Risk Management Lead Jobs in Massachusetts

Risk management lead jobs in Massachusetts are in strong demand, concentrated in financial services, life sciences, healthcare, and technology sectors, with openings at every level from early-career analysts stepping into lead roles through senior enterprise risk leaders. Boston, Worcester, and Cambridge anchor the hiring market, where established employers such as State Street, Liberty Mutual, and Mass General Brigham regularly seek risk management leads. The most sought-after specialties include enterprise risk management, operational risk, and compliance-integrated risk frameworks. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles32
Top employerState Street
Top cityBoston, MA
Cities hiring13
Work type50% Hybrid
Top industryEducation

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CVS Health
R1054609 Senior Analyst, IT Compliance & Risk - Identity and Access Management (IAM)
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CVS Health
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R1054609 Senior Analyst, IT Compliance & Risk - Identity and Access Management (IAM)
CVS Health
Wellesley, Massachusetts
Program Management
Project & Program Management
Project Management
$79k - $173k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's degree in information technology
10,000+

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Oxfam
Vice President of Operations and Risk Management
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Vice President of Operations and Risk Management
Oxfam
Boston, Massachusetts
Business Strategy
Consulting & Professional Services
Project Management
$235k - $250k/yr
Remote (US)
11-50

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MFS Investment Management
Summer 2027 Enterprise Risk Management Intern (June-August)
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MFS Investment Management
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Summer 2027 Enterprise Risk Management Intern (June-August)
MFS Investment Management
Boston, Massachusetts
Accounting
Business Operations
$21 - $25/hr
Hybrid
1,001-5,000

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MFS Investment Management
Summer 2027 Legal, Compliance, Enterprise Risk Management (LCERM) Business Operations Intern (June-August)
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MFS Investment Management
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Summer 2027 Legal, Compliance, Enterprise Risk Management (LCERM) Business Operations Intern (June-August)
MFS Investment Management
Boston, Massachusetts
Business Operations
Program Management
Project Management
$21 - $25/hr
Hybrid
1,001-5,000

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Northeastern University
Alnylam Pharmaceuticals – Safety and Risk Management Postdoctoral Research Fellow
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Northeastern University
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Alnylam Pharmaceuticals – Safety and Risk Management Postdoctoral Research Fellow
Northeastern University
Boston, Massachusetts
Higher Education
Research & Academia
Teaching & Instruction
$60k - $85k.5/yr
1,001-5,000

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Risk Management Lead Jobs by City in Massachusetts

Where Massachusetts roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Cambridge
3 jobs
Wareham
2 jobs
Acton
1 job
Salem
1 job
Quincy
1 job
Andover
1 job
Brockton
1 job
Wellesley
1 job

Risk Management Lead Job Market in Massachusetts

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

Who's Hiring

State Street
State Street2 open roles
Openbank Deutschland AG
Openbank Deutschland AG2 open roles
MFS Investment Management
MFS Investment Management2 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Education

What Massachusetts Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in risk management lead jobs across Massachusetts.

  • Bachelor's degree in finance, business, or a related field required
  • Professional Risk Manager or Certified Risk Manager credential strongly preferred
  • Five or more years of risk management experience including supervisory responsibility
  • Demonstrated experience with enterprise risk frameworks such as COSO or ISO 31000
  • Proficiency in risk assessment tools, GRC platforms, and regulatory reporting
  • Strong communication skills for presenting risk findings to senior leadership

Risk Management Lead Jobs in Massachusetts: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a risk management lead in Massachusetts?

Most employers in Massachusetts require a bachelor's degree in finance, business administration, or a related field, followed by several years of progressively responsible risk management experience. While Massachusetts does not issue a state-specific license for risk management leads, earning a nationally recognized credential such as the Professional Risk Manager (PRM) or Certified Risk Manager (CRM) strengthens candidacy significantly. Many Massachusetts financial services and healthcare employers expect candidates to also understand Massachusetts regulatory frameworks relevant to their industry.

How much do risk management leads make in Massachusetts?

Risk management leads in Massachusetts earn a median of about $130,400 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $71,390 for the lowest 10% to over $209,200 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire risk management leads in Massachusetts?

Employers hiring risk management leads in Massachusetts right now include State Street, Openbank Deutschland AG, and MFS Investment Management, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Massachusetts's deep concentration of financial services firms, insurers, and academic medical centers means steady, recurring demand for this role across both large institutions and regional organizations.

Which Massachusetts cities have the most risk management lead jobs?

Boston, Cambridge, and Wareham have the most risk management lead openings in Massachusetts. Boston drives the largest share of demand given its status as a global financial and life sciences hub, while Worcester and Cambridge contribute openings tied to major healthcare systems, insurers, and university-affiliated research institutions operating throughout the region.

Are there remote risk management lead jobs in Massachusetts?

Yes, and more than many comparable roles, because risk management lead work is largely analytical and desk-based rather than hands-on. About 75% of risk management lead openings tied to Massachusetts are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, reflecting employer flexibility for experienced candidates. The most consistently remote portions of the role involve risk reporting, framework development, and policy review, while on-site presence is more common during audits and stakeholder meetings.

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

The most realistic entry path is moving into a risk analyst or compliance analyst role first and building toward a lead position. Large Massachusetts employers such as State Street, Liberty Mutual, and Massachusetts General Brigham run structured associate or rotational programs that place early-career professionals in risk functions. Lateral moves from internal audit, financial analysis, or operations roles are common stepping stones. Earning the Certified Risk Manager credential and building familiarity with GRC platforms gives candidates a concrete edge when applying to these programs.

Where can I find and apply to risk management lead jobs in Massachusetts?

You can find and apply to risk management lead jobs in Massachusetts on Migrate Mate, which lists current Massachusetts openings across financial services, healthcare, life sciences, and technology employers. Find roles that fit your experience and specialty area and apply directly to the employers posting them.

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