Risk Management Jobs in Downers Grove, IL

A Risk Management expert in the finance industry identifies, assesses and prepares strategies to mitigate risks that could impact the company's financial position. They are pivotal in developing and implementing risk management systems that are in accordance with industry regulations and standards. They analyze potential risks and forecast their impact on the organization, ensuring that the organization is in a position to absorb any unexpected financial shocks. These professionals also play a crucial role in the decision-making process, advising on possible risks associated with investment strategies.

Important skills for Risk Management professionals include strong analytical abilities, decision-making capabilities, excellent communication skills to explain complex risks in an understandable manner and a deep understanding of financial markets. Additionally, they need to be familiar with risk assessment software and have a keen eye for detail. Relevant certifications such as Financial Risk Manager (FRM), Professional Risk Manager (PRM), or Chartered Enterprise Risk Analyst (CERA) can provide a competitive edge. Prior to becoming a Risk Management professional, one may serve in roles such as a Risk Analyst, Financial Analyst, or Compliance Officer.

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Sr Portfolio Manager IT - Infrastructure & Risk

  • Bolingbrook, IL (8 miles from Downers Grove, IL)
  • moments ago
  • Bolingbrook, IL (8 miles from Downers Grove, IL)
  • moments ago

OVERVIEW Live the experience. From professional empowerment to continual learning opportunities. From ongoing investment in new and emerging technologies to a career of self-determination. At Ulta...

Vice President, Team Lead - Portfolio Management Hotel Franchise Finance (HFF)

  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from Downers Grove, IL)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from Downers Grove, IL)
  • 11 hours ago

Job Title: Vice President, Team Lead - Portfolio Management Hotel Franchise Finance (HFF) Location: CityScape What you'll do: As a Vice President, Portfolio Management Team Leader you'll be in a...

Financial Risk Analyst

  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from Downers Grove, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from Downers Grove, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Role: Financial Risk Analyst Location : Chicago, IL Job Responsibilites: Interact with regulators, exchanges and other external parties in explaining company s risk management systems....

Collateralized Loan Obligations (CLOs), Senior Client Portfolio Managers - Nuveen, Structured Credit

  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from Downers Grove, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from Downers Grove, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Nuveen Global Fixed Income (Nuveen GFI) is world-class asset manager that manages approximately $600 billion of investment strategies across the broad spectrum of the fixed income markets....

Senior Risk Management Analyst

  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from Downers Grove, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from Downers Grove, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Develops and maintains in-depth knowledge of business and related risk management requirements and legislative/ regulatory directives and guidance....

Regional Investment Manager Research & Strategy Le

  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from Downers Grove, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from Downers Grove, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Conduct in-depth analysis of investment strategies including fixed Income, equities, private and/or alternatives markets....

Risk & Control Analyst

  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from Downers Grove, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from Downers Grove, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Execute on assigned monitoring plans and test activities and maintain an understanding of risk management and identify and mitigate operational risks....

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Tech Product Manager - Portfolio Management Technologies

  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from Downers Grove, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from Downers Grove, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Newmark We are seeking an experienced, strategic, and hands-on Product Manager to join the Occupier Solutions Technology team at Newmark focusing primarily on Portfolio Management Technologies. In...

Commercial Middle Market Underwriter & Portfolio Manager

  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from Downers Grove, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from Downers Grove, IL)
  • 3 days ago

Primary responsibilities for this position will be that of Underwriting and Portfolio Management and execution of 1A risk management activities in a manner consistent with CIBCs risk culture....

Asset Manager, Renewables Asset Management

  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from Downers Grove, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from Downers Grove, IL)
  • 3 days ago

at Invenergy LLC in Chicago, Illinois, United States Job Description Invenergy drives innovation in energy. Powered by decades of entrepreneurial experience and unparalleled execution, we solve...

Senior Portfolio Manager, Specialized Lending

  • Rosemont, IL (14 miles from Downers Grove, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Rosemont, IL (14 miles from Downers Grove, IL)
  • 3 days ago

one of the following sectors: corporate banking, middle market, leveraged lending; agency lending experience preferred Prior leadership or management experience preferred Thorough understanding of risk...

Team Lead, Portfolio Manager Support

  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from Downers Grove, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from Downers Grove, IL)
  • 4 days ago

Role Overview We are seeking an experienced and hands-on Lead to oversee our global Technology Portfolio Manager Support efforts, ensuring the seamless support and integration of investment teams...

Commercial Real Estate (REIT) Portfolio Manager - AVP

  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from Downers Grove, IL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from Downers Grove, IL)
  • 5 days ago

Job Accountabilities Ensure the portfolio administration and risk management of each client relationship complies with established Associated Banc-Corp Lending Policy, Standard Operating Procedures...

Risk Analyst

  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from Downers Grove, IL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from Downers Grove, IL)
  • 5 days ago

board of the clearing houses, clearing members, regulators as well as end users Must be able to work both independently and as part of a broader team Experience with energy market, commodities, FX and equities...

Director - Business Performance Management - Portfolio

  • Niles, IL (18 miles from Downers Grove, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Niles, IL (18 miles from Downers Grove, IL)
  • 6 days ago

With roots extending before Prohibition, Republic National Distributing Company (RNDC) is a family-owned business that has evolved into one of the nations largest wine and spirits distributor,...

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Salary for Risk Management Jobs in Downers Grove, IL

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Highest Education Level

Risk Managements in Downers Grove, IL offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
44.3%
Master's Degree
42.0%
Doctorate Degree
4.1%
High School or GED
3.2%
Associate's Degree
3.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.6%
Some College
0.5%
Some High School
0.1%


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