Risk Management Specialist Jobs in Ohio

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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Asset Manager (Mid-to-Senior or Lead-Level) — Equipment Finance | Remote-Friendly | $100K–$175K + Bonus We’re partnering with a PE-backed specialty finance firm that’s scaling fast — and building...

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Commercial Portfolio Manager - Senior

  • Columbus, OH
  • 13 hours ago
  • Columbus, OH
  • 13 hours ago

Description Summary: The Commercial Portfolio Manager III - CIP will manage a book of business greater than $100MM+ in commitments and/or outstandings, and/or support a specialty area of...

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Wealth and Investment Portfolio Manager II

  • Akron, OH
  • 1 day ago
  • Akron, OH
  • 1 day ago

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

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Sr Commercial Portfolio Manager - HTF

  • Cleveland, OH
  • 1 day ago
  • Cleveland, OH
  • 1 day ago

Description Summary: The Commercial Portfolio Manager, Senior - HTF (Huntington Technology Finance) services, deepens, and retains assigned profitable customer relationships by proactively...

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Wealth and Investment Portfolio Manager II

  • Fairlawn, OH
  • 1 day ago
  • Fairlawn, OH
  • 1 day 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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Hardware Asset Manager

  • Cincinnati, OH
  • 1 day ago
  • Cincinnati, OH
  • 1 day ago

Job Description Summary GE Aerospace is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Hardware Asset Manager to join our Edison Works team. This individual will oversee the daily processes, procedures,...

Commercial Portfolio Manager

  • Columbus, OH
  • 2 days ago
  • Columbus, OH
  • 2 days ago

A local community bank is seeking to hire a full time Commercial Portfolio Manager that will sit hybrid onsite in Columbus or Marion Ohio. The Commercial Portfolio Manager is primarily responsible...

Risk Management - Branch Oversight Product Risk Manager - Vice President OH, United States JOB INFORMATION Job Identification 210624377 Job Category Credit Risk Business Unit Consumer & Community...

Credit Risk Management Analyst

  • Columbus, OH
  • 2 days ago
  • Columbus, OH
  • 2 days ago

Job Posting End Date 05-25-2025 Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date. Job Summary Where putting the Customer First Powers Everything We Do At AEP, were...

Sr. Insurance Risk Management Analyst

  • Euclid, OH
  • 2 days ago
  • Euclid, OH
  • 2 days ago

Lincoln Electric is the world leader in the engineering, design, and manufacturing of advanced arc welding solutions, automated joining, assembly and cutting systems, plasma and oxy-fuel cutting...

Property / Asset Manager

  • Columbus, OH
  • 3 days ago
  • Columbus, OH
  • 3 days ago

Company Overview: Options for Supported Housing is a nonprofit that serves over 300 low-income individuals with developmental disabilities across 11 states with over 100 homes. As an affordable...

Huntington's Corporate Risk Management organization is seeking a Market Risk Specialist to join its Market Risk Oversight team. In this role, the candidate will be responsible for assisting with...

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Community Impact Capital Asset Manager (LIHTC)

  • Columbus, OH
  • 3 days ago
  • Columbus, OH
  • 3 days ago

Community Impact Capital Asset Manager (LIHTC) remote type Office locations Clayton, MO New York, NY Chicago, IL Detroit, MI Columbus, OH time type Full time posted on Posted 25 Days Ago job...

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Portfolio Manager - Trade and Working Capital Finance

  • Columbus, OH
  • 3 days ago
  • Columbus, OH
  • 3 days ago

Portfolio Manager - Trade and Working Capital Finance remote type Office locations Detroit, MI Pittsburgh, PA Indianapolis, IN Grand Rapids, MI Columbus, OH View All 7 Locations time type Full...

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Auto Finance Credit Rep-Sr

  • OH
  • 3 days ago
  • OH
  • 3 days ago

Auto Finance Credit Rep-Sr remote type Remote locations Ohio (Cleveland Region) time type Full time posted on Posted 25 Days Ago job requisition id R0062320 Description The Auto Finance Credit...

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Salary for Risk Management Specialist Jobs in Ohio

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Highest Education Level

Risk Management Specialists in Ohio 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
3.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.6%
Some College
0.5%
Some High School
0.1%


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