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What are some typical challenges faced by entry-level risk professionals, and how can they effectively overcome them?

Entry-level risk professionals often face the challenge of quickly understanding complex regulatory frameworks and internal risk management processes. Navigating large sets of data and learning to identify key risk indicators can also be daunting. To overcome these challenges, new hires should actively seek mentorship from experienced team members, participate in available training programs, and regularly review industry best practices. Building strong communication skills is also essential, as risk teams frequently collaborate with departments like compliance, audit, and operations.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Entry Level Risk Analyst, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Entry Level Risk Analyst, you typically need a bachelor's degree in finance, economics, statistics, or a related field, along with strong analytical and quantitative skills. Familiarity with risk assessment tools, Microsoft Excel, and data analysis software such as SAS or Python is highly valuable. Attention to detail, critical thinking, and effective communication are standout soft skills in this role. These competencies are essential for accurately identifying, evaluating, and communicating potential risks to help organizations make informed decisions.

What are entry level risk jobs?

Entry level risk jobs are positions designed for individuals who are new to the field of risk management, often recent graduates or those with minimal work experience. These roles typically involve assisting with the identification, assessment, and mitigation of risks within an organization, such as financial, operational, or compliance risks. Entry level risk professionals may work in industries like banking, insurance, or consulting and are often responsible for data analysis, preparing reports, and supporting senior risk analysts or managers. These roles provide foundational experience and training for advancing in a risk management career.
What are the most commonly searched types of Risk jobs in Illinois? The most popular types of Risk jobs in Illinois are:
EH&S Entry Level - Environmental Technician I

EH&S Entry Level - Environmental Technician I

J.S. Held LLC

Fairview Heights, IL • On-site

Full-time

PTO

This job post has expired 1 day ago. Applications are no longer accepted.


Job description

Company Description
Are you looking to join an organization that is growing and dynamic? What about a high-energy, collaborative environment that rewards hard work?
J.S. Held is a global consulting firm that combines technical, scientific, financial, and strategic expertise to advise clients seeking to realize value and mitigate risk. Our professionals serve as trusted advisors to organizations facing high stakes matters demanding urgent attention, staunch integrity, proven experience, clear-cut analysis, and an understanding of both tangible and intangible assets.
The firm provides a comprehensive suite of services, products, and data that enable clients to navigate complex, contentious, and often catastrophic situations.
Job Description
The Team and Job Summary
We are seeking an energetic and versatile Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S) Environmental Entry Level Consultant to join our Fairview Heights location. This unique role consist of an entry-level environmental technician. The ideal candidate will have a strong grasp of working with the team, environmental science principles, industrial hygiene, and occupational safety. Flexibility, strategic thinking, and advanced knowledge of Microsoft products are essential. Experience with Dynamics 365 is a plus. This position involves working closely with assisting field teams during high-volume periods. There is potential for national and international travel, though it is not a requirement.
Job Responsibilities
  • Environmental Consulting
    • Assist in conducting environmental assessments and field investigations.
    • Support the development and implementation of EH&S programs and policies.
    • Perform data collection, analysis, and reporting for environmental projects.
    • Collaborate with field teams on environmental monitoring and compliance activities.
    • Provide technical support and expertise in environmental science, industrial hygiene, and occupational safety.

Qualifications
Required Qualifications
  • Valid Driver's License

Preferred Qualifications
  • Excellent communication skills.
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
  • Experience with D365 is a plus.
  • Disciplined and organized with effective time management abilities.
  • Teamwork-oriented with strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
  • Ability to build and maintain a highly ethical reputation.
  • Knowledge of environmental science principles, industrial hygiene, and occupational safety.
  • Flexibility and strategic thinking to handle a variety of tasks.

Physical and Mental Job Qualifications
The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
  • Sitting limited to lunch, breaks and driving.
  • A number of duties performed on feet.
  • Walking may be back and forth all day long over terrains that range from flat to hilly, rough and slippery.
  • Able to carry equipment as much as 50 lbs unassisted.
  • Must be able to use hand and fingers to pick up objects, turn on regulators, insert earplugs, use hand tools.
  • Push or pull items.
  • Able to reach above head.
  • Able to bend at the knee.
  • Able to climb ladders to reach high areas or down into tanks or excavations.
  • Able to wear a self-contained breathing apparatus.
  • Able to squat kneel or crouch in confined spaces when necessary.
  • Must be able to hear warning signals from vehicles, radio transmissions, alarm bells, air leaks etc.
  • Able to taste and smell to detect warning properties of hazardous chemicals.
  • Able to detect burning sensations on skin etc.
  • Vision must be correctable to at least 20:40 with ability to distinguish colors with good depth perception and peripheral vision.

Additional Information
Some of the Benefits We Have Include
J.S. Held understands all our employees are people and sometimes life needs flexibility. We work to always provide an environment that best supports and suits our team's needs.
  • Our flexible work environment allows employees to work remotely, when needed
  • Generous PTO Policy

Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
By submitting your application, you acknowledge that you have read the J.S. Held Online Privacy Notice and hereby freely and unambiguously give informed consent to the collection, processing, use, and storage of your personal information as required and described therein. California residents can click here to learn more about the personal information we collect and here to learn about additional privacy rights that may be available.
Please explore what we're all about at www.jsheld.com.
EEO and Job Accommodations
We embrace diversity and our commitment to building a team and environment that fosters professional and personal enrichment is unwavering. We are greater when we are equal! J.S. Held is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to hiring a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin,
disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request for a reasonable accommodation, please email jobs@jsheld.com and include "Applicant Accommodation" within the subject line with your request and contact information.
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About J.S. Held

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Industry

Business management consulting

Company size

1,001 - 5,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Jericho, NY, US

Year founded

1974