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How much do deputy chief risk officer jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for deputy chief risk officer in the United States is $99,338.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $66,500.00 and $128,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the main responsibilities of a Deputy Chief Risk Officer?

A Deputy Chief Risk Officer (Deputy CRO) assists in managing and overseeing an organization’s risk management framework. They support the Chief Risk Officer in identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks that could impact the business, ranging from financial risks to operational and compliance risks. Deputy CROs help develop risk policies, ensure regulatory compliance, and coordinate with various departments to promote a risk-aware culture. They also play a crucial role in crisis management and in reporting risk exposures to senior leadership.

What are some common challenges faced by a Deputy Chief Risk Officer when aligning risk management strategies across multiple departments?

A Deputy Chief Risk Officer often encounters challenges in ensuring that risk management strategies are consistently applied across diverse departments, each with its own priorities and risk tolerances. Coordinating communication and fostering a risk-aware culture can be complex, especially in large organizations. It requires strong collaboration skills, as the role involves working closely with department heads to align policies, resolve conflicts, and implement standardized risk assessment practices. Staying updated on regulatory changes and adapting strategies accordingly is also crucial to maintaining organizational resilience.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Deputy Chief Risk Officer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Deputy Chief Risk Officer, you need deep expertise in risk management, financial analysis, regulatory compliance, and typically a degree in finance, economics, or a related field. Familiarity with risk assessment software, enterprise risk management (ERM) systems, and certifications like FRM or PRM are highly valued. Strong leadership, strategic thinking, and excellent communication skills help in guiding teams and influencing organizational risk culture. These skills and qualifications are crucial for proactively identifying and mitigating risks to ensure the organization's stability and regulatory compliance.

What is the difference between Deputy Chief Risk Officer vs Risk Manager?

AspectDeputy Chief Risk OfficerRisk Manager
ResponsibilitiesSupports the CRO, oversees risk policies, manages risk teams, and assists in strategic risk planning.Identifies, assesses, and mitigates risks within specific departments or projects.
QualificationsTypically requires advanced degrees, professional risk certifications (e.g., FRM, CRM), and extensive experience.Requires relevant risk management experience, certifications, and a solid understanding of industry risks.
Work EnvironmentPart of senior management, involved in strategic decision-making, often in financial or corporate sectors.Operational role, often within specific departments, focusing on day-to-day risk mitigation.

The Deputy Chief Risk Officer plays a strategic, leadership role supporting the CRO in managing enterprise-wide risks, while the Risk Manager focuses on operational risk assessment and mitigation within specific areas. Both roles require risk management expertise and certifications, but differ in scope and seniority.

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Infographic showing various Deputy Chief Risk Officer job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 89% Full Time, and 11% Part Time. Highlights an 89% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $99,338 per year, or $47.8 per hour.
Deputy Chief Financial Officer

Deputy Chief Financial Officer

L.A. Care Health Plan

Los Angeles, CA

$401K - $505K/yr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 23 days ago


L.A. Care Health Plan rating

9.1

Company rating: 9.1 out of 10

Based on 7 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

23rd of 260 rated insurance


Job description

Salary Range:  $297,088.00 (Min.) - $401,068.00 (Mid.) - $505,049.00 (Max.)

Established in 1997, L.A. Care Health Plan is an independent public agency created by the state of California to provide health coverage to low-income Los Angeles County residents. We are the nation's largest publicly operated health plan. Serving more than 2 million members, we make sure our members get the right care at the right place at the right time.
Mission: L.A. Care's mission is to provide access to quality health care for Los Angeles County's vulnerable and low-income communities and residents and to support the safety net required to achieve that purpose.
 

Job Summary


The Deputy Chief Financial Officer (Deputy CFO) serves as a strategic and operational finance executive responsible for driving financial performance, operational excellence and long-term financial sustainability for L.A. Care health plan. The Deputy CFO reports to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and serves as a key strategic partner to the CFO, the Finance Leadership team, and the Senior Leadership Team (SLT), providing executive leadership over Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A), Procurement, and Medical Payment Systems and Services (MPSS). Moving beyond traditional financial reporting, the Deputy CFO drives forward-looking enterprise strategy through dynamic forecasting, comprehensive annual budgeting, cash management, financial performance metrics, business process improvement and strategic investment activities. Additionally, this role oversees the continued evolution of Procurement into a robust category management function. By ensuring the optimal allocation of capital and resources, the Deputy CFO drives financial alignment with L.A. Care's mission and long-term stewardship. The Deputy CFO is second in command and is responsible for providing leadership for cross-functional management in Finance Services.

Duties

Directs and elevates the FP&A function, leading the annual enterprise budgeting process, dynamic forecasting, and strategic capital allocation to support enterprise goals. Translates complex financial data into actionable insights for executive leadership and operational stakeholders.

Directs all aspects of the treasury function. Ensure all investments are protected & in accordance with L.A. Care investment policies & in complete compliance with California Government.

Oversees daily cash management and investment activities, optimizing liquidity and maximizing returns within the organization's approved risk frameworks.

Provides executive oversight for Procurement, driving a strategic category management approach to vendor partnerships, sourcing, and enterprise-wide spend optimization.

Directs the MPSS function, ensuring operational excellence, efficient resource utilization, and alignment with overarching organizational objectives.

Partners with the CFO and SLT to shape financial strategy, translating complex data into actionable, forward-looking business insights for all operating segments and product lines.

Supports the CFO in preparing and presenting enterprise-wide financial models, projections, investment strategies, and operational initiatives to the Board of Governors and the SLT.

In collaboration with the CFO, the Deputy CFO represents L.A. Care in California Department of Health Care Services (DHCS) workgroup meetings as assigned.  Works with other Local Initiatives and County Organized Health Plans on applicable legislative and/or industry issues. Evaluates the financial impact of DHCS rate developments and legislative changes, integrating these variables into long-term financial forecasts and enterprise planning.

Maintains collaborative relationships with regulatory agencies and governmental entities to support compliance, reporting obligations, and enterprise readiness.

Cultivates a high-performing culture by managing departmental structures, optimizing spans to ensure the right number of direct reports for effective leadership, and championing staff development.

Navigates a highly matrixed organization to build strong, collaborative relationships with internal departments, external stakeholders, and regulatory bodies.

Assesses the financial implications of state and federal reimbursement changes, including major healthcare rate developments, and incorporates them into long-range financial forecasting.

Partners with the CFO prepare and deliver reports, briefings, and strategic recommendations to the Board, senior leadership teams and governance committees.

Provides overall strategic support for Finance Services and performs other duties as assigned.

Education Required
Bachelor's Degree in Finance or Related Field
In lieu of degree, equivalent education and/or experience may be considered.
Education Preferred
Master's Degree in Business Administration or Related Field
Experience

Required:

At least 10 years of experience in high level financial management.

At least 10 years of supervisory/management experience.

Must be an experienced manager of people and relish taking on and achieving success on challenging work in a complex company structure.

Experience with outside regulators, governmental entities, etc.

Prior experience working with government and other regulatory-like agencies.

Preferred:

Experience with Medi-Cal, Medicare Advantage, Covered CA, or Medicaid Managed care.

Experience supporting Board committees and executive governance structures.

Skills


Required:
Strong organizational leadership, administration, analytical, negotiation and financial management skills.

Strong leadership skills and the ability to build effective working relationships internally and externally.

Excellent communication skills, negotiating skills, consensus building, analytic ability, planning and implementation skills. 

Ability to work effectively within a matrix environment, influencing and leading others without a direct reporting relationship.

Licenses/Certifications Preferred
Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
Physical Requirements
Light

Salary Range Disclaimer: The expected pay range is based on many factors such as geography, experience, education, and the market.  The range is subject to change.

L.A. Care offers a wide range of benefits including

  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Retirement Plans
  • Medical, Dental and Vision
  • Wellness Program
  • Volunteer Time Off (VTO)