Risk Management Specialist Jobs in Austin, TX

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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Community Association Manager / Portfolio CAM (ATX2025-8028)

  • Austin, TX
  • 6 days ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 6 days ago

Overview Imagine working for a dynamic, technology-driven HOA management company that is rapidly expanding, offering abundant opportunities for career advancement, and fostering a company culture...

Tech Portfolio Manager - Corp Functions

  • Austin, TX
  • 7 days ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 7 days ago

The Company PayPal has been revolutionizing commerce globally for more than 25 years. Creating innovative experiences that make moving money, selling, and shopping simple, personalized, and...

Fraud Risk Manager

  • Austin, TX
  • 9 days ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 9 days ago

Job Description At Strategy & Consulting, we work closely with C-suite executives and industry leaders to drive transformation across all areas of their businesses. Our mission is to help...

Senior Asset Manager, WWRGD - Real Estate & Asset Management

  • Austin, TX
  • 10 days ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 10 days ago

As a Worldwide Retail Growth and Development - Senior Asset Manager, you are responsible for owning a portfolio of physical retail assets. You will be developing strategies which align to critical...

Oracle Cloud HCM and Risk Management Specialist

  • Austin, TX
  • 13 days ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 13 days ago

Position Summary Are you looking to elevate your cyber career? Your technical skills? Your opportunity for growth? Deloitte's Government and Public Services Cyber Practice (GPS Cyber Practice) is...

Director, Portfolio Management

  • Austin, TX
  • 14 days ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 14 days ago

RWE Clean Energy, LLC To start as soon as possible, full time, permanent Functional area: Business Development Remuneration: Exempt The Director, Portfolio Management will be responsible for...

Enterprise Risk Specialist, Payments Compliance

  • Austin, TX
  • 14 days ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 14 days ago

Minimum qualifications: Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience. 4 years of experience in compliance, risk management, investigation, auditing, legal, or consulting. Preferred...

Senior Risk Manager - Construction Project Management

  • Austin, TX
  • 15 days ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 15 days ago

Company Description From the inception of a project through to completion and beyond, Turner & Townsend help to deliver the outcomes that matter through transformational projects covering the full...

Credit Sr. Officer/Credit Risk Manager-Technology, Media &Telecom

  • Austin, TX
  • 15 days ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 15 days ago

Job Description: At Bank of America, we are guided by a common purpose to help make financial lives better through the power of every connection. We do this by driving Responsible Growth and...

Portfolio Manager Team Lead - Environmental Services Energy - 16984

  • Austin, TX
  • 17 days ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 17 days ago

Salary Not Available Position range in Travis County $86k - $168k Per Year Portfolio Manager Team Lead - Environmental Services Energy - 16984 Flagstar Bank, N.A. Occupation: Managers, All Other...

Tech Portfolio Manager - Solutions Eng

  • Austin, TX
  • 20 days ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 20 days ago

The Company PayPal has been revolutionizing commerce globally for more than 25 years. Creating innovative experiences that make moving money, selling, and shopping simple, personalized, and...

Business Risk Manager

  • Austin, TX
  • 20 days ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 20 days ago

Self Financial is a venture-backed, high-growth FinTech company with a mission to increase economic inclusion and financial resilience by empowering people to build credit and build savings. We're...

Portfolio Manager - Commercial Lender Finance

  • Austin, TX
  • 21 days ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 21 days ago

Texas Capital is built to help businesses and their leaders. Our depth of knowledge and expertise allows us to bring the best of the big firms at a scale that works for our clients, with highly...

ARG Asset Manager III

  • Austin, TX
  • 23 days ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 23 days 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...

Globl Portfolio Manager, Emerging Transportation Platforms

  • Austin, TX
  • 26 days ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 26 days ago

Here at Siemens, we take pride in enabling sustainable progress through technology. We do this through empowering customers by combining the real and digital worlds. Improving how we live, work,...

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Highest Education Level

Risk Management Specialists in Austin, TX 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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