Risk Analyst

Risk Analyst / Risk Manager – Remote
Enterprise Risk | Compliance | Governance | Financial & Operational Risk
Position Type:
Full-Time, Remote
Working Hours:
U.S. Client Business Hours (with flexibility for reporting cycles, audits, and incident response)
About the Role
At Pavago, we’re hiring on behalf of one of our clients for a
Risk Analyst / Risk Manager
to identify, assess, monitor, and mitigate financial, operational, compliance, and enterprise risks across the organization.
This is a high-impact role where you’ll help safeguard the business by developing risk frameworks, analyzing emerging threats, strengthening internal controls, and delivering actionable insights that support strategic decision-making.
You’ll work closely with Finance, Operations, Compliance, Legal, IT, and Executive Leadership to ensure the organization remains compliant, resilient, and prepared for evolving business risks.
If you’re analytical, detail-oriented, and enjoy translating complex risk data into practical business recommendations, this role is built for you.
What You’ll Own
Enterprise Risk Assessment
Conduct enterprise-wide risk assessments across:
Financial risk
Operational risk
Compliance risk
Market risk
Cybersecurity risk
Maintain and update:
Risk registers
Control matrices
Risk assessments
Remediation trackers
Identify emerging risks and prioritize mitigation activities.
Partner with business leaders to strengthen proactive risk management practices.
Risk Modeling & Analytics
Build and maintain quantitative risk models using:
SQL
Excel
Python
R
SAS
Perform:
Stress testing
Scenario analysis
Sensitivity analysis
Regression analysis
Monte Carlo simulations
Value at Risk (VaR) modeling
Analyze trends, anomalies, and key risk indicators (KRIs).
Deliver data-driven recommendations to leadership.
Compliance & Regulatory Oversight
Support compliance with applicable frameworks such as:
SOX
Basel III
Dodd-Frank
GDPR
HIPAA
PCI-DSS
Industry-specific regulations
Prepare quarterly and annual compliance reports.
Support internal and external audits.
Maintain audit-ready documentation and evidence.
Track remediation activities and regulatory deadlines.
Internal Controls & Governance
Test and evaluate internal controls.
Monitor incidents, exceptions, and risk events through Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC) platforms.
Support governance committees with reporting and documentation.
Partner with IT and Security teams on:
Cyber risk
Vendor risk
Operational resilience
Recommend improvements to governance processes and internal controls.
Reporting & Executive Communication
Build dashboards and reports using:
Power BI
Tableau
Looker
Excel
Present risk trends and mitigation recommendations to leadership.
Translate technical risk findings into clear business insights.
Maintain accurate documentation for executive reporting and audit purposes.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Work closely with:
Finance
Operations
Compliance
Legal
IT & Security
Executive Leadership
Embed risk awareness into business processes.
Support continuous improvement of enterprise risk management frameworks.
Requirements
Must-Have Qualifications
Experience
3+ years of experience in:
Risk Management
Enterprise Risk
Compliance
Audit
Governance
Experience working within regulated or compliance-driven environments.
Core Skills
Strong proficiency in:
SQL
Microsoft Excel
Data analysis
Experience using Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC) platforms such as:
Archer
ServiceNow
LogicManager
Or similar solutions
Strong understanding of:
Enterprise Risk Management (ERM)
Internal controls
Regulatory compliance
Experience creating executive dashboards and risk reports.
Excellent written and verbal English communication skills.
Nice to Have
Professional certifications such as:
FRM
CFA
CPA
CCEP
Experience with:
VaR
Monte Carlo simulations
Stress testing
Background in:
Financial Services
Healthcare
SaaS
Enterprise Technology
Experience supporting board reporting or executive governance committees.
Knowledge of:
Cyber risk
Vendor risk
Operational resilience
Experience using:
Tableau
Power BI
Looker
What Makes You a Strong Fit
Strong analytical and quantitative mindset.
Exceptional attention to detail.
Able to simplify complex risk concepts for business stakeholders.
Proactive in identifying issues before they become significant risks.
Strong balance of technical expertise and business judgment.
Comfortable managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Tools & Technologies
SQL
Microsoft Excel
Python
R
SAS
Power BI
Tableau
Looker
Archer
ServiceNow
LogicManager
Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) platforms
What a Typical Day Looks Like
Review dashboards for emerging operational, financial, or compliance risks.
Run quantitative risk analyses and stress tests.
Update risk registers and remediation trackers.
Test internal controls and validate governance processes.
Prepare executive reports and compliance documentation.
Collaborate with business teams to strengthen risk mitigation st