Risk Management Specialist Jobs in Pennsylvania

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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Director I&T Portfolio Manager: R&D and Tech Office

  • King of Prussia, PA
  • 90+ days ago
  • King of Prussia, PA
  • 90+ days ago

Position Purpose: The I&T Portfolio Manager Director role is to partner with the I&T Business Partners to execute the Book of Work for R&D and Tech Office including portfolio investments, BAU...

Treasury & Financial Risk Management Manager

  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 7 hours ago
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 7 hours ago

Job Description In Strategy & Consulting we work with C-suite executives, leaders and boards of the world's leading organizations, helping them reinvent every part of their enterprise to drive...

Director, Portfolio Management - Consumer & Financial

  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 10 hours ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 10 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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Commercial Portfolio Manager - Equipment Finance

  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 10 hours ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 10 hours ago

Description Summary: The Commercial Portfolio Manager - Equipment Finance services, deepens, and retains assigned profitable customer relationships by pro-actively evaluating and mitigating...

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Commercial Portfolio Manager

  • Lehigh Valley, PA
  • 21 hours ago
  • Lehigh Valley, PA
  • 21 hours 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...

Commercial Portfolio Manager

  • Horsham, PA
  • 21 hours ago
  • Horsham, PA
  • 21 hours 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...

Commercial Portfolio Manager

  • Bensalem, PA
  • 21 hours ago
  • Bensalem, PA
  • 21 hours 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...

Portfolio Manager Assistant

  • Bala Cynwyd, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • Bala Cynwyd, PA
  • 1 day ago

Overview In this role, you will work closely with members of the Private Placements investment team at Susquehanna, which is focused on investing in public companies via privately negotiated...

Aftermarket Portfolio Manager

  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 1 day ago

Xylem is a Fortune 500 global water solutions company dedicated to advancing sustainable impact and empowering the people who make water work every day. As a leading water technology company with...

Vice President, Equity Portfolio Manager - Mellon Investments

  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 1 day ago

Vice President, Indexing Portfolio Manager - Mellon At BNY, our culture empowers you to grow and succeed. As a leading global financial services company at the center of the world's financial...

Line of Business Risk Specialist Senior

  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 1 day ago

Position Overview At PNC, our people are our greatest differentiator and competitive advantage in the markets we serve. We are all united in delivering the best experience for our customers. We...

Credit Representative Job

  • Lancaster, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • Lancaster, PA
  • 1 day ago

Primary location: Lancaster, Pennsylvania Relocation offered: No Employment status: Full-Time Travel: No Non-compete: No The estimated base salary range for this role is $45,000 to $60,000 per...

Asset Manager

  • Media, PA
  • 3 days ago
  • Media, PA
  • 3 days ago

Asset Manager Media, PA Who We Are Anchor Health Properties is a national full-service healthcare real estate development, management, and investment company. We are purpose driven, "pursuing...

Data Analytics Director, Portfolio Management

  • Radnor, PA
  • 4 days ago
  • Radnor, PA
  • 4 days ago

You have a clear vision of where your career can go. And we have the leadership to help you get there. At CNA, we strive to create a culture in which people know they matter and are part of...

Commercial Credit Risk Manager

  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 4 days ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 4 days ago

Job Summary: Responsible for assessing, managing, and mitigating credit risks associated with the Firm's lending activities. This role involves analyzing credit data and models to ensure...

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Highest Education Level

Risk Management Specialists in Pennsylvania 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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