Risk Management Specialist Jobs in Alabama

A Risk Management Specialist in the finance industry is responsible for identifying, analyzing, and mitigating potential risks that could negatively impact an organization's financial and operational effectiveness. They develop risk management processes and policies, ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, and provide risk-related advice to senior management. Their work involves continuous oversight of financial transactions, investment strategies and market trends to identify potential issues early, enabling proactive risk management. They also conduct periodic risk assessments, maintain risk management databases, and prepare risk analysis reports for the management.

To be effective in their roles, Risk Management Specialists should have strong analytical skills, good judgement, and a keen eye for details. They should be proficient in risk analysis software and have a solid understanding of financial markets and investment strategies. A bachelor's degree in Finance, Business, Economics or a related field is typically required, and professional certifications like Certified Risk Manager (CRM) or Financial Risk Manager (FRM) could be beneficial. Prior to becoming a Risk Management Specialist, a person might have roles such as Risk Analyst, Financial Analyst, or Compliance Officer to gain the necessary experience and understanding of the financial industry.

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Payment Operations & Risk Analyst

  • Overflow
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 4 days ago
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 4 days ago

Who We Are Overflow is a Series B Silicon Valley technology company with a bold mission: to inspire the world to give. We are a B2B SaaS philanthropy platform that enables modern giving across...

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Credit Advisor

  • Synovus Financial Corp.
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 5 days ago
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 5 days ago

Required Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities: Strong understanding of risk management and credit mitigants Knowledge risk ratings analysis, corporate finance and/or research Strong analytical and financial...

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Risk Manager & Regulatory Analyst

  • CO125 Nebraska Methodist Hospital
  • Mobile, AL
  • 5 days ago
  • Mobile, AL
  • 5 days ago

Why work for Nebraska Methodist Health System? At Nebraska Methodist Health System, we focus on providing exceptional care to the communities we serve and people we employ. We call it The Meaning...

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Line Of Business Risk Manager Senior - Technology Risk

  • PNC Financial Services Group, Inc.
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 6 days ago
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 6 days ago

Position Overview At PNC, our people are our greatest differentiator and competitive advantage in the markets we serve. We are all united in delivering the best experience for our customers. We...

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Derivative Lead Analyst / Analyst II - Portfolio Management

  • Protective Life Corporation
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 7 days ago
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 7 days ago

Modeling & Quantitative Analytics Experience working with financial, quantitative, or actuarial models Ability to run, interpret, and troubleshoot models supporting portfolio and risk management Experience...

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Risk Specialist I - Sanctions

  • First Horizon Corp.
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 15 days ago
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 15 days ago

Location: On site in Miami Lakes, FL; Memphis, TN; Orlando, FL; Johnson City, TN; Birmingham, AL, Asheboro, NC; Knoxville, TN; Nashville, TN; Naples, FL or Longwood, FL SUMMARY The position is...

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Risk Manager

  • AFC
  • Moody, AL
  • 17 days ago
  • Moody, AL
  • 17 days ago

Who We Are: At AFC (Automotive Finance Corporation) we fuel the entrepreneurial dream in our community. For more than 35 years, weve been committed to making dreams come true for independent car...

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Associate II, Risk Analyst

  • Protective
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 22 days ago
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 22 days ago

Associate II, Risk Analyst Protective - 3.5 Birmingham, AL Job Details Full-time $70,000 - $100,000 a year 17 hours ago Benefits Paid parental leave Disability insurance Health insurance Dental...

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Market Investor CRE Portfolio Manager Team Lead

  • First Horizon Corp.
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 23 days ago
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 23 days ago

High proficiency in Excel-based financial modeling; strong skills in Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint. Familiarity with valuation/market tools and credit analysis systems is a plus....

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Business Analytics Manager Senior - Enterprise Change & Portfolio Management

  • PNC Financial Services Group, Inc.
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 26 days ago
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 26 days ago

Position Overview At PNC, our people are our greatest differentiator and competitive advantage in the markets we serve. We are all united in delivering the best experience for our customers. We...

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Credit Products Commercial Portfolio Manager

  • Regions Financial Corporation
  • Mobile, AL
  • 28 days ago
  • Mobile, AL
  • 28 days ago

Thank you for your interest in a career at Regions. At Regions, we believe associates deserve more than just a job. We believe in offering performance-driven individuals a place where they can...

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Credit Advisor - USDA UW

  • Synovus Financial Corp.
  • Montgomery, AL
  • 30+ days ago
  • Montgomery, AL
  • 30+ days ago

Job Summary Manages and monitors a portfolio of client credit exposures with total Synovus Relationship Exposure (TSRE) over $2.5MM, across industry classes, on an ongoing basis. Underwrites...

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Equipment Finance Portfolio Manager I

  • First Horizon Bank
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 30+ days ago
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 30+ days ago

Accurate typing, spelling and grammar skills Proficient with applicable computer software and Excel financial modeling Strong written and oral communication skills Good organizational and customer service...

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Portfolio Manager

  • AFC
  • Moody, AL
  • 30+ days ago
  • Moody, AL
  • 30+ days ago

Who We Are: At AFC (Automotive Finance Corporation) we fuel the entrepreneurial dream in our community. For more than 35 years, weve been committed to making dreams come true for independent car...

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Managing Director - Underwriting and Portfolio Manager - Project Finance and Infrastructure

  • Huntington Bancshares Inc
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 30+ days ago
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 30+ days ago

Review financial models independently and incorporate complex structures or nuances. Propose appropriate structuring options in tandem with deal team....

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Highest Education Level

Risk Management Specialists in Alabama offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
44.3%
Master's Degree
41.9%
Doctorate Degree
4.1%
Associate's Degree
3.3%
High School or GED
3.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.7%
Some College
0.5%
Some High School
0.1%


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