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

Portfolio Manager

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

Ross - A Division of Envolve professionally manages apartment communities located throughout the United States. We are a company whose success is measured by our residents' satisfaction in making...

DOLA Housing Portfolio Manager (Program Management II)

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

Who can Apply This opportunity is only open to residents of the State of Colorado. About the Colorado Department of Local Affairs The Department of Local Affairs (DOLA) serves as the primary...

Quantitative Risk Analyst I

  • Colorado Springs, CO
  • 2 days ago
  • Colorado Springs, CO
  • 2 days ago

Why USAA? At USAA, our mission is to empower our members to achieve financial security through highly competitive products, exceptional service and trusted advice. We seek to be the #1 choice for...

Portfolio Manager (Mid-level)

  • Colorado Springs, CO
  • 2 days ago
  • Colorado Springs, CO
  • 2 days ago

Why USAA? At USAA, our mission is to empower our members to achieve financial security through highly competitive products, exceptional service and trusted advice. We seek to be the #1 choice for...

Insurance Risk Specialist

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

Aramco energizes the world economy. Aramco occupies a special position in the global energy industry. We are one of the worlds largest producers of hydrocarbon energy and chemicals, with among the...

Credit Risk Analyst

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

Aramco energizes the world economy. Aramco occupies a special position in the global energy industry. We are one of the worlds largest producers of hydrocarbon energy and chemicals, with among the...

Portfolio Manager

  • Greenwood Village, CO
  • 3 days ago
  • Greenwood Village, CO
  • 3 days ago

Benefits Overview A career at CoBank can offer you the opportunity to make a personal impact on the people and communities where we do business. When you choose a career with CoBank, you make a...

Information Technology Asset Manager

  • Littleton, CO
  • 4 days ago
  • Littleton, CO
  • 4 days ago

IT Asset Management ITAM Engineer JOB SUMMARY Responsible for the successful design, implementation, and maintenance of the ServiceNow ITOM/ITAM processes and applications in alignment with the...

Software Asset Manager NEW

  • Colorado Springs, CO
  • 4 days ago
  • Colorado Springs, CO
  • 4 days ago

Software Asset Manager OSAAVA Services View Employer's ProfileFOLLOW EMPLOYER Yesterday Secret Mid Level Career (5+ yrs experience) IT - Software Co Spgs, CO (ON-SITE/OFFICE) Clearance: Secret...

Commercial Banking Portfolio Manager - Technology

  • Denver, CO
  • 5 days ago
  • Denver, CO
  • 5 days ago

About this role: Wells Fargo is seeking a Commercial Banking Portfolio Manager in Middle Market Specialized Industries supporting the Technology Group as part of the Commercial Bank. Learn more...

Regional Portfolio Manager

  • Greenwood Village, CO
  • 5 days ago
  • Greenwood Village, CO
  • 5 days ago

About Legacy Partners: Legacy Partners is a privately held real estate firm that owns, develops, and manages multifamily communities throughout the United States. Since 1968, we have developed...

Software Asset Manager ( SAM Pro)

  • Denver, CO
  • 8 days ago
  • Denver, CO
  • 8 days ago

STRATEGIC STAFFING SOLUTIONS (S3) HAS AN OPENING! Strategic Staffing Solutions is hiring a Software Asset Manager for one of its clients in Minneapolis, MN. Software Asset Manager (Sam Pro) Role...

Portfolio Manager

  • Greenwood Village, CO
  • 8 days ago
  • Greenwood Village, CO
  • 8 days ago

Apply Description SUMMARY OF JOB: Lead the credit underwriting and portfolio management process, for commercial loans (C&I, Agricultural, Enterprise Value, Real Estate, Construction, Tax...

Commercial Portfolio Manager I

  • Denver, CO
  • 8 days ago
  • Denver, CO
  • 8 days ago

As a leading regional bank, SouthState has been providing financial solutions to individuals, families, and businesses in the Southeast for more than 100 years. SouthState team members strive to...

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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
44.3%
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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