience. Arizona does not require a state-issued license to hold the title, but employers consistently favor candidates who hold recognized credentials such as the Certified Risk Manager designation through the National Alliance, the Financial Risk Manager credential, or the Professional Risk Manager certification. Relevant industry experience in healthcare, financial services, or defense contracting carries significant weight in the Arizona market.

How much do risk management directors make in Arizona?

Risk management directors in Arizona earn a median of about $102,800 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $57,400 for the lowest 10% to over $165,880 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire risk management directors in Arizona?

Employers hiring risk management directors in Arizona right now include JPMorganChase, American Express, and Northern Trust, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Arizona's concentration of large healthcare networks, financial institutions, and defense contractors means demand for risk leadership is distributed across multiple industries rather than tied to a single sector.

Which Arizona cities have the most risk management director jobs?

Phoenix, Tempe, and Arizona account for the most risk management director openings in Arizona. Phoenix dominates due to its density of corporate headquarters, major hospital systems, and financial services firms, while Scottsdale adds concentration from insurance companies and wealth management firms, and Tucson contributes openings tied to its defense contractors and University of Arizona Health Network operations.

Are there remote risk management director jobs in Arizona?

Yes, and more than many senior operations roles, because risk management director work centers on analysis, strategy, and stakeholder communication that translates well to remote formats. About 42% of risk management director openings tied to Arizona are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting broader trends in corporate and financial services hiring. The portions of the role most commonly performed remotely include policy development, reporting, and cross-functional risk reviews, while on-site presence is more often required for regulated industries such as healthcare.

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

The most realistic entry path is moving into a risk analyst or compliance specialist role first, then building toward director-level responsibility over time. Large Arizona employers such as Banner Health and American Express hire risk analysts and compliance coordinators as pipeline talent, and performing well in those roles is how most directors in the state made the transition. Earning a Certified Risk Manager or FRM credential while working in an adjacent role accelerates promotion discussions, and candidates who can show they managed a risk project end-to-end, even at a smaller scope, stand out in Arizona hiring panels.

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

You can find and apply to risk management director jobs in Arizona on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Search the available roles, find ones that match your background and target location, and apply directly to the employers posting them.

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