Risk Management Specialist Jobs in New York

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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Technology Payments Network Risk Manager-Enterprise Services Risk Office

  • New York, NY
  • 30+ days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 30+ days ago

Technology Payments Network Risk Manager-Enterprise Services Risk Office We are hiring! The Enterprise Services Business Risk Office provides risk management support to several lines of business...

Multifamily Commercial Real Estate Portfolio Manager

  • New York, NY
  • 14 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 14 days ago

Multifamily Commercial Real Estate Portfolio ManagerCountry: United States of America Your Journey Starts Here: Santander is a global leader and innovator in the financial services industry. We...

Corporate Banking Underwriter/Portfolio Manager

  • New York, NY
  • 5 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 5 days ago

Corporate Banking Underwriter/Portfolio ManagerCountry: United States of America Your Journey Starts Here: Santander is a global leader and innovator in the financial services industry. We believe...

Business Banking Portfolio Manager Senior

  • Melville, NY
  • 1 hour ago
  • Melville, NY
  • 1 hour ago

BUSINESS BANKING PORTFOLIO MANAGER SENIOR* WHAT IS THE OPPORTUNITY? Primary responsibility is to work directly with assigned business banking clients on a daily basis in the appropriate business...

Senior Portfolio Manager

  • New York, NY
  • 9 hours ago
  • New York, NY
  • 9 hours ago

Fiduciary Trust International is a premier investment and wealth management firm with a commitment to growing and protecting wealth across generations. We offer a dynamic and collaborative...

Vendor Risk Manager - Chief Risk Office

  • New York, NY
  • 2 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 2 days ago

Vendor Risk Manager - Chief Risk Office Bloomberg New York, United States Posted 12 hours ago Permanent Competitive Vendor Risk Manager - Chief Risk Office Bloomberg New York, United States Vendor...

Rental Assistance Coordinators for the Division of Portfolio Management & Conversions

  • New York City, NY
  • 2 days ago
  • New York City, NY
  • 2 days ago

About the Agency: The New York City Department of Housing Preservation (HPD) promotes quality and affordability in the city's housing, and diversity and strength in the city's neighborhoods...

About the Agency: The New York City Department of Housing Preservation (HPD) promotes quality and affordability in the city's housing, and diversity and strength in the citys neighborhoods because...

Finance Risk Manager

  • New York, NY
  • 3 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 3 days ago

Finance Risk Manager Location Nationwide, MI 48098 Job Summary The Finance Risk Manager reports to the Director - Finance Business Risk & Controls and is responsible for supporting the development...

Senior Quantitative Risk Analyst

  • New York, NY
  • 3 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 3 days ago

Job Summary Job Description Senior Quantitative Risk Analyst, RBC Capital Markets LLC, New York, NY: Apply quantitative and programming skills to research, develop, test, and implement securitized...

IT Risk Analyst II - Operations & Transaction Risk

  • New York, NY
  • 3 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 3 days ago

Why join this team Serve as a key contributor focused on high-risk activities by reviewing system access, monitoring transactional behavior, and identifying unusual patterns across systems. This...

Group Risk Specialist (US) Treasury and Finance

  • New York, NY
  • 3 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 3 days ago

Work Location: Mount Laurel, New Jersey, United States of America Hours: 40 Pay Details: $86,840 - $139,360 USD TD is committed to providing fair and equitable compensation opportunities to all...

Securitized Assets Portfolio Manager, Associate/Analyst

  • New York, NY
  • 3 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 3 days ago

Our clients can access our investment solutions through a variety of product structures, including individual and institutional separate accounts, mutual funds and other pooled investment vehicles,...

Associate, Portfolio Management, Global Philanthropy

  • New York, NY
  • 3 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 3 days ago

Become an integral part of the Corporate Responsibility (CR) team where you will have an opportunity to work alongside a team of dedicated professionals focused on generating durable social impact...

Senior Manager - Portfolio Management

  • New York, NY
  • 3 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 3 days ago

At American Express, our culture is built on a 175-year history of innovation, shared values and Leadership Behaviors, and an unwavering commitment to back our customers, communities, and...

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Highest Education Level

Risk Management Specialists in New York offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
44.2%
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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