Risk Management Specialist Jobs in Colorado

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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Portfolio Manager Development

  • Denver, CO
  • 2 days ago
  • Denver, CO
  • 2 days ago

Entity: Production & Operations Job Family Group: IT&S Group Job Description: Role synopsis The Development Portfolio Manager leads a team of BPX and contract personnel to deliver technology...

Auto Fraud Investigator BL Risk Analyst II

  • Denver, CO
  • 1 day ago
  • Denver, CO
  • 1 day ago

General information** **Ref #** 20044 **Remote?** Yes **Ally and Your Career** *Ally Financial only succeeds when its people do - and that's more than some cliche people put on job postings. We...

Vice President, Portfolio Management (Upper Middle Market)

  • Denver, CO
  • 1 day ago
  • Denver, CO
  • 1 day ago

Location:** 127 Public Square - Cleveland, Ohio 44114 *** COMMERCIAL PM TEAM IS GROWING*** **Job Summary** The VP, Portfolio Management is an individual contributor responsible for performing...

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Asset Manager, Real Estate Equity

  • Denver, CO
  • 1 day ago
  • Denver, CO
  • 1 day ago

Enterprise is a national nonprofit that exists to make a good home possible for the millions of families without one. We support community development organizations on the ground, aggregate and...

Commercial Banking Portfolio Manager (Government)

  • Denver, CO
  • 2 days ago
  • Denver, CO
  • 2 days ago

income, or derivatives Formal Credit Training Bachelors degree in accounting, finance, or business Job Expectations: This position is not eligible for Visa sponsorship This position offers a hybrid...

About this role: Wells Fargo is seeking a Tax Credit Asset Manager- Lead Commercial Real Estate Portfolio Manager. In this role, you will: Lead complex initiatives including those that are...

Impact Finance - Affordable Housing Asset Manager

  • Denver, CO
  • 2 days ago
  • Denver, CO
  • 2 days ago

At U.S. Bank, we're on a journey to do our best. Helping the customers and businesses we serve to make better and smarter financial decisions and enabling the communities we support to grow and...

Senior Associate Asset Manager

  • Boulder, CO
  • 3 days ago
  • Boulder, CO
  • 3 days ago

As a Senior Associate Asset Manager at Scout, you will optimize the financial performance of your portfolio of renewable assets. We will rely on you to lead our strategic and tactical analysis to...

It starts with our culture... Common sense has never been common. If it were, the world would be a different place. Things would run smoothly and on time. People would do what they say and say...

Supplier Risk Analyst - UT, TX, CA, NV, CO or AZ

  • Denver, CO
  • 3 days ago
  • Denver, CO
  • 3 days ago

Zions Bancorporation is one of the nation's premier financial services companies operating as a collection of great banks under local brands and management teams in high-growth western markets....

Commercial Asset Manager - Energy

  • Denver, CO
  • 3 days ago
  • Denver, CO
  • 3 days ago

Prologis, Inc. is the global leader in logistics real estate. In partnership with our customers and our communities, we develop modern, high-quality properties that set the standard for innovative...

Enterprise Risk Management Specialist

  • Denver, CO
  • 3 days ago
  • Denver, CO
  • 3 days ago

Overview We are seeking an Enterprise Risk Management Specialist to join our Decision Support & Risk Management Department, within the Strategy & Market Analysis Organization....

IT Portfolio Manager

  • Englewood, CO
  • 3 days ago
  • Englewood, CO
  • 3 days ago

Overview Inspired by faith. Driven by innovation. Powered by humankindness. CommonSpirit Health is building a healthier future for all through its integrated health services. As one of the nations...

System Director Real Estate Portfolio Management

  • Englewood, CO
  • 3 days ago
  • Englewood, CO
  • 3 days ago

Overview Inspired by faith. Driven by innovation. Powered by humankindness. CommonSpirit Health is building a healthier future for all through its integrated health services. As one of the nations...

Annual Fund Manager

  • Denver, CO
  • 3 days ago
  • Denver, CO
  • 3 days ago

Who You Are: You are an impactful storyteller and relationship builder. You take great pride and ownership in your work and prefer to see things through to completion. You love challenges...

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Salary for Risk Management Specialist Jobs in Colorado

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Highest Education Level

Risk Management Specialists in Colorado offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
44.2%
Master's Degree
41.9%
Doctorate Degree
4.1%
High School or GED
3.3%
Associate's Degree
3.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.6%
Some College
0.5%
Some High School
0.1%


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