Risk Manager
Analyze and measure exposure to credit and market risk threatening the assets, earning capacity, or economic state of an organization. May make recommendations to limit risk.
At a Glance
Risk Manager earns an average of $81,087/yr. Typical education: Bachelor's degree. Experience: 5.6–6.1 years. Top skills: Management, Risk Management, Project Management.
$81,087/yr
Bachelor's degree
5.6–6.1 years
24
Parent Occupation (O*NET)
Financial Risk Specialists
Median Wage
$106,000/yr
Growth (2024-34)
+6.5%
Education
Bachelor's degree
Skills & Requirements
Specialized Skills (14)
Risk Management
Project Management
Financial Services
Risk Analysis
Market Risk
Governance
Financial Stress Testing
Finance
SAS (Software)
Statistics
Operational Risk
Quality Auditing
Operational Risk Management
Risk Modeling
Common Skills (16)
Management
Communication
Presentations
Leadership
Detail Oriented
Planning
Analytical Skills
Interpersonal Communications
Research
Accountability
Operations
Verbal Communication Skills
Coordinating
Related Specializations
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