Risk Management Jobs in Illinois

A Risk Management expert in the finance industry identifies, assesses and prepares strategies to mitigate risks that could impact the company's financial position. They are pivotal in developing and implementing risk management systems that are in accordance with industry regulations and standards. They analyze potential risks and forecast their impact on the organization, ensuring that the organization is in a position to absorb any unexpected financial shocks. These professionals also play a crucial role in the decision-making process, advising on possible risks associated with investment strategies.

Important skills for Risk Management professionals include strong analytical abilities, decision-making capabilities, excellent communication skills to explain complex risks in an understandable manner and a deep understanding of financial markets. Additionally, they need to be familiar with risk assessment software and have a keen eye for detail. Relevant certifications such as Financial Risk Manager (FRM), Professional Risk Manager (PRM), or Chartered Enterprise Risk Analyst (CERA) can provide a competitive edge. Prior to becoming a Risk Management professional, one may serve in roles such as a Risk Analyst, Financial Analyst, or Compliance Officer.

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Portfolio Manager Specialist

  • Lake Forest, IL
  • 1 hour ago
  • Lake Forest, IL
  • 1 hour ago

The position is described below. If you want to apply, click the Apply Now button at the top or bottom of this page. After you click Apply Now and complete your application, you'll be invited to...

Director, Portfolio Management - Consumer & Financial

  • Chicago, IL
  • 4 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 4 hours ago

Description Summary: Huntington's Director, Portfolio Management will manage a book of business in the bank's Huntington's Consumer & Financial Banking group. The Director, Portfolio Management...

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Senior Portfolio Manager, Commercial Banking

  • Chicago, IL
  • 16 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 16 hours ago

7 years commercial credit experience including experience in one of the following sectors: corporate banking, middle market or CRE; leveraged lending experience preferred Thorough understanding of risk...

Senior Group Portfolio Manager

  • Chicago, IL
  • 16 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 16 hours ago

Job Location IL-120 S LaSalle St, 2nd Fl Employment Type Regular Weekly Hours 40 Skills Analytical Thinking, Business Credit, Business Development, Credit Processes, Credit Proposals, Credit Risk Management...

Senior Manager, Credit Portfolio Management

  • Chicago, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 1 day ago

management framework and fostering a strong risk culture....

Risk Analyst, Tech Specialist

  • Chicago, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 1 day ago

management, from our data pipelines to user facing applications....

Digital Asset Manager

  • Chicago, IL
  • 2 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 2 days ago

Title: Digital Asset Manager Location: Chicago, IL 60606 - Hybrid (2-3 days onsite/week) Client : Fortune 100 & leading US Airline Duration: 6 mos to start with likely extensions & potential to...

Aftermarket Portfolio Manager

  • Morton Grove, IL
  • 3 days ago
  • Morton Grove, IL
  • 3 days ago

Aftermarket Portfolio Manager Aftermarket Portfolio Manager remote type Hybrid locations Morton Grove, Illinois Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania time type Full time posted on Posted Yesterday job...

Risk Analyst

  • Chicago, IL
  • 3 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 3 days ago

university Common areas of study include but are not limited to: Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, Physics, Finance, Economics, Computer Science, Data Science, Accounting, Audit Management and Risk...

Financial Reporting & Asset Manager

  • Chicago, IL
  • 4 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 4 days ago

Job Location: Chicago Company description Ferrero is a family-owned company with a truly progressive and global outlook and iconic brands such as Nutella, Tic Tac, Ferrero Rocher, Raffaello,...

As an Associate within Underwriting & Portfolio Management, you have advanced beyond the fundamentals of credit risk management and are expected to perform most responsibilities with minimal oversight...

Special Loans Risk Manager

  • Chicago, IL
  • 4 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 4 days ago

Management and Mitigation...

Risk & Control Analyst - Hybrid

  • Chicago, IL
  • 4 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 4 days ago

Execute on assigned monitoring plans and test activities and maintain an understanding of risk management and identify and mitigate operational risks....

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Financial Services - Data Risk Management - Director

  • Chicago, IL
  • 5 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 5 days ago

management and technology risk management Developing data-driven strategies for business growth Aligning data initiatives with organizational goals Managing data strategy program success Programming...

Finance Data Business Risk Manager Sr.

  • Chicago, IL
  • 5 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 5 days ago

, Model Risk Management, and/or Generative AI....

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Salary for Risk Management Jobs in Illinois

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Highest Education Level

Risk Managements in Illinois offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
44.3%
Master's Degree
41.8%
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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