Risk Management Specialist Jobs in Princeton, NJ

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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Credit Portfolio Manager II - Metro CRE

  • Bound Brook, NJ (14 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Bound Brook, NJ (14 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Work Location:** Glassboro, New Jersey, United States of America **Hours:** 40 **Pay Details:** $110,760 - $178,880 USD TD is committed to providing fair and equitable compensation opportunities...

Auto Fraud Investigator BL Risk Analyst II

  • Trenton, NJ (11 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Trenton, NJ (11 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 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...

SAP - Plant Maintenance - Asset Manager - EAM - Manager - Consulting - Location OPEN

  • Trenton, NJ (11 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Trenton, NJ (11 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Location: Anywhere in Country At EY, were all in to shape your future with confidence. Well help you succeed in a globally connected powerhouse of diverse teams and take your career wherever you...

Risk Analyst - Hybrid Princeton or Houston

  • Princeton, NJ
  • 2 days ago
  • Princeton, NJ
  • 2 days ago

Risk Analyst - Hybrid Princeton or Houston NRG Energy, Inc - 3.8 Princeton, NJ Job Details $69,600 - $125,280 a year 1 day ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Flexible spending...

Risk Consulting - Cloud Risk - Manager - Multiple Cities

  • Trenton, NJ (11 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • Trenton, NJ (11 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

EY focuses on high-ethical standards and integrity among its employees and expects all candidates to demonstrate these qualities. At EY, youll have the chance to build a career as unique as you...

VAS - Quality & Risk Management Director (Institutional/Funds)

  • Trenton, NJ (11 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • Trenton, NJ (11 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

VAS - Quality & Risk Management Director (Institutional/Funds) Job ID 197526 Posted 01-May-2025 Service line Advisory Segment Role type Full-time Areas of Interest Valuations/Appraisal Location(s)...

Commercial Credit Senior Portfolio Manager I, C&I

  • Woodbridge, NJ (22 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • Woodbridge, NJ (22 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 4 days ago

OVERVIEW Monitor and assess the credit risks of larger, more complex commercial loan portfolios and higher dollar loans through detailed financial statement analysis, industry assessment,...

Senior Manager, Financial Risk Management

  • Princeton, NJ
  • 5 days ago
  • Princeton, NJ
  • 5 days ago

Working with Us Challenging. Meaningful. Life-changing. Those arent words that are usually associated with a job. But working at Bristol Myers Squibb is anything but usual. Here, uniquely...

Risk Analyst

  • Princeton, NJ
  • 6 days ago
  • Princeton, NJ
  • 6 days ago

Welcome to the intersection of energy and home services. At NRG, were all about propelling the next generation of leaders forward. We are driven by our passion to create a smarter, cleaner and...

Commercial Credit Senior Portfolio Manager I, C&I

  • Iselin, NJ (22 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 6 days ago
  • Iselin, NJ (22 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 6 days ago

OVERVIEW Monitor and assess the credit risks of larger, more complex commercial loan portfolios and higher dollar loans through detailed financial statement analysis, industry assessment,...

Senior Lead Commercial Banking Portfolio Manager

  • Woodbridge, NJ (22 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 9 days ago
  • Woodbridge, NJ (22 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 9 days ago

About this role:** Wells Fargo Commercial Banking team is seeking a Senior Lead Commercial Banking Portfolio Manager to support its Middle Market banking practice as part of the Credit Portfolio...

Vendor Risk Specialist II

  • Trenton, NJ (11 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 9 days ago
  • Trenton, NJ (11 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 9 days ago

VENDOR RISK SPECIALIST II* WHAT IS THE OPPORTUNITY? The Vendor Program Manager will be responsible for managing vendor relationships across the vendor life cycle phases. This role will be...

Portfolio Manager III - CRE

  • Woodbridge, NJ (22 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 10 days ago
  • Woodbridge, NJ (22 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 10 days ago

How would you like to join one of the most highly regarded financial institutions in New Jersey with deep roots in the community? Provident is a successful and highly regarded multi-billion-dollar...

Commercial Portfolio Manager

  • Bensalem, PA (24 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 10 days ago
  • Bensalem, PA (24 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 10 days ago

A Long-standing, reputable name in the banking industry, is seeking a Commercial Portfolio Manager. This bank prides itself on its strong ties in the community, top credit culture, and strategic...

Growth Accounts Portfolio Manager (HPE Financial Services)

  • Berkeley Heights, NJ (24 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 11 days ago
  • Berkeley Heights, NJ (24 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 11 days ago

Growth Accounts Portfolio Manager (HPE Financial Services) This role has been designed as Hybrid' with an expectation that you will work on average 2 days per week from an HPE office. Who We Are:...

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Highest Education Level

Risk Management Specialists in Princeton, NJ offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
44.2%
Master's Degree
41.9%
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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