Risk Management Specialist Jobs in New Jersey

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. Quantitative Eng [Retail Portfolio Mgmt]

  • Hoboken, NJ
  • 1 hour ago
  • Hoboken, NJ
  • 1 hour ago

SENIOR QUANTITATIVE ENGINEER [RETAIL WEALTH] WHAT IS THE OPPORTUNITY? This position is responsible for developing logic-intensive components of the digital wealth management platform. Works on...

Senior Lead Commercial Banking Portfolio Manager

  • Iselin, NJ
  • 6 hours ago
  • Iselin, NJ
  • 6 hours ago

About this role: Wells Fargo is seeking a Senior Lead Commercial Banking Portfolio Manager within the Commercial Banking Group. This is a great opportunity to work with one of the top commercial...

Portfolio Manager Associate - CRE

  • Woodbridge, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • Woodbridge, NJ
  • 1 day ago

Portfolio Manager Associate - CRE Provident Bank - 3.7 Iselin, NJ Job Details Full-time $58,900 - $84,200 a year 17 hours ago Benefits Health savings account Loan repayment program Disability...

Portfolio Management Program - Program Manager

  • Weehawken, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • Weehawken, NJ
  • 1 day ago

Do you enjoy helping Financial Advisors implement investment strategies? Do you enjoy working across multiple business groups to deliver new products and services? We are looking for someone who...

Portfolio Manager Associate - CRE

  • Iselin, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • Iselin, NJ
  • 1 day 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...

Insider Fraud Detection Analyst

  • Iselin, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • Iselin, NJ
  • 1 day ago

Description This role is an Insider Threat Program Analyst working in the Data Protection and Security Program. The Program Analyst is responsible for supporting, developing, and enhancing the...

Analyst/Associate Portfolio Manager

  • Princeton, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • Princeton, NJ
  • 1 day ago

Obtain a robust understanding of internal workflows and the full lifecycle of equity, fixed income, and mutual fund trades across all SMA distribution channels....

Commercial Portfolio Manager - Huntington Technology Finance

  • Bloomfield, NJ
  • 2 days ago
  • Bloomfield, NJ
  • 2 days ago

Summary: The Commercial Portfolio Manager - Huntington Technology Finance (HTF) actively monitors an assigned portfolio and analyzes credit for large, complex customer relationships and...

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Lead, IT Portfolio Management

  • Trenton, NJ
  • 2 days ago
  • Trenton, NJ
  • 2 days ago

Job Order Number: DE9954978 Job Title: Lead, IT Portfolio Management Company: Humana Location: Trenton, NJ Salary: Education: Less Than High School Experience: None Hours: Duration: Full Time,...

Senior Asset Manager, Multifamily

  • Lakewood, NJ
  • 2 days ago
  • Lakewood, NJ
  • 2 days ago

COMPANY OVERVIEW: Lightstone, founded by David Lichtenstein, is one of the most diversified privately held real estate companies in the United States. Headquartered in New York City, Lightstone is...

Credit Portfolio Manager I - State & Municipal

  • Mount Laurel, NJ
  • 2 days ago
  • Mount Laurel, NJ
  • 2 days ago

Work Location: Mount Laurel, New Jersey, United States of America Hours: 40 Pay Details: $100,000 - $165,000 USD TD is committed to providing fair and equitable compensation opportunities to all...

Head of Wealth Portfolio Management and Capital Markets (US)

  • Mount Laurel, NJ
  • 4 days ago
  • Mount Laurel, NJ
  • 4 days ago

securities Assists in the distribution of structured notes, derivatives, custom fixed income portfolios for sophisticated clients Tailers investment vehicles to fit tax, yield, or risk needs Works...

Commercial Banking - Portfolio Manager Team Lead

  • Parsippany, NJ
  • 4 days ago
  • Parsippany, NJ
  • 4 days ago

About Blue Foundry Bank This is the Bank Where Things are Made. Blue Foundry is a bank where businesses are shaped, plans are formed, ideas are refined, solutions are built, and stuff gets done....

Financial Risk Analyst

  • Mount Laurel, NJ
  • 6 days ago
  • Mount Laurel, NJ
  • 6 days ago

Financial Risk Analyst Job Title- Financial Risk Analyst Location Mount Laurel NJ Duration-Long term Contract We are looking for Financial Risk Analyst /BA with Liquidity reporting / Risk...

Senior Group Risk Analyst, (US) RCSA Manager

  • Mount Laurel, NJ
  • 6 days ago
  • Mount Laurel, NJ
  • 6 days ago

Work Location: New York, New York, United States of America Hours: 40 Pay Details: $68,640 - $112,320 USD TD is committed to providing fair and equitable compensation opportunities to all...

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Highest Education Level

Risk Management Specialists in New Jersey 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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