Risk Management Specialist Jobs in District of Columbia

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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Technology Risk Manager- Enterprise Services Risk Office

  • Washington, DC
  • 21 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 21 days ago

Technology Risk Manager- Enterprise Services Risk Office The Enterprise Services Business Risk Office provides risk management support to several lines of business including: Brand, Enterprise...

Technology Payments Network Risk Manager-Enterprise Services Risk Office

  • Washington, DC
  • 13 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 13 days ago

Technology Payments Network Risk Manager-Enterprise Services Risk Office We are hiring! The Enterprise Services Business Risk Office provides risk management support to several lines of business...

Technology Risk - Risk Management - Director

  • Washington, DC
  • 2 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 2 days ago

At Fannie Mae, the inspiring work we do helps make a home a possibility for millions of homeowners and renters. Every day offers compelling opportunities to impact the future of the housing...

Sr Credit Risk Analyst

  • Washington, DC
  • 1 day ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 1 day ago

Sr Credit Risk Analyst United States Credit Risk 55096 Job Description Overview Senior Credit Risk Analyst Remote (Texas, Georgia, or Ohio) Position Summary The Senior Credit Risk Analyst is...

Auto Fraud Investigator BL Risk Analyst II

  • Washington, DC
  • 1 day ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 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...

Commercial Real Estate Healthcare Portfolio Manager - Executive Director

  • Washington, DC
  • 3 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 3 days ago

About this role: Wells Fargo is seeking an experienced Commercial Real Estate Portfolio Manager for the Healthcare Real Estate Finance and Manufactured Housing Communities groups within Wells...

Hardware Asset Manager

  • Washington, DC
  • 4 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 4 days ago

A Hardware Asset Manager is needed for an American defense, aviation, information technology, and biomedical research company in the Washington, DC area. An experienced Hardware Asset Manager is...

Financial Credit Risk, Manager

  • Washington, DC
  • 10 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 10 days ago

Industry/Sector Banking and Capital Markets Specialism Financial Risk Management Level Manager Job Description & Summary A career in our Balance Sheet Management practice, within Financial Risk...

Senior Manager of Portfolio V&A Insights

  • Washington, DC
  • 14 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 14 days ago

Join Amgen's Mission of Serving Patients At Amgen, if you feel like you're part of something bigger, it's because you are. Our shared missionto serve patients living with serious illnessesdrives...

Senior Lead Cre Healthcare Portfolio Manager

  • Washington, DC
  • 16 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 16 days ago

About this role: Wells Fargo is seeking an experienced Commercial Real Estate Portfolio Manager for the Healthcare Real Estate Finance and Manufactured Housing Communities groups within Wells...

Senior Asset Manager

  • Washington, DC
  • 18 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 18 days ago

The Asset Manager is responsible for maximizing the financial and operational performance of the companys real estate portfolio. The portfolio consists of residential communities including...

Senior Asset Manager

  • Washington, DC
  • 24 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 24 days ago

The Portfolio and Asset Management Department is responsible for managing the Agencys Multifamily portfolio of over one hundred and forty (140+) projects for compliance with terms of the loan...

Enterprise Risk Management - Director - Seller & Servicer Oversight

  • Washington, DC
  • 30+ days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 30+ days ago

At Fannie Mae, the inspiring work we do helps make a home a possibility for millions of homeowners and renters. Every day offers compelling opportunities to impact the future of the housing...

Multifamily Senior Asset Manager - Advisor

  • Washington, DC
  • 30+ days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 30+ days ago

At Fannie Mae, the inspiring work we do helps make a home a possibility for millions of homeowners and renters. Every day offers compelling opportunities to impact the future of the housing...

Software Asset Manager - Washington, DC - Public Trust

  • Washington, DC
  • 45+ days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 45+ days ago

Software Asset Manager needed for a contract opportunity with SOC's client to work onsite in Washington, DC. Contract Length: 6+ Months, possible conversion to FTE Must have an active Public Trust...

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Salary for Risk Management Specialist Jobs in District of Columbia

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Highest Education Level

Risk Management Specialists in District of Columbia 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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