Senior Risk Consultant Jobs in Illinois

Senior Risk Consultant jobs in Illinois are concentrated in financial services, insurance, and management consulting, with Chicago, Schaumburg, and Bloomington anchoring the state's most active hiring markets at every level from analyst through director. Major employers such as Aon, Zurich North America, and State Farm maintain substantial Illinois operations and hire senior risk consultants across enterprise risk management, operational risk, and regulatory compliance. Demand in Illinois is especially strong for professionals with expertise in financial risk modeling, insurance program management, and ERM framework development. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles15
Top employerCIBC
Top cityChicago, IL
Cities hiring3
Work type83% Hybrid
Top industryTechnology

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Huron Consulting Group
Digital Consulting Manager, Oracle Cloud Risk Management
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Huron Consulting Group
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Digital Consulting Manager, Oracle Cloud Risk Management
Huron Consulting Group
Chicago, Illinois
Customer Service
Customer Support
Hospitality & Guest Services
$145k - $213k/yr
Master's degree
5,001-10,000

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Baker Tilly Canada
IT Audit, Cybersecurity & Risk Senior Consultant (SOC focus)
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Baker Tilly Canada
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IT Audit, Cybersecurity & Risk Senior Consultant (SOC focus)
Baker Tilly Canada
Chicago, Illinois
Business Operations
Business Strategy
Consulting & Professional Services
$86k - $163k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's degree in management information systems
1,001-5,000

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Beacon Hill
IT Risk & Compliance Consultant
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Beacon Hill
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IT Risk & Compliance Consultant
Beacon Hill
Chicago, Illinois
Compliance & Legal
IT Support & Systems Administration
Finance
Accounting
Consulting & Professional Services
Compliance & Risk
IT Support
Audit
Hybrid
Bachelor's

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Northern Trust Corp.
Senior Consultant, Third Party Risk Management
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Northern Trust Corp.
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Senior Consultant, Third Party Risk Management
Northern Trust Corp.
Chicago, Illinois
Account Management
Customer Success
Sales
$96k - $162k/yr
10,000+

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CIBC
Sr. Consultant, Operational Risk-2
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CIBC
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Sr. Consultant, Operational Risk-2
CIBC
Chicago, Illinois
Data Analytics
Data Science
$150k - $175k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's degree in business
10,000+

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Senior Risk Consultant Jobs by City in Illinois

Where Illinois roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Chicago
12 jobs
Aurora
1 job
Galena
1 job

Senior Risk Consultant Job Market in Illinois

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

Who's Hiring

CIBC
CIBC2 open roles
Northern Trust
Northern Trust2 open roles
Aon
Aon1 open role

Top Industries Hiring

  • Technology & Software
  • Insurance
  • Staffing & Recruiting
  • Banking & Financial Services

What Illinois Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in senior risk consultant jobs across Illinois.

  • Bachelor's degree in risk management, finance, or a related business field required
  • Five or more years of experience in enterprise or operational risk management
  • Professional certification such as ARM, CRMP, or FRM strongly preferred by Illinois employers
  • Demonstrated experience with risk assessment frameworks such as COSO or ISO 31000
  • Proficiency in risk management software platforms and data analysis tools
  • Strong written communication skills for regulatory reporting and executive presentations

Senior Risk Consultant Jobs in Illinois: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a senior risk consultant in Illinois?

The standard path in Illinois begins with a bachelor's degree in risk management, finance, business, or a related field, followed by several years in an analyst or associate risk role at an insurer, bank, or consulting firm. Illinois does not require a state-issued license to practice as a risk consultant, but employers strongly favor professional credentials such as the Associate in Risk Management, Certified Risk Management Professional, or Financial Risk Manager designations. Candidates who progress through roles in Chicago's dense financial services and insurance cluster tend to advance fastest.

How much do senior risk consultants make in Illinois?

Senior risk consultants in Illinois earn a median of about $104,300 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $65,260 for the lowest 10% to over $202,260 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire senior risk consultants in Illinois?

Employers hiring senior risk consultants in Illinois right now include CIBC, Northern Trust, and Aon, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Illinois's mix of global insurance headquarters, large financial institutions, and multinational consulting offices creates consistent, year-round demand for experienced risk professionals.

Which Illinois cities have the most senior risk consultant jobs?

Chicago, Illinois, and Aurora have the most senior risk consultant openings in Illinois. Chicago generates the bulk of postings through its concentration of insurance holding companies, investment banks, and Big Four consulting offices, while Schaumburg and Bloomington attract openings from the suburban campuses of Zurich North America and State Farm, which run large risk and actuarial teams outside the city core.

Are there remote senior risk consultant jobs in Illinois?

Yes, and more than most fields. About 100% of senior risk consultant openings tied to Illinois are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting the desk-based, analytical nature of most risk consulting work. Roles centered on quantitative modeling, policy development, and regulatory reporting translate most readily to remote arrangements, while positions requiring on-site client engagement or executive advisory work are more likely to require office presence.

How can I get hired as a senior risk consultant in Illinois with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is landing an analyst or associate risk role at one of Illinois's large insurers or financial institutions and building toward a senior title from within. Aon, Zurich North America, and major Chicago-area banks regularly hire into rotational risk programs or associate analyst roles for candidates with relevant degrees or internship experience. Transitioning from adjacent positions such as internal auditor, compliance analyst, or financial analyst is a well-worn route, and earning the Associate in Risk Management credential early gives candidates a concrete edge in Illinois interviews.

Where can I find and apply to senior risk consultant jobs in Illinois?

You can find and apply to senior risk consultant jobs in Illinois on Migrate Mate, which lists current Illinois openings. Find roles that fit your experience and apply directly.

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