Risk Manager Jobs in Texas
Risk manager jobs in Texas are in strong demand, with openings concentrated in financial services, energy, healthcare, and insurance across seniority levels from analyst to senior risk officer. Houston, Dallas, and Austin account for the largest share of postings, where employers like JPMorgan Chase, ExxonMobil, and USAA maintain substantial operations. The most sought-after specialties in Texas are enterprise risk management, operational risk, and financial risk within highly regulated industries. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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WHY UT SOUTHWESTERN?
With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world-renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Ranked as the number 1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth according to U.S. News & World Report (Opens in a new window), we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals. Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on-site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you’ll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career!
JOB SUMMARY
The RN Risk Manager reviews patient concerns and grievances, analyzes medical records, collaborates with clinical staff, and drafts responses to patients or requestors as needed. Advises faculty, residents, students, and employees on patient communications, risk management, potential liability, and administrative policies; supports quality review activities. Prepares and reviews medical records for legal evaluation, coordinates expert reviews, and assists with discovery responses and document collection. Assists with the preparation of Professional Liability Committee agendas and materials and participates in committee meetings. Coordinates resolution of patient concerns with affiliated institutions and healthcare partners. Supports risk management education and presentations for faculty, residents, and employees. Performs other duties as assigned.
Candidates are strongly advised to include a cover letter with submission of application.
BENEFITS
UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include:
- PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
- 100% coverage for preventive healthcare-no copay
- Paid Time Off, available day one
- Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
- Paid Parental Leave Benefit
- Wellness programs
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer
EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION
Required
- Education
Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing
- Experience
4 years of experience to include at least 2 years of clinical nursing experience
- Licenses and Certifications
(RN) REGISTERED NURSE By Board of Nurse Examiners for State of Texas Upon Hire
Preferred
- Experience
2 years Experience in risk management, quality assurance, case management or related health care management field, or in legal field.
JOB DUTIES
- Reviews and analyzes medical records to investigate patient concerns of care and grievances; obtains input from clinical providers and clinical supervisors; drafts administrative response to patients. As needed, communicates directly with patients (or other requestor if applicable).
- Assists faculty, residents, students, and employees with questions and problems concerning patient communications, risk management, potential liability and direction provided by administrative policies. Provides support for quality review processes.
- Reviews and prepares medical records for legal review; evaluates cases for legal merit and coordinates expert reviews; assists with discovery responses and location of requested documentation.
- Prepares, or assists in preparing, Professional Liability Committee agendas and materials; participates in Professional Liability Committee meetings.
- Coordinates management of patient concerns with counterparts at affiliated institutions.
- Assists with risk management presentations to faculty, residents, and employees.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
SECURITY AND EEO STATEMENT
Security
This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.
EEO
UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.
WHY UT SOUTHWESTERN?
With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world-renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Ranked as the number 1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth according to U.S. News & World Report (Opens in a new window), we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals. Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on-site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you’ll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career!
JOB SUMMARY
The RN Risk Manager reviews patient concerns and grievances, analyzes medical records, collaborates with clinical staff, and drafts responses to patients or requestors as needed. Advises faculty, residents, students, and employees on patient communications, risk management, potential liability, and administrative policies; supports quality review activities. Prepares and reviews medical records for legal evaluation, coordinates expert reviews, and assists with discovery responses and document collection. Assists with the preparation of Professional Liability Committee agendas and materials and participates in committee meetings. Coordinates resolution of patient concerns with affiliated institutions and healthcare partners. Supports risk management education and presentations for faculty, residents, and employees. Performs other duties as assigned.
Candidates are strongly advised to include a cover letter with submission of application.
BENEFITS
UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include:
- PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
- 100% coverage for preventive healthcare-no copay
- Paid Time Off, available day one
- Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
- Paid Parental Leave Benefit
- Wellness programs
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer
EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION
Required
- Education
Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing
- Experience
4 years of experience to include at least 2 years of clinical nursing experience
- Licenses and Certifications
(RN) REGISTERED NURSE By Board of Nurse Examiners for State of Texas Upon Hire
Preferred
- Experience
2 years Experience in risk management, quality assurance, case management or related health care management field, or in legal field.
JOB DUTIES
- Reviews and analyzes medical records to investigate patient concerns of care and grievances; obtains input from clinical providers and clinical supervisors; drafts administrative response to patients. As needed, communicates directly with patients (or other requestor if applicable).
- Assists faculty, residents, students, and employees with questions and problems concerning patient communications, risk management, potential liability and direction provided by administrative policies. Provides support for quality review processes.
- Reviews and prepares medical records for legal review; evaluates cases for legal merit and coordinates expert reviews; assists with discovery responses and location of requested documentation.
- Prepares, or assists in preparing, Professional Liability Committee agendas and materials; participates in Professional Liability Committee meetings.
- Coordinates management of patient concerns with counterparts at affiliated institutions.
- Assists with risk management presentations to faculty, residents, and employees.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
SECURITY AND EEO STATEMENT
Security
This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.
EEO
UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.
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Risk Manager Job Market in Texas
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Banking & Financial Services
- Healthcare & Medical Services
- Consulting & Professional Services
- Retail
- Education
What Texas Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in risk manager jobs across Texas.
- Bachelor's degree in finance, business, accounting, or a related field required
- Professional certification such as FRM, CRM, or CRISC strongly preferred by Texas employers
- Three or more years of risk management or financial analysis experience in a regulated industry
- Demonstrated proficiency with risk management frameworks such as COSO or ISO 31000
- Strong analytical skills with experience using data modeling or enterprise risk software
- Effective written and verbal communication skills for reporting to senior leadership and regulators
Risk Manager Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a risk manager in Texas?
The typical path starts with a bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, business, or a related discipline, followed by entry-level work in audit, compliance, or financial analysis. Texas has no state-issued license specific to risk management, but professional certifications carry real weight with employers here. The Financial Risk Manager designation from the Global Association of Risk Professionals and the Certified Risk Manager credential from the National Alliance in Austin are the most recognized in the Texas market.
Which companies hire risk managers in Texas?
Employers hiring risk managers in Texas right now include Scotiabank, Macquarie, and Capital One, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Texas's concentration of energy companies, regional banks, insurance carriers, and large hospital systems means demand stays consistent across multiple industries rather than depending on a single sector.
Which Texas cities have the most risk manager jobs?
Houston, Dallas, and Austin have the most risk manager openings in Texas. Houston leads because of its density of energy firms, petrochemical companies, and large financial institutions, while Dallas draws volume from corporate headquarters in banking, insurance, and technology, and Austin's fast-growing fintech and healthcare sectors have added steady demand in recent years.
Are there remote risk manager jobs in Texas?
Yes, and more than many fields, since risk management is primarily an analytical and advisory function that does not require hands-on presence. About 68% of risk manager openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting how widely the role translates to distributed work. Enterprise risk, credit risk modeling, and compliance-focused positions tend to offer the most remote flexibility.
How can I get hired as a risk manager in Texas with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is moving laterally from a role in audit, compliance, financial analysis, or insurance underwriting, all of which build directly applicable skills. Large Texas employers like USAA, Frost Bank, and Memorial Hermann run rotational or associate programs that place early-career candidates in risk functions. Earning the Chartered Property Casualty Underwriter designation or completing the National Alliance's risk management coursework in Austin gives candidates a concrete credential that opens doors with Texas insurers and corporations hiring at the associate level.
Where can I find and apply to risk manager jobs in Texas?
You can find and apply to risk manager jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings tied to the Texas market. Find roles that fit your background and apply directly to the employer without going through a third party.
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