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How much do contractual counterparty risk analyst jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 15, 2026, the average yearly pay for contractual counterparty risk analyst in the United States is $86,688.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $56,500.00 and $100,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a contractual counterparty risk analyst do?

A Contractual Counterparty Risk Analyst is responsible for assessing and managing the risks associated with entering into contracts and agreements with other partiesβ€”known as counterparties. Their main tasks include analyzing the financial stability and creditworthiness of counterparties, reviewing contract terms, and recommending risk mitigation strategies. They work closely with legal, compliance, and business teams to ensure that contractual obligations do not expose the organization to unnecessary financial or reputational risks. By identifying and monitoring potential risks, they help protect the company from losses due to counterparty defaults or breaches.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a contractual counterparty risk analyst?

To thrive as a Contractual Counterparty Risk Analyst, you need a strong understanding of financial risk assessment, contract analysis, and regulatory frameworks, often supported by a degree in finance, economics, or a related field. Familiarity with risk management software, data analytics tools like Excel or SQL, and knowledge of industry regulations such as Basel III or Dodd-Frank are typically required. Excellent analytical thinking, attention to detail, and effective communication skills help you interpret complex agreements and collaborate with stakeholders. These competencies are crucial for identifying, evaluating, and mitigating counterparty risks, thereby protecting the organization's financial interests.

How does a contractual counterparty risk analyst typically collaborate with legal and trading teams to assess risk exposure?

As a Contractual Counterparty Risk Analyst, you will frequently work alongside legal and trading teams to evaluate the risk profiles of counterparties and ensure contracts are structured to mitigate potential losses. This collaboration often involves reviewing legal documentation, analyzing creditworthiness, and providing input on risk terms before agreements are finalized. Effective communication and a solid understanding of both financial instruments and legal frameworks are essential. You'll contribute to regular meetings and reporting cycles, ensuring all parties are aligned on risk assessments and mitigation strategies.

What is the difference between Contractual Counterparty Risk Analyst vs Credit Risk Analyst?

AspectContractual Counterparty Risk AnalystCredit Risk Analyst
Primary FocusAssessing risks related to contractual obligations and counterparty agreementsEvaluating the creditworthiness of borrowers and debtors
CertificationsTypically CFA, FRM, or similar certificationsOften CFA, FRM, or credit-specific certifications
Work EnvironmentFinancial institutions, trading firms, or corporations managing contractual risksBanks, investment firms, or credit agencies analyzing credit profiles
Industry UsageCommon in banking, trading, and financial servicesWidely used in banking, asset management, and credit sectors

The Contractual Counterparty Risk Analyst focuses on contractual obligations and counterparty exposures, while the Credit Risk Analyst evaluates the creditworthiness of clients. Both roles require similar certifications and often work within financial institutions, but their core responsibilities differ in scope and focus.

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Infographic showing various Contractual Counterparty Risk Analyst job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 88% Full Time, 8% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 88% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $86,688 per year, or $41.7 per hour.

Senior Manager, US Counterparty Risk

Manhattan, NY β€’ On-site

Scotiabank
Banking and Credit IntermediationΒ β€’Β 10K+ employees

$3.5K/wk

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Please be advised that our Careers site will be unavailable from November 28 at 12am ET to November 29 12am ET for scheduled system maintenance. Title: Senior Manager, US Counterparty Risk

Requisition ID: 270621

Employee Referral Program – Potential Reward:$3,500.00

Salary Range:120,900.00-231,400.00

Please note that the Salary Range shown is a guideline only. Salary offered may vary based on factors, including, but not limited to, the successful candidate’s relevant knowledge, skills, and experience.

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Global Banking and Markets

Global Banking and Markets (GBM) is a leading Canadian Capital Markets and Investment Banking business with a growing platform in the US and Latin America, operating globally for over 100 years. Scotiabank’s strong U.S. presence provides our clients an important bridge to this key global market for trade and investment flows across the Americas and the world.
Global Banking & Markets provides a full range of investment banking, credit and risk management products and services relevant to the financing and strategic development needs of our clients. Our products include debt and equity financing, mergers & acquisitions, corporate banking, institutional equity sales, trading and research, fixed income products, derivatives, energy, foreign exchange and precious & metals. We also cross-sell the full range of wholesale products and services offered by the Scotiabank Group.
Be part of an innovative, Global Capital Markets and Investment Banking business with a unique geographic footprint that puts capital to work for our clients across industries! We work together to drive ambition for every future!

Purpose

The role will oversee all aspects of Counterparty Credit Risk (β€œCCR”) emanating from Scotia Capital (U.S.A.) Inc. (β€œSCUSA”) and Scotia Bank U.S. (β€œSBUS”). Take a leadership role in partnering with Global Banking and Markets (GBM) to ensure sound risk management practices are observed in CCR as it pertains to U.S. booked and managed activity.

Accountability
  • Oversee daily and periodic CCR reporting for SCUSA, SBUS, and covered entities, including risk appetite metrics, facility- and counterparty-level Potential Future Exposure (β€œPFE”), stress breaches, Futures Commission Merchant (β€œFCM”) deliverables, and month-end and quarter-end reporting requirements.
  • Lead review, approval, and communication of credit risk exposures across Repo, Securities-Based Lending, Prime Services, and OTC derivatives, including exposure trends, utilization changes, concentration risks, and limit or stress breaches.
  • Assess stress scenarios, tail risks, PFE and stress testing models, and related assumptions, limitations, and weaknesses to support proactive portfolio risk identification.
  • Partner with trading groups, system owners, data providers, and CMR to address emerging risk-taking activity, improve reporting timeliness and accuracy, and support review of margin exception requests.
  • Strengthen CCR reporting infrastructure by understanding data and technology flows, enhancing Power BI dashboards and reporting tools, and overseeing production and risk system enhancements that improve controls and efficiency.
  • Support governance, internal audit, and regulatory activities, including FRB requests, remediation of findings, RCSA and CRCA processes, and Clausematch updates for policies, procedures, and frameworks.
  • Promote a high-performance, inclusive team environment through clear communication, succession planning, and talent development.
Reporting Relationships

Primary Manager: Director, Head of U.S. Counterparty Credit Risk,US Risk Management, SCUSA
Direct Reports: N/A
Shared Reports: N/A

Education / Experience / Other Information

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree or foreign equivalent in Finance, Mathematics or statistics, or a related field and four (4) years of progressively responsible experience in the job offered or related occupation: preferred analyzing large sets of unclean data with bash, Python, and C++; optimizing risk report generation system using various software engineering tools; utilizing knowledge of quantitative finance for mathematical modeling of financial risks; managing financial risk in market risk and counterparty credit risk; writing detailed process documentation of newly created systems and existing systems; liaising with different stakeholders from front to back office, to externals (auditors, regulators).

Working Conditions
  • Work in a standard office-based environment that includes hybrid arrangement; non-standard hours are a common occurrence. Limited travel domestically/internationally/globally.
Interested?

If your experience is closely related but doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification, we do encourage you to apply - you might be the right candidate for this or other roles at Scotiabank!

At Scotiabank, every employee is empowered to reach their fullest potential, respected for who they are and, embraced for their differences. That’s why we work to grow and diversify talent and engage employees in a performance-oriented culture.

What's in it for you?

Scotiabank wants you to be able to bring your best self to work – and life, every day. With a focus on holistic well-being, our many flexible benefit programs are designed to help support your unique family, financial, physical, mental, and social health needs.

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