Risk Management Director Jobs in Ohio

Risk Management Director jobs in Ohio are in steady demand, concentrated in financial services, insurance, healthcare, and manufacturing sectors, with openings at every level from newly promoted managers to senior enterprise risk leaders. Columbus, Cleveland, and Cincinnati account for the largest share of postings, where established employers like Nationwide, KeyCorp, and Fifth Third Bancorp maintain significant risk management functions. Enterprise risk management, compliance-integrated risk programs, and operational risk oversight are the most sought-after specialties across Ohio hiring. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles19
Top employerJPMorganChase
Top cityColumbus, OH
Cities hiring10
Work type56% Hybrid
Top credentialBachelor's degree

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Senior Cybersecurity / Supply Chain Risk Management SME
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Senior Cybersecurity / Supply Chain Risk Management SME
LeBrun Management Solutions LLC
Dayton, Ohio
Project Management
Solutions Engineering & Architecture
Technical Program Management
$150k - $175k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's degree in systems engineering

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Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland
SCS - Credit Risk Management Intern - 2027
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SCS - Credit Risk Management Intern - 2027
Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland
Cleveland, Ohio
Engineering (Non-Software)
IT Support
Technical Program Management
$20.5 - $26/hr
On-Site
1,001-5,000

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Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland
Enterprise Risk Management Intern - 2027
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Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland
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Enterprise Risk Management Intern - 2027
Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland
Cleveland, Ohio
Engineering (Non-Software)
IT Support
Technical Program Management
$20.5 - $26/hr
On-Site
1,001-5,000

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StoneX Group
Intern - Commodity Risk Management (Grain)
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Intern - Commodity Risk Management (Grain)
StoneX Group
Bowling Green, Ohio
Business Development
Growth Marketing
Marketing
1,001-5,000

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Cuyahoga Community College
Director, Compliance & Risk Management
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Cuyahoga Community College
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Director, Compliance & Risk Management
Cuyahoga Community College
Cleveland, Ohio
Business Operations
Compliance & Legal
Compliance & Risk
Project Management
$90k - $100k/yr
Master's degree
1,001-5,000

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Risk Management Director Jobs by City in Ohio

Where Ohio roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Columbus
7 jobs
Cleveland
4 jobs
Akron
1 job
Amelia
1 job
Dayton
1 job
Toledo
1 job
Brooklyn
1 job
Beachwood
1 job
Cincinnati
1 job

Risk Management Director Job Market in Ohio

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

Who's Hiring

JPMorganChase
JPMorganChase3 open roles
KeyBank
KeyBank2 open roles
Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland
Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland2 open roles

What Ohio Employers Look For

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

  • Bachelor's degree in finance, business administration, or a related field required
  • Professional certification such as FRM, CERM, or CRM strongly preferred by Ohio employers
  • Seven or more years of progressive risk management experience in financial services or insurance
  • Demonstrated expertise in enterprise risk management frameworks and regulatory compliance
  • Strong knowledge of Ohio-relevant regulatory environments including ODIC and OCC guidelines
  • Experience managing cross-functional risk teams and presenting to executive leadership or boards

Risk Management Director Jobs in Ohio: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a risk management director in Ohio?

The most direct path is a bachelor's degree in finance, business, or risk management followed by several years in analyst or manager-level risk roles. Ohio does not require a state-issued license to practice risk management, but most director-level candidates hold a professional credential such as the Financial Risk Manager designation or the Certified Risk Manager credential. Large Ohio employers in banking and insurance increasingly treat the FRM or CERM as a de facto requirement for director consideration.

How much do risk management directors make in Ohio?

Risk management directors in Ohio earn a median of about $98,650 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $62,710 for the lowest 10% to over $163,210 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire risk management directors in Ohio?

Employers hiring risk management directors in Ohio right now include JPMorganChase, KeyBank, and Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Ohio's deep concentration of insurance carriers, regional banks, and large integrated health systems means director-level risk roles appear year-round rather than only during budget cycles.

Which Ohio cities have the most risk management director jobs?

Columbus, Cleveland, and Akron have the most risk management director openings in Ohio. Columbus dominates because it is home to major insurance and financial services headquarters, while Cleveland's concentration of regional banks and health systems and Cincinnati's presence of national consumer and financial firms each generate consistent director-level demand.

Are there remote risk management director jobs in Ohio?

Yes, and more than most senior roles, because risk management directors primarily work with data, policies, and cross-functional teams rather than physical operations. About 67% of risk management director openings tied to Ohio are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, reflecting the analytical nature of the work. The most remote-friendly areas are enterprise risk strategy, credit risk oversight, and compliance program management.

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

The most realistic entry path is a risk analyst or compliance analyst role at one of Ohio's large financial services or insurance employers, where internal mobility into management is well-established. Nationwide, KeyCorp, and Ohio-based regional insurers regularly promote from within and hire analysts with a finance or accounting background. Earning a CRM or beginning the FRM curriculum while in an analyst role signals directional intent. Adjacent roles in internal audit, treasury, and compliance management at Ohio banks or health systems also serve as proven stepping stones.

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

You can find and apply to risk management director jobs in Ohio on Migrate Mate, which lists current Ohio openings sourced from employers across the state. Search the available roles, find the ones that match your background and preferred location, and apply directly to each position.

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