Risk Management Specialist Jobs in Bolingbrook, IL

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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Sr Portfolio Manager IT - Infrastructure & Risk

  • Bolingbrook, IL
  • 3 hours ago
  • Bolingbrook, IL
  • 3 hours ago

OVERVIEW Live the experience. From professional empowerment to continual learning opportunities. From ongoing investment in new and emerging technologies to a career of self-determination. At Ulta...

Senior Portfolio Manager, Specialized Lending

  • Rosemont, IL (22 miles from Bolingbrook, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Rosemont, IL (22 miles from Bolingbrook, IL)
  • 3 days ago

Wintrust provides community and commercial banking, specialty finance and wealth management services through its 16 bank charters and nine non-bank businesses. Wintrust delivers the sophisticated...

Portfolio Manager

  • Schaumburg, IL (23 miles from Bolingbrook, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Schaumburg, IL (23 miles from Bolingbrook, IL)
  • 6 days ago

Zurich North America is currently hiring a Portfolio Manager working out of our Schaumburg, IL headquarters. The Portfolio Manager will be responsible for operational management of IT governance...

Portfolio Manager - Private Asset Management

  • Wheaton, IL (10 miles from Bolingbrook, IL)
  • 8 days ago
  • Wheaton, IL (10 miles from Bolingbrook, IL)
  • 8 days ago

PORTFOLIO MANAGER - PRIVATE ASSET MANAGEMENT Type: Full Time Location(s): 55 East Loop Road, Wheaton, IL 60189, United States Salary: Base Pay Range: $124,000/Yr - $155,000/Yr Job Posting End...

Senior Director, IT Portfolio Management & Strateg

  • Schaumburg, IL (23 miles from Bolingbrook, IL)
  • 10 days ago
  • Schaumburg, IL (23 miles from Bolingbrook, IL)
  • 10 days ago

at Quest Diagnostics Inc in Schaumburg, Illinois, United States Job Description Job Description The Senior Director of IT Portfolio Management & Strategic Operations plays a critical, highly...

Admin - Portfolio Mgmt

  • Downers Grove, IL (8 miles from Bolingbrook, IL)
  • 13 days ago
  • Downers Grove, IL (8 miles from Bolingbrook, IL)
  • 13 days ago

General information Career area Administration Work Location(s) 3333 Finley Road, IL Remote? No Ref # 20510 Posted Date 08-13-25 Working time Full time Ally and Your Career Ally Financial only...

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Real Estate Asset Manager

  • Naperville, IL (5 miles from Bolingbrook, IL)
  • 14 days ago
  • Naperville, IL (5 miles from Bolingbrook, IL)
  • 14 days ago

Asset Manager Hybrid (Naperville/Chicago) The Asset Manager will be an integral member of the Asset Management team which is responsible for maximizing value through establishing and directing...

Vice President of Portfolio Management

  • Romeoville, IL (4 miles from Bolingbrook, IL)
  • 14 days ago
  • Romeoville, IL (4 miles from Bolingbrook, IL)
  • 14 days ago

About Us: BW Flexible Systems is a global manufacturer of packaging systems that fill and bag thousands of food and non-food products. Our packaging systems are designed and manufactured to...

Entry - Level Credit Risk Specialist

  • Itasca, IL (19 miles from Bolingbrook, IL)
  • 14 days ago
  • Itasca, IL (19 miles from Bolingbrook, IL)
  • 14 days ago

As a Credit Risk Management Specialist, you will be responsible for conducting credit analysis for both new and existing customers, approving, or denying the extension of credit terms according to pre-established...

Senior Commercial Portfolio Manager - Equipment Finance

  • Schaumburg, IL (23 miles from Bolingbrook, IL)
  • 21 days ago
  • Schaumburg, IL (23 miles from Bolingbrook, IL)
  • 21 days ago

Description Summary: The Senior Commercial Portfolio Manager - Equipment Finance analyzes and monitors credit worthiness of assigned customers/accounts and recommends and/or approves credit within...

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Operations and Third Party Risk Manager

  • Oak Brook, IL (10 miles from Bolingbrook, IL)
  • 25 days ago
  • Oak Brook, IL (10 miles from Bolingbrook, IL)
  • 25 days ago

Operations and Third Party Risk Manager Republic Bank Of Chicago - 3.7 Oak Brook, IL Job Details Full-time $135,000 - $160,000 a year 16 hours ago Benefits Health savings account AD&D insurance...

Sr Portfolio Manager IT

  • Bolingbrook, IL
  • 26 days ago
  • Bolingbrook, IL
  • 26 days ago

OVERVIEW Live the experience. From professional empowerment to continual learning opportunities. From ongoing investment in new and emerging technologies to a career of self-determination. At Ulta...

Credit Representative II

  • Bolingbrook, IL
  • 28 days ago
  • Bolingbrook, IL
  • 28 days ago

JOIN US AND "CREATE YOUR VISION" ABOUT US S&S Activewear is a leading North American, tech-enabled specialty distributor of imprintable apparel, including t-shirts, fleece, athletic wear,...

Health Equity Manager - ADM/202

  • Joliet, IL (13 miles from Bolingbrook, IL)
  • 28 days ago
  • Joliet, IL (13 miles from Bolingbrook, IL)
  • 28 days ago

Job Summary The Health Equity Manager will provide programming and administrative support for the agency's efforts through an equitable distribution lens. This position will manage a county-wide...

Senior Risk Analyst

  • Burr Ridge, IL (7 miles from Bolingbrook, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Burr Ridge, IL (7 miles from Bolingbrook, IL)
  • 30+ days ago

Senior Risk Analyst Corporate Headquarters 12575 Uline Drive, Pleasant Prairie, WI 53158 Join Ulines risk management team and play a key role in protecting our business. As a Senior Risk Analyst,...

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Highest Education Level

Risk Management Specialists in Bolingbrook, IL offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
44.3%
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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