Risk Analyst

 
Risk analyst jobs are in high demand, as every organisation needs a risk analyst to analyse and identify any potential harm areas in their business. Consider becoming a risk manager, and help save a business today. See below why you should consider this as a professional career.

What is a Risk Analyst?

A risk analyst identifies and analyses the areas of risk that could harm the success of a business or organization. Some of the risks a risk analyst identifies and analyses are economic risks, financial risks, security and fraud risks, compliance risks, just to name a few.

 

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Risk Analyst Job Description

Risk Analyst Job Overview

A risk analyst is a business specialist that uses their analytical skills to calculate a range of risks that may threaten a business or organization. Their job is to reduce the risks a business might encounter and to predict these risks before they occur. Their duties include reading and analysing financial data, creating outcome reports and analysing any other data within a business to manage and reduce risks.

Responsibilities of a Risk Analyst

  • Give recommendations to reduce risk
  • Use analytical software to calculate risks
  • Access the business’s financial records and find out the level of risk
  • Create outcome reports and models
  • Assist clients to make financial goals
  • Predict the latest trends in the business market

Risk Analyst Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in finance or a finance-related degree
  • 5 years of experience in Risk analysis
  • Complete a post-graduate degree
  • Apply for entry-level jobs
  • Complete 10+2

Skills needed:

Analytical skills, problem-solving, communication and presentation skills, negotiation skills, knowledge of technology.

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Risk Analyst Jobs currently open:

Credit and Risk Analyst
Location: Johannesburg
Salary: Annually
Exciting Opportunity: A leading company in Johannesburg East is on the hunt for a talented Credit and risk analyst to join their vibrant and dynamic team. Don’t miss your chance to be part of something exceptional!
5 days ago


Credit Risk Analyst
Location: Johannesburg
Salary: 600 000
Join a leading insurance provider dedicated to offering tailored life, health, and short-term insurance solutions. Be part of a dynamic team that blends innovative technology with personalized service to help individuals and families protect their health, wealth, and well-being.
7 days ago


Credit Risk Analyst | Centurion
Location: Centurion, Gauteng
Salary: Market-Related
Credit risk analyst | Centurion
8 days ago


Credit Risk Analyst
Location: Centurion
Salary: 600 000
Join a leading insurance provider dedicated to offering tailored life, health, and short-term insurance solutions. Be part of a dynamic team that blends innovative technology with personalized service to help individuals and families protect their health, wealth, and well-being.
11 days ago


Credit and Risk Analyst
Location: Johannesburg
Salary: Annual cost to company package
Looking for your strong analytical, financial and problem solving skills
11 days ago


Risk Analyst
Location: Cape Town
Salary: Market related
A well known, Financial Services giant, with offices both in Cape Town & Johannesburg, is in search
12 days ago


Product Risk Analyst
Location: Johannesburg
Salary: Market related
My client is looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Product risk analyst to join a dynamic risk management team. This role offers the opportunity to gain valuable insights into the risk department, where the focus is to control front-line trading and ensure that senior management understands the risk-reward profile of the trading books. The role also involves ensuring that phys...
14 days ago


Credit Risk Analyst
Location: Cape Town
Salary:
This top class furniture and appliances establishment has been serving excellent services for many years.
15 days ago


Market Risk Analyst
Location: Johannesburg
Salary:
Join a global powerhouse, where you can grow an exceptional career.
34 days ago


Market Risk Analyst
Location: Johannesburg
Salary: Market related
My client is seeking a highly skilled Market risk analyst to join their risk Department. This independent function plays a critical role in ensuring proper control over front-line trading. The department helps senior management fully understand the risk/reward balance of the trading books and ensures accurate valuation of physical exposure, such as oil cargoes, electricity generation, and gas deli...
18 days ago