Risk Management Specialist Jobs in Michigan

Risk Management Specialist jobs in Michigan are consistently active, concentrated in the automotive, financial services, manufacturing, and insurance sectors that anchor the state's economy. Detroit, Grand Rapids, and Ann Arbor account for the largest share of openings, with established employers such as Ford Motor Company, Ally Financial, and Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan among the most recognized and recurring hirers. Demand is strongest for specialists with expertise in enterprise risk management, operational risk, and insurance program administration across entry-level analyst positions through senior and director-level roles. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.

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Overview

Open roles11
Top employerDRiV
Top cityDetroit, MI
Cities hiring7
Work type33% Remote
Top industryTechnology

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CVS Health
Senior Manager, Risk Adjustment Vendor Management
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Senior Manager, Risk Adjustment Vendor Management
CVS Health
Michigan
Business Operations
Executive Leadership & C-Suite
Project Management
$68k - $183k/yr
Remote (US)
Bachelor's degree
10,000+

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Ford Motor Company
Fraud Manager, Ford Credit Risk Management Organization
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Ford Motor Company
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Fraud Manager, Ford Credit Risk Management Organization
Ford Motor Company
Dearborn, Michigan
Business Analysis
Program Management
Project & Program Management
Project Management
$142k - $268k/yr
Hybrid
Master's degree in business administration
10,000+

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Whirlpool Corporation
Senior Treasury Analyst - FX & Commodity Risk Management
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Whirlpool Corporation
Added 3d ago
Senior Treasury Analyst - FX & Commodity Risk Management
Whirlpool Corporation
Benton Harbor, Michigan
Compliance & Risk
Cybersecurity
IT Support
Bachelor's degree in finance
10,000+

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DRiV
Manager, Foreign Exchange Risk Management
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DRiV
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Manager, Foreign Exchange Risk Management
DRiV
Southfield, Michigan
Business Analysis
Data Analytics
Data Science
Master's degree in business administration

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Risk Management Specialist Jobs by City in Michigan

Where Michigan roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Detroit
2 jobs
Dearborn
2 jobs
Southfield
2 jobs
Mason
1 job
Livonia
1 job
Benton Harbor
1 job
Farmington Hills
1 job

Risk Management Specialist Job Market in Michigan

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

Who's Hiring

DRiV
DRiV1 open role
Dauch
Dauch1 open role
EPITEC
EPITEC1 open role

Top Industries Hiring

  • Technology & Software

What Michigan Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in risk management specialist jobs across Michigan.

  • Bachelor's degree in risk management, finance, business, or a related field required
  • Professional certification such as ARM, RIMS-CRMP, or CRM strongly preferred by Michigan employers
  • Three or more years of experience assessing and mitigating operational or enterprise risk
  • Proficiency in risk management information systems and GRC software platforms
  • Strong analytical skills for identifying exposures in regulated Michigan industries like insurance and automotive
  • Familiarity with Michigan regulatory frameworks, including state insurance compliance requirements

Risk Management Specialist Jobs in Michigan: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a risk management specialist in Michigan?

Most risk management specialists in Michigan start with a bachelor's degree in risk management, business administration, finance, or insurance. Michigan does not issue a state license specifically for risk management specialists, but employers consistently favor candidates who hold the Associate in Risk Management credential or the RIMS-CRMP designation. Many Michigan-based insurers, automotive companies, and financial institutions treat these credentials as a practical hiring filter, so earning one early accelerates the path into full specialist roles.

How much do risk management specialists make in Michigan?

Risk management specialists in Michigan earn a median of about $103,940 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $60,400 for the lowest 10% to over $165,410 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire risk management specialists in Michigan?

Employers hiring risk management specialists in Michigan right now include DRiV, Dauch, and EPITEC, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Michigan's concentration of automotive manufacturers, regional banks, and large insurance carriers creates sustained demand across both corporate risk and insurance operations roles.

Which Michigan cities have the most risk management specialist jobs?

Detroit, Dearborn, and Southfield account for the greatest concentration of risk management specialist openings in Michigan. Detroit and its suburbs drive the largest share given the headquarters presence of major automotive companies and financial institutions, while Grand Rapids attracts openings from its growing healthcare systems and manufacturing base, and Ann Arbor contributes through its university-affiliated medical centers and technology sector employers.

Are there remote risk management specialist jobs in Michigan?

Yes, and more than many comparable business roles, given that much of the work involves analyzing data, maintaining documentation, and coordinating with internal stakeholders rather than on-site inspections. About 67% of risk management specialist openings tied to Michigan are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting how naturally the role translates to distributed work. Enterprise risk, compliance monitoring, and insurance program coordination are the functions most commonly offered remotely.

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

The most realistic entry point is an analyst or risk coordinator role at a Michigan insurance carrier, regional bank, or large manufacturer, where hands-on exposure to loss analysis and compliance reporting builds the foundation employers expect. Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan, Consumers Energy, and mid-size regional banks in the Detroit and Grand Rapids markets regularly bring on associates and rotational program participants without full specialist experience. Lateral moves from adjacent roles such as insurance underwriting, internal audit, or financial analysis are a common path, and earning the Associate in Risk Management designation before applying gives candidates a measurable credential edge over other early-career applicants.

Where can I find and apply to risk management specialist jobs in Michigan?

You can find and apply to risk management specialist jobs in Michigan on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from Michigan employers across the automotive, financial services, insurance, and healthcare industries. Search the roles available, find the ones that match your experience and location, and apply directly from the listing.

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