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 OwnEnterprise 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.

RequirementsMust-Have QualificationsExperience

• 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 strategies.
• Track remediation progress and regulatory deadlines.

In short: You serve as the organization’s early-warning system—identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks before they impact the business.

Key Metrics for Success (KPIs)

• Timely and accurate risk reporting.
• Internal controls tested and validated on schedule.
• Early identification and mitigation of business risks.
• Zero missed regulatory or audit deadlines.
• High-quality executive reporting and dashboards.
• Positive audit outcomes and leadership confidence.

Why Join Us?

• Make a direct impact on enterprise risk strategy.
• Work closely with executive leadership and cross-functional teams.
• Influence governance, compliance, and operational resilience.
• Build scalable risk management frameworks.
• Fully remote role with long-term growth opportunities.
• Clear career progression into:
• Senior Risk Manager
• Enterprise Risk Lead
• Director of Risk & Compliance
• Chief Risk Officer (CRO)

Interview Process

Application Review

Spark Hire Intro Video (3–5 minutes)

Recruiter Interview

Practical Assessment (Risk Analysis & Recommendations)

Client Interview

Offer & Background Verification

What Happens After You Apply

Right after you apply, you’ll receive an email invitation from Spark Hire to record your Intro Video. This short, self-recorded video is the final step that completes your application and can be recorded whenever it’s convenient for you.