Risk Manager Jobs in Ohio

Risk Manager jobs in Ohio are consistently active, with strong demand from entry-level analysts through senior enterprise risk leaders concentrated in financial services, insurance, healthcare, and manufacturing. Columbus, Cleveland, and Cincinnati anchor most of the hiring, where employers like Nationwide, KeyCorp, and Fifth Third Bank maintain large risk and compliance teams. The most in-demand specialties are enterprise risk management, operational risk, and credit risk analysis. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles17
Top employerDeloitte
Top cityColumbus, OH
Cities hiring7
Work type43% Hybrid
Top industryEducation

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Treasury & Risk Manager
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Treasury & Risk Manager
Lifestyle Communities
Columbus, Ohio
Account Management
Customer Service
Sales
Bachelor's degree in finance
51-200

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Enterprise & Operational Risk Manager
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Enterprise & Operational Risk Manager
Capital Group
London, Ohio
Business Strategy
Data Analytics
Data Science
5,001-10,000

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Credit Risk Review - Strategic Insight Team Manager
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Credit Risk Review - Strategic Insight Team Manager
KeyBank
Cleveland, Ohio
Account Management
Customer Success
Partnerships & Business Development
$128k - $268k/yr
Remote (US)
Bachelor's degree in finance
10,000+

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Account Manager, Commercial Risk
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Account Manager, Commercial Risk
Aon
Cleveland, Ohio
Account Management
Business Development
Sales
$70k - $90k/yr
Hybrid
10,000+

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Account Manager - Commercial Risk Real Estate
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Account Manager - Commercial Risk Real Estate
Kapnick Insurance Group
Maumee, Ohio
Account Management
Customer Service
Sales
High school diploma or GED
51-200

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Risk Manager Jobs by City in Ohio

Where Ohio roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Columbus
5 jobs
Cleveland
5 jobs
Cincinnati
3 jobs
Dayton
1 job
London
1 job
Maumee
1 job
Toledo
1 job

Risk Manager Job Market in Ohio

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

Who's Hiring

Deloitte2 open roles
Aon1 open role
CBIZ1 open role

Top Industries Hiring

  • Education
  • Accounting & Auditing
  • Banking & Financial Services
  • Healthcare & Medical Services

What Ohio Employers Look For

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

  • Bachelor's degree in finance, business, accounting, or a related field required
  • Professional certification such as FRM, ARM, or CRM strongly preferred by Ohio employers
  • Three or more years of experience in risk analysis, compliance, or financial controls
  • Proficiency in risk management software and enterprise GRC platforms
  • Strong working knowledge of regulatory frameworks including OCC, FDIC, or state banking guidelines
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills for executive-level reporting and committee presentations

Risk Manager Jobs in Ohio: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a risk manager in Ohio?

Becoming a risk manager in Ohio typically starts with a bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, business administration, or a quantitative field. Ohio does not require a state-issued license for most risk manager roles, but professional certifications carry significant weight with hiring managers. The Financial Risk Manager designation from GARP and the Associate in Risk Management from The Institutes are the credentials Ohio employers most consistently request, particularly in insurance, banking, and healthcare.

Which companies hire risk managers in Ohio?

Employers hiring risk managers in Ohio right now include Deloitte, Aon, and CBIZ, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Ohio's high concentration of insurance carriers, regional banks, and large health systems means demand for risk professionals is distributed across multiple industries rather than tied to a single sector.

Which Ohio cities have the most risk manager jobs?

Columbus, Cleveland, and Cincinnati have the most risk manager openings in Ohio. Columbus leads because of the dense cluster of insurance headquarters, regional bank operations, and large healthcare systems based there, while Cleveland and Cincinnati draw demand from financial institutions, manufacturing conglomerates, and hospital networks with substantial compliance and operational risk functions.

Are there remote risk manager jobs in Ohio?

Yes, and more than many fields, because risk management is an analytical and advisory function that translates well to remote work. About 71% of risk manager openings tied to Ohio are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the desk-based nature of the role. Enterprise risk, credit risk modeling, and compliance advisory positions are the sub-areas most likely to be posted as fully remote.

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

The most realistic entry path is a lateral move from a directly adjacent role such as financial analyst, internal auditor, or compliance associate at an Ohio bank, insurance carrier, or health system. Large Ohio employers like Nationwide and Fifth Third Bank run structured rotational or associate programs that place candidates into risk functions without requiring prior risk-specific experience. Completing the ARM designation or a GRC platform certification before applying gives a candidate a concrete edge over others at the same experience level.

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

You can find and apply to risk manager jobs in Ohio on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers hiring across the state. The listings are updated regularly and cover Columbus, Cleveland, Cincinnati, and other Ohio markets. Find roles that fit your experience and apply directly through each posting.

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