Risk Management Specialist Jobs in Michigan

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

  • Flint, MI
  • 2 hours ago
  • Flint, MI
  • 2 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...

Senior Risk Analyst - IRM Insurance Risk

  • Detroit, MI
  • 15 hours ago
  • Detroit, MI
  • 15 hours ago

General information Career area Risk Work Location(s) 500 Woodward Avenue, MI, 601 S. Tryon Street, NC City Detroit, MI Remote? No Ref # 19606 Posted Date 04-10-25 Working time Full time Ally and...

Commercial Portfolio Manager - Native American Financial Services

  • Detroit, MI
  • 15 hours ago
  • Detroit, MI
  • 15 hours ago

Description Summary: The Commercial Portfolio Manager III - Native American Financial Services ("NAFS") will manage all aspects of a NAFS credit portfolio of tribal clients, and/or support a...

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Program Manager - Portfolio Management

  • Troy, MI
  • 1 day ago
  • Troy, MI
  • 1 day ago

You know the moment. Its the first notes of that song you love, the intro to your favorite movie, or simply the sound of someone you love saying hello. Its in these moments that sound matters...

Commercial Portfolio Manager Senior - Equipment Finance

  • Detroit, MI
  • 1 day ago
  • Detroit, MI
  • 1 day ago

Description Commercial Portfolio Managers work with Relationship Managers to service a portfolio of lending relationships by evaluating business risks and providing credit recommendations. This...

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Senior Credit Risk Analyst - Independent Risk Management

  • Lansing, MI
  • 1 day ago
  • Lansing, MI
  • 1 day ago

General information** **Ref #** 19627 **Remote?** No **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...

Advisory Services: Multifamily Asset Manager - Southfield, MI

  • Southfield, MI
  • 3 days ago
  • Southfield, MI
  • 3 days ago

B. Riley Advisory Services is a subsidiary of B. Riley Financial (NASDAQ: RILY) and a trade name for GlassRatner Advisory & Capital Group, LLC. B. Riley Advisory Services provides a full variety...

Contract Portfolio Manager

  • Northville, MI
  • 3 days ago
  • Northville, MI
  • 3 days ago

Location: USA-Work from home #LI-Remote mdf commerce Inc. is an international team of approximately 650 experts who develop a broad set of SaaS solutions to optimize and accelerate commercial...

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Enterprise Change and Program Management Office Project Portfolio Manager

  • Farmington Hills, MI
  • 4 days ago
  • Farmington Hills, MI
  • 4 days ago

Enterprise Change and Program Management Office Project Portfolio Manager Available in 2 locations Available in 2 locations undefined: Comerica Great Lakes Campus Category: Technology Job ID:...

Sr. Commercial Portfolio Manager-Healthcare

  • Lansing, MI
  • 6 days ago
  • Lansing, MI
  • 6 days ago

, a division of UMB Bank n.a. **Sr. Comercial Portfolio Manager-Healthcare** **Denver, CO or Chicago, IL** The Senior Commercial Portfolio Manager manages the credit risk at with the UMB...

Enterprise Account Portfolio Manager

  • Dearborn, MI
  • 6 days ago
  • Dearborn, MI
  • 6 days ago

Allied Universal®, North America’s leading security and facility services company, offers rewarding careers that provide you a sense of purpose. While working in a dynamic, welcoming, and...

Risk Analyst II - IT/Cyber - Testing & Monitoring

  • Detroit, MI
  • 7 days ago
  • Detroit, MI
  • 7 days ago

General information Career area Technology Work Location(s) 1100 Virginia Drive, PA, 500 Woodward Avenue, MI, 601 S. Tryon Street, NC Remote? No Ref # 19603 Posted Date 04-22-25 Working time Full...

Wealth & Investment Portfolio Manager II

  • Midland, MI
  • 7 days ago
  • Midland, MI
  • 7 days ago

Description Summary: Wealth and Investment Portfolio Manager II's manage medium/large and complex portfolios based on client and corporate investment objectives. Duties and Responsibilities: Works...

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Risk Manager

  • Grand Rapids, MI
  • 8 days ago
  • Grand Rapids, MI
  • 8 days ago

Risk Manager Work Location: 601 First Street NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49504 Position Classification: Full-Time Regular About This Opportunity Rockford is looking to add a Risk Manager to our...

Risk Analyst II - IRM Insurance Risk

  • Lansing, MI
  • 12 days ago
  • Lansing, MI
  • 12 days ago

General information** **Ref #** 19608 **Remote?** No **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...

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Salary for Risk Management Specialist Jobs in Michigan

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Highest Education Level

Risk Management Specialists in Michigan offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
44.3%
Master's Degree
41.9%
Doctorate Degree
4.1%
High School or GED
3.3%
Associate's Degree
3.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.7%
Some College
0.5%
Some High School
0.1%


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