Risk Management Specialist Jobs in Southaven, MS

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.

1-14 of 14 Jobs

Sr Model Risk Analyst

  • Memphis, TN (13 miles from Southaven, MS)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Memphis, TN (13 miles from Southaven, MS)
  • 5 hours ago

The Company and its subsidiaries offer commercial, private banking, consumer, small business, wealth and trust management, retail brokerage, capital markets, fixed income, and mortgage banking services...

Dispatcher/Asset Manager

  • West Memphis, AR (14 miles from Southaven, MS)
  • 4 days ago
  • West Memphis, AR (14 miles from Southaven, MS)
  • 4 days ago

For more than 50 years, Crete Carrier has valued both hard work and work-life balance. As a family owned business, we appreciate our employees and respect their contributions to our ongoing...

Assistant Portfolio Manager

  • Southaven, MS
  • 4 days ago
  • Southaven, MS
  • 4 days ago

Job Opportunity: Assistant Portfolio Manager at Southern Farm Bureau Life Insurance Company Overview: Southern Farm Bureau Life Insurance is a leading provider of life insurance and financial...

Corporate Risk Management Advisor

  • Memphis, TN (13 miles from Southaven, MS)
  • 7 days ago
  • Memphis, TN (13 miles from Southaven, MS)
  • 7 days ago

Assist with the maintaining and monitoring the insurance procurement process, ensuring proper controls to address organizational risk tolerance. Essential Functions Assists with maintaining and...

Model Risk Analyst II

  • Memphis, TN (13 miles from Southaven, MS)
  • 7 days ago
  • Memphis, TN (13 miles from Southaven, MS)
  • 7 days ago

The Company and its subsidiaries offer commercial, private banking, consumer, small business, wealth and trust management, retail brokerage, capital markets, fixed income, and mortgage banking services...

Managing Director-Regional Wealth Manager

  • Memphis, TN (13 miles from Southaven, MS)
  • 21 days ago
  • Memphis, TN (13 miles from Southaven, MS)
  • 21 days ago

The Company and its subsidiaries offer commercial, private banking, consumer, small business, wealth and trust management, retail brokerage, capital markets, fixed income, and mortgage banking services...

Loan Asset Manager Team Lead

  • Memphis, TN (13 miles from Southaven, MS)
  • 23 days ago
  • Memphis, TN (13 miles from Southaven, MS)
  • 23 days ago

The enterprise has more than 850 dedicated professionals with extensive experience and expertise in all asset classes, with a strength in public and private fixed income and private assets, including...

Portfolio Manager

  • Horn Lake, MS (2 miles from Southaven, MS)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Horn Lake, MS (2 miles from Southaven, MS)
  • 30+ days ago

PORTFOLIO MANAGER JOB DESCRIPTION Portfolio Manager CRE and C & I We are seeking a driven and experienced Banking Portfolio Manager to join our growing team. As a portfolio manager, your main...

Portfolio Manager

  • Southaven, MS
  • 30+ days ago
  • Southaven, MS
  • 30+ days ago

PORTFOLIO MANAGER JOB DESCRIPTION Portfolio Manager CRE and C & I We are seeking a driven and experienced Banking Portfolio Manager to join our growing team. As a portfolio manager, your main...

Portfolio Manager

  • Olive Branch, MS (11 miles from Southaven, MS)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Olive Branch, MS (11 miles from Southaven, MS)
  • 30+ days ago

PORTFOLIO MANAGER JOB DESCRIPTION Portfolio Manager CRE and C & I We are seeking a driven and experienced Banking Portfolio Manager to join our growing team. As a portfolio manager, your main...

Risk Specialist II - Data Integrity

  • Memphis, TN (13 miles from Southaven, MS)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Memphis, TN (13 miles from Southaven, MS)
  • 60+ days ago

The Company and its subsidiaries offer commercial, private banking, consumer, small business, wealth and trust management, retail brokerage, capital markets, fixed income, and mortgage banking services...

Portfolio Manager

  • Memphis, TN (13 miles from Southaven, MS)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Memphis, TN (13 miles from Southaven, MS)
  • 30+ days ago

Here at gpac we are working with a financial institution that is looking for a Banking Portfolio Manager to join their growing team. As a portfolio manager, your main responsibility will be to...

Customer Credit Representative

  • Bartlett, TN (21 miles from Southaven, MS)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Bartlett, TN (21 miles from Southaven, MS)
  • 30+ days ago

Position Summary: The Customer Credit Representatives goal will be to provide excellent customer service with regards to account reconciliation and payment services. This goal will be measured...

Senior Risk Analyst (Capital, Market, Liquidity, Interest Rate Risk)

  • Memphis, TN (13 miles from Southaven, MS)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Memphis, TN (13 miles from Southaven, MS)
  • 60+ days ago

The Company and its subsidiaries offer commercial, private banking, consumer, small business, wealth and trust management, retail brokerage, capital markets, fixed income, and mortgage banking services...

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Highest Education Level

Risk Management Specialists in Southaven, MS 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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