Remote Risk Analyst Jobs in New York

Introduction: Your Next Professional Breakthrough

Are you ready to take the next step in your risk analysis career with a role that blends high-impact work, remote flexibility, and continuous professional growth? We are seeking a Remote Risk Analyst who thrives on evaluating potential risks, safeguarding organizational health, and enabling more intelligent decision-making through proactive, data-informed insights. If you're looking for a position where your analytical skills create measurable value, this is your opportunity to lead, grow, and innovate within a forward-thinking environment.

About the Role: What You’ll Be Doing

As a Remote Risk Analyst, you will serve as a strategic partner to cross-functional teams, proactively identifying risk factors across financial, operational, and compliance domains. Your primary focus will be on assessing emerging risks, developing mitigation strategies, and empowering leaders to make informed, confident choices. Your insights will drive improvements across the enterprise.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze financial, operational, and regulatory risks across business units and recommend actionable solutions.
• Collaborate with internal departments to assess and develop strategies to mitigate enterprise-wide risks.
• Conduct trend analysis using historical data, predictive modeling, and scenario planning tools.
• Prepare comprehensive risk reports and dashboards tailored to the needs of executives and departments.
• Evaluate third-party vendors and contracts for risk exposures and compliance gaps.
• Support audits and regulatory reviews with risk-related documentation and data analytics.
• Regularly review internal controls and processes to ensure alignment with industry best practices.
• Provide real-time monitoring and escalation of critical risk events.

Work Environment: Flexibility with Impact

This is a fully remote role, empowering you to work from your most productive environment, whether that's a home office or anywhere with reliable internet access. Our culture encourages independent thinking, accountability, and transparent communication. While geographically dispersed, our team operates as a cohesive unit thanks to strong collaboration tools and shared goals.

What Sets This Environment Apart:

• Structured autonomy: You control your schedule within a results-driven framework.
• Collaborative rhythm: Weekly strategy syncs and risk roundtables foster alignment.
• Innovation-focused: New tools and methodologies are welcomed and encouraged.

Tools & Technology Stack

In your day-to-day responsibilities, you’ll engage with a modern tech stack that streamlines analysis, reporting, and collaboration. You’ll be equipped with advanced tools to dive deep into risk insights.

• Business Intelligence Platforms: Power BI, Tableau, Looker
• Risk Management Systems: Resolver, RiskWatch, LogicManager
• Data Analysis Tools: SQL, Python, Excel (Advanced Macros)
• Project Tracking: Asana, Trello, or Monday.com
• Secure Communication: Slack, Zoom, Microsoft Teams with MFA and end-to-end encryption

Qualifications and Skills

Success in this position calls for more than technical proficiency. It demands a mindset rooted in analytical rigor, strategic curiosity, and ethical decision-making.

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Risk Management, Finance, Statistics, or a related discipline
• 3+ years of professional experience in a risk analysis or compliance-focused role
• Proficiency in data modeling, trend analysis, and performance forecasting
• Familiarity with risk frameworks like COSO or ISO 31000
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills
• Strong collaboration mindset with a commitment to cross-functional teamwork

Preferred:

• Experience with regulatory environments (e.g., SOX, GDPR, HIPAA)
• Professional certification (FRM, CRMA, or equivalent)
• Experience in SaaS or financial technology industries

Career Path and Growth Potential

We believe in fostering leaders from within. As a Remote Risk Analyst, you’ll be positioned to step into expanded leadership roles, including Senior Risk Analyst, Risk Strategy Consultant, or Risk and Compliance Manager. We offer structured mentorship, sponsored certification programs, and access to curated learning platforms.

Growth Opportunities Include:

• Bi-annual internal mobility program for role advancement
• Leadership coaching and executive presence workshops
• Global peer networking and mastermind groups

Compensation & Benefits

You will receive an annual compensation of $103,579 that reflects the value and expertise you bring to the team. This is paired with a comprehensive benefits package designed to elevate your overall well-being and professional development.

Included Benefits:

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage
• Annual wellness stipend and mental health resources
• 401(k) with company matching
• Remote work allowance and equipment reimbursement
• Generous paid time off and remote-friendly holidays
• Paid volunteer time to support causes you care about

Why Join Us?

You’ll be joining a company where your work matters—not just to internal stakeholders, but to clients, partners, and communities. Our risk team plays a vital role in protecting and propelling the organization, with each analyst shaping real-world outcomes through their expertise.

Here, your contributions will be visible, your voice valued, and your future continuously invested in.

Call to Action: Let’s Shape the Future Together

Your next opportunity to make a measurable impact is right here. If you're a passionate risk professional ready to contribute meaningfully while enjoying the flexibility of remote work, we invite you to take the next step.

Apply today and become part of a team that values precision, growth, and innovation.