Risk Management Specialist Jobs in Marietta, GA

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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Risk Manager

  • Smyrna, GA (6 miles from Marietta, GA)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Smyrna, GA (6 miles from Marietta, GA)
  • 9 hours ago

Who We Are: At AFC (Automotive Finance Corporation) we fuel the entrepreneurial dream in our community. For more than 35 years, weve been committed to making dreams come true for independent car...

Auto Fraud Investigator BL Risk Analyst II

  • Atlanta, GA (16 miles from Marietta, GA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Atlanta, GA (16 miles from Marietta, GA)
  • 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...

Operational Risk Analyst - Consumer and Wealth Risk Management

  • Atlanta, GA (16 miles from Marietta, GA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Atlanta, GA (16 miles from Marietta, GA)
  • 1 day ago

Thank you for your interest in a career at Regions. At Regions, we believe associates deserve more than just a job. We believe in offering performance-driven individuals a place where they can...

Credit Risk Manager, Derivatives Risk

  • Atlanta, GA (16 miles from Marietta, GA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Atlanta, GA (16 miles from Marietta, GA)
  • 1 day ago

Ready to be pushed beyond what you think you're capable of? At Coinbase, our mission is to increase economic freedom in the world. It's a massive, ambitious opportunity that demands the best of...

Middle Market Portfolio Manager II

  • Atlanta, GA (16 miles from Marietta, GA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA (16 miles from Marietta, GA)
  • 2 days ago

The SouthState story is one of steady growth, deep community roots, and an unwavering commitment to helping our customers move forward. Since our beginnings in the 1930s to becoming a trusted...

Impact Finance - Affordable Housing Asset Manager

  • Atlanta, GA (16 miles from Marietta, GA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA (16 miles from Marietta, GA)
  • 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...

Portfolio Management - Analyst

  • Atlanta, GA (16 miles from Marietta, GA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA (16 miles from Marietta, GA)
  • 3 days ago

Analyst Real Estate Portfolio Management Atlanta, GA Opportunity and Position Overview: Stockbridge is seeking an Analyst to join the Portfolio Management team within the Core and Value-Add...

Regions Affordable Housing Asset Manager (LIHTC)

  • Atlanta, GA (16 miles from Marietta, GA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA (16 miles from Marietta, GA)
  • 3 days ago

Thank you for your interest in a career at Regions. At Regions, we believe associates deserve more than just a job. We believe in offering performance-driven individuals a place where they can...

Commercial Asset Manager - Energy

  • Atlanta, GA (16 miles from Marietta, GA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA (16 miles from Marietta, GA)
  • 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...

Senior Asset Manager - GSE/HUD

  • Atlanta, GA (16 miles from Marietta, GA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA (16 miles from Marietta, GA)
  • 4 days ago

Senior Asset Manager - GSE/HUD Colliers International 401(k), remote work United States, Georgia, Atlanta Jun 10, 2025 Make your next move an expert one. At Colliers it's not our success that sets...

CCB Credit Delivery Portfolio Manager or Senior Portfolio Manager

  • Atlanta, GA (16 miles from Marietta, GA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA (16 miles from Marietta, GA)
  • 5 days ago

The position is described below. If you want to apply, click the Apply Now button at the top or bottom of this page. After you click Apply Now and complete your application, you'll be invited to...

Senior Director, Portfolio Management & Product Rationalization

  • Alpharetta, GA (19 miles from Marietta, GA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Alpharetta, GA (19 miles from Marietta, GA)
  • 7 days ago

Overview Are you ready for what’s next, now? Director, Portfolio Management & Product Rationalization Location: Alpharetta, GA preferred Level: Sr Director/ Director Company Overview: Aptean is a...

Senior Technology Risk Analyst

  • Atlanta, GA (16 miles from Marietta, GA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA (16 miles from Marietta, GA)
  • 7 days ago

Ready to be pushed beyond what you think you're capable of? At Coinbase, our mission is to increase economic freedom in the world. It's a massive, ambitious opportunity that demands the best of...

Sr Private Wealth Portfolio Manager

  • Atlanta, GA (16 miles from Marietta, GA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA (16 miles from Marietta, GA)
  • 7 days ago

About this role: At Wells Fargo, we are looking for talented people who will put our customers at the center of everything we do. We are seeking candidates who embrace diversity, equity and...

Asset Manager

  • Atlanta, GA (16 miles from Marietta, GA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA (16 miles from Marietta, GA)
  • 8 days ago

Asset Manager RemoteLending OperationsFull time Atlanta, Georgia, United States United States OVERVIEW APPLICATION Description SUMMARY: Groundfloor's Lending business unit is seeking a...

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Highest Education Level

Risk Management Specialists in Marietta, GA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
44.2%
Master's Degree
42.0%
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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