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 roles26
Top employerKeyBank
Top cityCincinnati, OH
Cities hiring9
Work type56% Hybrid
Top industryBanking

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Huntington Bank
Asset Finance Risk Manager Sr
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Huntington Bank
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Asset Finance Risk Manager Sr
Huntington Bank
Cincinnati, Ohio
Business Operations
Executive Leadership & C-Suite
Project Management
$120k - $189k/yr
Remote (US)
Bachelor's degree in finance
10,000+

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KeyBank
Manager, Commercial Card and Merchant Risk
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Manager, Commercial Card and Merchant Risk
KeyBank
Cleveland, Ohio
Compliance & Legal
Partnerships & Business Development
Project & Program Management
Compliance & Risk
Business Development
$96k - $181k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Energy Risk Manager for North America
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Energy Risk Manager for North America
E&C
Columbus, Ohio
Business Operations
Executive Leadership & C-Suite
Project Management
Hybrid
Bachelor's degree in finance

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Worldpay
Compliance Manager - Crypto, Trade Compliance and Country Risk
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Added 6d ago
Compliance Manager - Crypto, Trade Compliance and Country Risk
Worldpay
Cincinnati, Ohio
Accounting
Investment Banking & Capital Markets
5,001-10,000

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KeyBank
Sr. Compliance Manager – Operational Risk Testing
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Sr. Compliance Manager – Operational Risk Testing
KeyBank
Brooklyn, Ohio
Business Operations
Executive Leadership & C-Suite
Project Management
$112k - $210k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's degree
10,000+

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Risk Manager Jobs by City in Ohio

Where Ohio roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Cincinnati
7 jobs
Columbus
6 jobs
Cleveland
5 jobs
Lima
1 job
Solon
1 job
Canton
1 job
Dayton
1 job
Brooklyn
1 job
Wright-Patterson AFB
1 job

Risk Manager Job Market in Ohio

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

Who's Hiring

KeyBank
KeyBank3 open roles
Medpace
Medpace2 open roles
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E&C1 open role

Top Industries Hiring

  • Banking & Financial Services
  • Healthcare & Medical Services
  • Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
  • Accounting & Auditing
  • Waste Management & Environmental 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 KeyBank, Medpace, and E&C, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 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?

Cincinnati, Columbus, and Cleveland 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 69% of risk manager openings tied to Ohio are remote or hybrid as of September 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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