Risk Management Specialist Jobs in Utah

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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Portfolio Manager

  • Sandy, UT
  • 1 day ago
  • Sandy, UT
  • 1 day ago

You Lead the Way. We've Got Your Back. With the right backing, people and businesses have the power to progress in incredible ways. When you join Team Amex, you become part of a global and diverse...

Senior Business Risk Management Analyst

  • Draper, UT
  • 5 days ago
  • Draper, UT
  • 5 days ago

Optum is a global organization that delivers care, aided by technology to help millions of people live healthier lives. The work you do with our team will directly improve health outcomes by...

Associate Risk Analyst

  • Sandy, UT
  • 11 days ago
  • Sandy, UT
  • 11 days ago

ABOUT REPAY REPAY ("Realtime Electronic Payments" / NASDAQ TICKER: RPAY) is an established and fast-growing publicly traded financial technology and payment processing company headquartered in...

Principal Technology Risk Analyst

  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 14 days ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 14 days ago

The Role Do you want to join a team focused on Fidelitys Cryptocurrency, Blockchain and Decentralized Finance programs and initiatives? The Technology Risk team for Enterprise Services (ES) within...

Portfolio Management Analyst

  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 20 days ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 20 days ago

Come be a part of our mission and make a meaningful and positive impact with the industry leading provider of language services for the Deaf and hard-of-hearing! Benefits Paid Vacation Time and...

Healthcare & Practice Management - Specialty Banking Portfolio Manager III

  • Bountiful, UT
  • 30+ days ago
  • Bountiful, UT
  • 30+ days ago

It starts with our culture... Common sense has never been common. If it were, the world would be a different place. Things would run smoothly and on time. People would do what they say and say...

Portfolio Manager II

  • Orem, UT
  • 30+ days ago
  • Orem, UT
  • 30+ days ago

About The Role Altabank, Division of Glacier Bank, is hiring a Portfolio Manager II for our Orem branch. ROLE: Responsible for providing competent credit analysis and portfolio management for...

Portfolio Manager I

  • Pleasant Grove, UT
  • 30+ days ago
  • Pleasant Grove, UT
  • 30+ days ago

About The Role Altabank, Division of Glacier Bank, is hiring a Portfolio Manager I at our Grove Creek branch. ROLE: Responsible for providing competent credit analysis and portfolio management for...

Director, Strategic Portfolio Management

  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 45+ days ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 45+ days ago

If youre passionate about building a better future for individuals, communities, and our countryand youre committed to working hard to play your part in building that futureconsider WGU as the...

Fund Manager - Private Equity

  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 24 days ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 24 days ago

Fund Manager - Private Equity ABOUT US We are Alter Domus. Meaning The Other House in Latin, Alter Domus is proud to be home to 85% of the top 30 asset managers in the alternatives industry, and...

IT Risk Manager

  • Midvale, UT
  • 26 days ago
  • Midvale, UT
  • 26 days ago

Did you know that Zions Bancorporation is one of the nations premier financial services companies with total assets exceeding $90 billion? With local management teams at the helm in 11 western...

Creative Digital Asset Manager

  • South Jordan, UT
  • 28 days ago
  • South Jordan, UT
  • 28 days ago

Company Description We believe everyone is born creative. Were a diverse tapestry of thinkers, dreamers, givers, DIYers, handi-workers, artisans, and forever and always architects of things. At...

Portfolio Asset Manager

  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 30+ days ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 30+ days ago

Are you ready to be part of a company that's not just talking about the future, but actively shaping it? Join The AES Corporation (NYSE: AES), a Fortune 500 company that's leading the charge in...

Global Capital Manager

  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 30+ days ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 30+ days ago

With our strong investment in research and development and our culture of continuous improvement, Hexcel is the industry leader in the manufacturing of advance composite materials, including...

Compliance and Risk Specialist

  • Pleasant Grove, UT
  • 30+ days ago
  • Pleasant Grove, UT
  • 30+ days ago

Compliance and Risk Specialist Department: Corporate/Administrative Employment Type: Full Time Location: Pleasant Grove, UT Reporting To: Alisa Meshkova Description At Horrocks, we believe the...

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Highest Education Level

Risk Management Specialists in Utah 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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