Risk Operations Specialist Jobs in Texas
Risk Operations Specialist jobs in Texas are in strong demand, concentrated in financial services, insurance, banking, and energy sectors, with openings at every level from entry-level analysts through senior risk leads. Houston, Dallas, and Austin account for the bulk of hiring, with anchor employers such as JPMorgan Chase, American Airlines, and USAA maintaining significant risk operations workforces in the state. The most sought-after specialties in Texas listings include fraud risk operations, credit risk monitoring, and operational compliance. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Company:
Marsh McLennan Agency
Description:
Our not-so-secret sauce.
Award-winning, inclusive, Top Workplace culture doesn’t happen overnight. It’s a result of hard work by extraordinary people. The industry’s brightest talent drives our efforts to deliver purposeful work and meaningful impact every day. Learn more about what makes us different and how you can make your mark as a Senior Operations Specialist at McGriff, a division of Marsh & McLennan Agency LLC (MMA.)
Marsh McLennan Agency (MMA) provides business insurance, employee health & benefits, retirement, and private client insurance solutions to organizations and individuals seeking limitless possibilities. With offices across North America, we combine the personalized service model of a local consultant with the global resources of the world’s leading professional services firm, Marsh McLennan (NYSE: MRSH).
A day in the life.
As our Senior Operations Specialist on the McGriff Corporate Operations - Certificate of Insurance team, you will serve as a subject matter expert for the client-facing Certificates of Insurance (COI) process and support the successful execution of offshore operations for this function. You will play a key role in ensuring the COI process is transitioned and executed accurately, consistently, and efficiently by offshore teams. You will provide day-to-day support and guidance on COI-related activities, including reviewing certificate requests, answering process and coverage questions, supporting implementation efforts, assisting with training and knowledge transfer, and helping maintain service quality and process adherence.
The ideal candidate brings strong Property & Casualty insurance knowledge, hands-on experience with complex Certificates of Insurance, and the ability to read contracts, interpret insurance requirements, and support others through operational and process-related questions.
In this role, you will:
- Serve as a subject matter expert for the Certificates of Insurance process and related operational activities
- Support onshore and offshore teams with COI questions, issue resolution, and process guidance
- Review certificate requests and help ensure accurate handling of coverage requirements and certificate issuance
- Read and interpret contracts, insurance requirements, and policy language to support compliant COI processing
- Assist with implementation activities, transition support, and project work related to the offshore COI function
- Support setup, go-live, and stabilization efforts for transitioned COI work
- Assist with developing, maintaining, and updating SOPs, job aids, desk procedures, and knowledge articles for COI processes
- Assist in delivering training and knowledge transfer sessions for offshore and onshore team members
- Provide ongoing coaching and support to help ensure process consistency, service quality, and operational readiness
- Help identify process gaps, trends, and improvement opportunities within COI workflows
- Partner with leadership on standardization, efficiency, and continuous improvement initiatives
- Collaborate with teammates, servicing teams, and third-party vendors to support client service and operational excellence
- Help monitor adherence to established processes, service expectations, and quality standards
Our future colleague.
We’d love to meet you if your professional track record includes these skills:
- College Degree or equivalent education, training and work-related experience
- Property & Casualty Insurance License
- Five years of experience within the insurance industry
- Experience handling Complex Certificates of Insurance
- Ability to read contracts and insurance policies
- Highly effective written and verbal communication skills
- Proven ability to act with responsiveness, urgency and professionalism in all matters while prioritizing responsibilities and proactively accomplishing goals
- Demonstrated proficiency in basic computer applications, such as Microsoft Office software products
- Ability to work without direct supervision
These additional qualifications are a plus, but not required to apply:
- Knowledge of insurance specific systems and applications
We know there are excellent candidates who might not check all of these boxes. Don’t be shy. If you’re close, we’d be very interested in meeting you.
Valuable benefits.
We value and respect the impact our colleagues make every day both inside and outside of work. Our culture promotes colleague well-being through robust benefits programs and resources, professional and personal development opportunities, and fulfillment through meaningful work.
Some benefits included in this role are:
- Generous time off, including personal and volunteering
- Tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities
- Hybrid work
- Charitable contribution match programs
- Stock purchase opportunities
To learn more about a career at MMA, check us out our website.
Follow us on social media to meet our colleagues and see what makes us tick:
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Who you are is who we are.
We embrace a culture that celebrates and promotes the many backgrounds, heritages and perspectives of our colleagues and clients. We are always seeking those with ethics, talent, and ambition who are interested in joining our client-focused teams.
Marsh McLennan and its affiliates are EOE Minority/Female/Disability/Vet/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity employers.
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The applicable base salary range for this role is $74,600 to $139,100.
The base pay offered will be determined on factors such as experience, skills, training, location, certifications, education, and any applicable minimum wage requirements. Decisions will be determined on a case-by-case basis. In addition to the base salary, this position may be eligible for performance-based incentives. We are excited to offer a competitive total rewards package which includes health and welfare benefits, tuition assistance, 401K savings and other retirement programs as well as employee assistance programs. Applications will be accepted until: September 30, 2026.
Company:
Marsh McLennan Agency
Description:
Our not-so-secret sauce.
Award-winning, inclusive, Top Workplace culture doesn’t happen overnight. It’s a result of hard work by extraordinary people. The industry’s brightest talent drives our efforts to deliver purposeful work and meaningful impact every day. Learn more about what makes us different and how you can make your mark as a Senior Operations Specialist at McGriff, a division of Marsh & McLennan Agency LLC (MMA.)
Marsh McLennan Agency (MMA) provides business insurance, employee health & benefits, retirement, and private client insurance solutions to organizations and individuals seeking limitless possibilities. With offices across North America, we combine the personalized service model of a local consultant with the global resources of the world’s leading professional services firm, Marsh McLennan (NYSE: MRSH).
A day in the life.
As our Senior Operations Specialist on the McGriff Corporate Operations - Certificate of Insurance team, you will serve as a subject matter expert for the client-facing Certificates of Insurance (COI) process and support the successful execution of offshore operations for this function. You will play a key role in ensuring the COI process is transitioned and executed accurately, consistently, and efficiently by offshore teams. You will provide day-to-day support and guidance on COI-related activities, including reviewing certificate requests, answering process and coverage questions, supporting implementation efforts, assisting with training and knowledge transfer, and helping maintain service quality and process adherence.
The ideal candidate brings strong Property & Casualty insurance knowledge, hands-on experience with complex Certificates of Insurance, and the ability to read contracts, interpret insurance requirements, and support others through operational and process-related questions.
In this role, you will:
- Serve as a subject matter expert for the Certificates of Insurance process and related operational activities
- Support onshore and offshore teams with COI questions, issue resolution, and process guidance
- Review certificate requests and help ensure accurate handling of coverage requirements and certificate issuance
- Read and interpret contracts, insurance requirements, and policy language to support compliant COI processing
- Assist with implementation activities, transition support, and project work related to the offshore COI function
- Support setup, go-live, and stabilization efforts for transitioned COI work
- Assist with developing, maintaining, and updating SOPs, job aids, desk procedures, and knowledge articles for COI processes
- Assist in delivering training and knowledge transfer sessions for offshore and onshore team members
- Provide ongoing coaching and support to help ensure process consistency, service quality, and operational readiness
- Help identify process gaps, trends, and improvement opportunities within COI workflows
- Partner with leadership on standardization, efficiency, and continuous improvement initiatives
- Collaborate with teammates, servicing teams, and third-party vendors to support client service and operational excellence
- Help monitor adherence to established processes, service expectations, and quality standards
Our future colleague.
We’d love to meet you if your professional track record includes these skills:
- College Degree or equivalent education, training and work-related experience
- Property & Casualty Insurance License
- Five years of experience within the insurance industry
- Experience handling Complex Certificates of Insurance
- Ability to read contracts and insurance policies
- Highly effective written and verbal communication skills
- Proven ability to act with responsiveness, urgency and professionalism in all matters while prioritizing responsibilities and proactively accomplishing goals
- Demonstrated proficiency in basic computer applications, such as Microsoft Office software products
- Ability to work without direct supervision
These additional qualifications are a plus, but not required to apply:
- Knowledge of insurance specific systems and applications
We know there are excellent candidates who might not check all of these boxes. Don’t be shy. If you’re close, we’d be very interested in meeting you.
Valuable benefits.
We value and respect the impact our colleagues make every day both inside and outside of work. Our culture promotes colleague well-being through robust benefits programs and resources, professional and personal development opportunities, and fulfillment through meaningful work.
Some benefits included in this role are:
- Generous time off, including personal and volunteering
- Tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities
- Hybrid work
- Charitable contribution match programs
- Stock purchase opportunities
To learn more about a career at MMA, check us out our website.
Follow us on social media to meet our colleagues and see what makes us tick:
- X
Who you are is who we are.
We embrace a culture that celebrates and promotes the many backgrounds, heritages and perspectives of our colleagues and clients. We are always seeking those with ethics, talent, and ambition who are interested in joining our client-focused teams.
Marsh McLennan and its affiliates are EOE Minority/Female/Disability/Vet/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity employers.
MMMCG
LI-Remote
The applicable base salary range for this role is $74,600 to $139,100.
The base pay offered will be determined on factors such as experience, skills, training, location, certifications, education, and any applicable minimum wage requirements. Decisions will be determined on a case-by-case basis. In addition to the base salary, this position may be eligible for performance-based incentives. We are excited to offer a competitive total rewards package which includes health and welfare benefits, tuition assistance, 401K savings and other retirement programs as well as employee assistance programs. Applications will be accepted until: September 30, 2026.
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Risk Operations Specialist Job Market in Texas
A snapshot from current Texas openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Texas Health and Human Services Commission3
- American Airlines1
- Becton, Dickinson And1
- Celestica1
- Charles Schwab1
Top Industries Hiring
- Energy4
- Government & Public Sector3
- Consulting & Professional Services2
- Healthcare & Medical Services2
- Airlines1
What Texas Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in risk operations specialist jobs across Texas.
- Bachelor's degree in finance, business, or a related analytical field
- One to three years of experience in risk analysis, compliance, or operations
- Proficiency in risk management platforms, SQL, or data analytics tools
- Knowledge of regulatory frameworks such as OCC, CFPB, or Texas state banking requirements
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for cross-functional reporting
- Experience with incident tracking, issue escalation, or internal audit processes
Risk Operations Specialist Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a risk operations specialist in Texas?
Most risk operations specialist roles in Texas require a bachelor's degree in finance, business administration, economics, or a related field. Texas does not issue a state-specific license for this role, but many employers prefer candidates who hold certifications such as the Certified Risk Manager or Certified Operational Risk Professional. Gaining experience in banking, insurance, or financial operations through internships or adjacent analyst roles is the most direct path into the field.
How much do risk operations specialists make in Texas?
Risk operations specialists in Texas earn a median of about $103,760 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $64,250 for the lowest 10% to over $159,220 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire risk operations specialists in Texas?
Employers hiring risk operations specialists in Texas right now include Texas Health and Human Services Commission, American Airlines, and Becton, Dickinson And, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Texas's concentration of major banks, insurers, and energy companies means risk operations teams are consistently staffed across both corporate headquarters and regional offices throughout the state.
Which Texas cities have the most risk operations specialist jobs?
Austin, El Paso, and Houston have the most risk operations specialist openings in Texas. Houston's dominance in energy and banking drives the highest volume, while Dallas's concentration of financial services headquarters and insurance carriers generates consistent demand, and Austin's fast-growing fintech and technology sector has added a meaningful share of newer risk operations roles.
Are there remote risk operations specialist jobs in Texas?
Yes, and they are reasonably common for this role. Risk operations work is largely desk-based and analytical, which makes it more remote-compatible than hands-on fields. About 20% of risk operations specialist openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. Functions such as fraud monitoring, data analysis, and compliance reporting tend to have the highest share of remote arrangements.
How can I get hired as a risk operations specialist in Texas with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is through an adjacent operations or analyst role such as a fraud analyst associate, compliance coordinator, or credit operations representative. Large Texas employers including USAA, JPMorgan Chase, and regional banks regularly post entry-level risk or operations analyst programs designed for recent graduates. Earning a Certified Risk Manager or similar credential and building experience with Excel, SQL, or risk software strengthens early applications considerably.
Where can I find and apply to risk operations specialist jobs in Texas?
You can find and apply to risk operations specialist jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current Texas openings across financial services, insurance, banking, and other sectors. Find roles that fit your experience and apply directly to each one.
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