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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Senior Director, Technology Risk Management Manager

  • Washington, DC
  • 6 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 6 days ago

Senior Director, Technology Risk Management Manager At BNY, our culture empowers you to grow and succeed. As a leading global financial services company at the center of the world's financial...

Junior Professional, Treasury and Portfolio Management (Based in Shanghai)

  • Washington, DC
  • 9 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 9 days ago

Job Description: Junior Professional, Treasury and Portfolio Management The Treasury and Portfolio Management Department (TMPD) is responsible for fund raising, liquidity and portfolio management...

Technology Payments Network Risk Manager-Enterprise Services Risk Office

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

Senior Director, Technology Risk Management Manager

  • Washington, DC
  • 12 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 12 days ago

Collaborate with business lines to identify critical supply chain dependencies and potential targets of nation-state actors. Assess how supply chain operations can support, accelerate, or advance...

Associate Portfolio Manager, Investment Solutions Group

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

Services include, but are not limited to, management of liquidity needs, analysis of equity, fixed income, and opportunistic alternative investments as appropriate....

Portfolio Manager, Investment Solutions Group

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

Services include, but are not limited to, management of liquidity needs, analysis of equity, fixed income, and opportunistic alternative investments as appropriate....

Diabetes Portfolio Manager

  • Washington, DC
  • 20 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 20 days ago

_What Portfolio Management contributes to Cardinal Health_** Portfolio management is responsible for assessing customer needs, market conditions and competition to inform business strategy. This...

Sr Credit Risk Analyst

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

Financial Credit Risk, Manager

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

  • Washington, DC
  • 30+ days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 30+ 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
  • 45+ days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 45+ 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...

Internal Controls & Business Risk Manager

  • Washington, DC
  • 90+ days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 90+ days ago

Overview Baker Tilly is a leading advisory, tax and assurance firm, providing clients with a genuine coast-to-coast and global advantage in major regions of the U.S. and in many of the world's...

Company Description ProSidian is a Management and Operations Consulting Services Firm focusing on providing value to clients through tailored solutions based on industry leading practices....

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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
42.0%
Doctorate Degree
4.1%
High School or GED
3.2%
Associate's Degree
3.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.6%
Some College
0.5%
Some High School
0.1%


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