Risk Management Specialist Jobs in Lake Forest, 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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Senior Portfolio Manager, Specialized Lending

  • Rosemont, IL (16 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Rosemont, IL (16 miles from Lake Forest, 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...

Director - Business Performance Management - Portfolio

  • Niles, IL (14 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Niles, IL (14 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 6 days ago

With roots extending before Prohibition, Republic National Distributing Company (RNDC) is a family-owned business that has evolved into one of the nations largest wine and spirits distributor,...

Portfolio Manager

  • Schaumburg, IL (17 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Schaumburg, IL (17 miles from Lake Forest, 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...

Principal, Risk Specialist

  • Riverwoods, IL (4 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 8 days ago
  • Riverwoods, IL (4 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 8 days ago

Principal, Risk Specialist Does the idea of working with and guiding professional, highly trained accountants, product, technology and other professionals inspire you? Are you a professional with...

Portfolio Manager - Private Asset Management

  • Evanston, IL (15 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 10 days ago
  • Evanston, IL (15 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 10 days ago

Portfolio Manager The TIAA Private Asset Management Portfolio Manager serves as a central point of contact for HNW clients, responsible for overseeing investment portfolios and delivering...

Senior Director, IT Portfolio Management & Strateg

  • Schaumburg, IL (17 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 10 days ago
  • Schaumburg, IL (17 miles from Lake Forest, 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...

Sr. Risk Manager, Data Risk Management

  • Riverwoods, IL (4 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 12 days ago
  • Riverwoods, IL (4 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 12 days ago

Sr. Risk Manager, Data Risk Management Do you want to be part of an organization that's dedicated to helping Capital One manage data and, identify and effectively mitigate risk - for our...

Risk Manager, Enterprise Risk Management

  • Riverwoods, IL (4 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 12 days ago
  • Riverwoods, IL (4 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 12 days ago

Risk Manager, Enterprise Risk Management The ERM Risk Foundations team is seeking a highly motivated Risk Manager to apply their risk, communication, and analytical skills in support of our...

Entry - Level Credit Risk Specialist

  • Itasca, IL (20 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 14 days ago
  • Itasca, IL (20 miles from Lake Forest, 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 (17 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 21 days ago
  • Schaumburg, IL (17 miles from Lake Forest, 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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Director, Risk Management

  • Northbrook, IL (8 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 29 days ago
  • Northbrook, IL (8 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 29 days ago

at CF Enterprises, Inc. in Northbrook, Illinois, United States Job Description At CF Industries, our mission is to provide clean energy to feed and fuel the world sustainably. Our employees are...

Senior Risk Analyst

  • Camp Lake, WI (24 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Camp Lake, WI (24 miles from Lake Forest, 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,...

Senior Portfolio Manager, Commercial Real Estate

  • Rosemont, IL (16 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Rosemont, IL (16 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 30+ 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 Team Lead, Commercial Real Estate

  • Libertyville, IL (5 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Libertyville, IL (5 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 30+ 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, Business Banking

  • Lake Forest, IL
  • 45+ days ago
  • Lake Forest, IL
  • 45+ 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...

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Highest Education Level

Risk Management Specialists in Lake Forest, 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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