Risk Management Specialist Jobs in San Diego, CA

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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IT Asset Manager II

  • San Diego, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 1 day ago

General Atomics (GA), and its affiliated companies, is one of the worlds leading resources for high-technology systems development ranging from the nuclear fuel cycle to remotely piloted aircraft,...

Asset Manager

  • San Diego, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 1 day ago

ASSET MANAGER PATHFINDER PARTNERS Candidates may be based in San Diego, CA, Denver, CO or Phoenix, AZ POSITION SUMMARY Pathfinder Partners is seeking an Asset Manager responsible for overseeing...

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Sr. Risk Manager, Recalls

  • San Diego, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 1 day ago

Do you enjoy designing and implementing solutions to ambiguous and complex problems? Are you looking to expand your scope of impact and influence VP level strategic decision making? Are you on the...

Deals Delivering Deal Value Human Capital Manager

  • San Diego, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 3 days ago

Industry/Sector Not Applicable Specialism People in Deals Management Level Manager Job Description & Summary At PwC, our people in workforce consulting focus on providing consulting services...

Multifamily Asset Manager

  • San Diego, CA
  • 5 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 5 days ago

COMPANY AAA Management is a fast-growing multifamily real estate development group with a passion for quality and an eye for detail. We apply our creativity to build living environments...

Data Risk Manager

  • San Diego, CA
  • 13 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 13 days ago

Job Description In Strategy & Consulting we work with C-suite executives, leaders and boards of the world's leading organizations, helping them reinvent every part of their enterprise to drive...

Accounts Receivable and Portfolio Manager, Federal Contracts - Hybrid

  • San Diego, CA
  • 13 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 13 days ago

Job Description Summary As Accounts Receivable and Portfolio Manager, Federal Contracts, you will be responsible for overseeing all Federal customer accounts. This includes managing accounts...

Energy Risk Analyst

  • San Diego, CA
  • 21 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 21 days ago

Energy Risk Analyst #25-71203 San Diego, California, United States Job Description Primary Purpose Responsible for developing and performing a broad spectrum of quantitative analyses in support of...

Fraud Risk Manager

  • San Diego, CA
  • 23 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 23 days ago

Job Description At Strategy & Consulting, we work closely with C-suite executives and industry leaders to drive transformation across all areas of their businesses. Our mission is to help...

Senior Director, Product Portfolio Management

  • San Diego, CA
  • 27 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 27 days ago

pSemi Corporation is a Murata company driving semiconductor integration. pSemi builds on Peregrine Semiconductors 30-year legacy of technology advancements and strong IP portfolio but with a new...

Portfolio Manager, Government - Hybrid

  • San Diego, CA
  • 30+ days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 30+ days ago

Summary As Portfolio Manager, Government, you will be responsible for overseeing all Federal customer accounts. This includes managing accounts receivable, invoice submission, renewals,...

Vice President, Portfolio Management - Juris Banking

  • San Diego, CA
  • 30+ days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 30+ days ago

Job Title: Vice President, Portfolio Management - Juris Banking Location: CA - San Diego, 450 B St What you'll do: Our Juris Banking team is seeking a Commercial Underwriter to be responsible for...

GCIB Restaurant & Hospitality Finance Portfolio Manager Group - Director

  • San Diego, CA
  • 45+ days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 45+ days ago

Do you want your voice heard and your actions to count? Discover your opportunity with Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group (MUFG), one of the world's leading financial groups. Across the globe, we're...

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Sr. Software Engineer - Investment Manager

  • San Diego, CA
  • 60+ days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 60+ days ago

Description Hi, We're AppFolio. We're innovators, changemakers, and collaborators. We're more than just a software company - we're a cloud-based powerhouse that creates products to make our...

AVP, Consumer Portfolio Manager

  • San Diego, CA
  • 90+ days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 90+ days ago

Axos Bank Target Range: $80,000.00/Yr. - $110,000.00/Yr. Actual starting pay will vary based on factors including, but not limited to, geographic location, experience, skills, specialty, and...

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Highest Education Level

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


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