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As of Sep 1, 2026, the average hourly pay for junior risk compliance analyst in Portland, OR is $34.06, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $24.47 and $37.45 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Junior Risk Compliance Analyst assists organizations in identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks related to regulatory compliance and internal policies. They support the creation and implementation of risk management procedures, monitor and report on compliance with laws and regulations, and help perform audits to ensure proper controls are in place. This entry-level role often involves collecting and analyzing data, preparing compliance documentation, and communicating findings to senior staff. By helping to ensure the organization meets legal and ethical standards, Junior Risk Compliance Analysts play a crucial role in reducing potential financial and reputational risks.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a junior risk compliance analyst?

To thrive as a Junior Risk Compliance Analyst, you need a solid understanding of regulatory compliance, risk assessment, and data analysis, usually supported by a degree in finance, business, or a related field. Familiarity with compliance management software, risk assessment tools, and knowledge of frameworks like SOX or ISO 27001 are commonly required. Strong attention to detail, analytical thinking, and effective communication skills help you excel in this role. These capabilities are crucial for accurately identifying risks, ensuring regulatory adherence, and supporting the organization’s overall risk management strategy.

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Junior Risk Compliance Analysts often encounter challenges such as navigating complex regulatory requirements and quickly learning company-specific compliance policies. Balancing multiple tasks—like monitoring transactions, preparing reports, and assisting with audits—can be demanding, especially when adapting to new compliance software or procedures. Collaborating with other departments, such as legal and operations, also requires honing communication skills and understanding how compliance supports broader business objectives. Supportive teams and ongoing training typically help new analysts overcome these hurdles.

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Infographic showing various Junior Risk Compliance Analyst job openings in Portland, OR as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 3% As Needed, 36% Full Time, 58% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 93% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $70,844 per year, or $34.1 per hour.

Junior Risk Analyst

Genesis Financial Solutions

Beaverton, OR • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 20 days ago

Job description

Company Description

Did you know that Genesis Financial Solutions, the leader and largest second-look private label credit business in the US, focused on providing a prime credit experience for consumers with less-than-perfect credit, is headquartered and growing (we've just hit One Billion Dollars originated!) right here in the Portland metro?

Did you know that we've spent the last 15 years building a stellar reputation in the consumer finance space by delivering financing products designed to address the needs of consumers with less-than-perfect credit histories at very competitive rates, simple terms, and exceptional customer service. We're focused on growth and need you to help us succeed!

Did you know that we offer really great benefits including free lunch provided by senior management as a thank you the first Wednesday of every month, weekly stretching classes, massage clinics, food carts onsite twice a week during the spring and summer months, retailer partner discounts, and the opportunity to collaborate with talented colleagues throughout the company?

If you think Genesis sounds like a great place to work, you're right! Even better, you can join our team as a Junior Risk Analyst today! This is a fulltime position with a competitive starting salary, plus benefits which include Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage for employees and dependents, a 401K with a company match that is 100% vested from enrollment date, paid time off, flexible spending accounts for dependent and/or medical care, tuition assistance, and much more.

Are you ready to be a part of an organization that challenges the status quo, is nimble, and whose core business is in rapid growth mode? Is your intellectual curiosity constantly in overdrive mode? Do you thrive on making sense out of data and developing strategies rooted in analytics? Interested in working with a dynamic and high-performing team? Excited about growing your career with a company that loves people who are passionate
about analyzing business performance and making data-driven decisions. If this sounds like you, we would love to hear from you.


Job Description

As our Junior Risk Analyst, you will:

  • Perform empirically derived analysis to understand business performance, identify improvement opportunities, and develop strategies and recommendations

  • Leverage your strong quantitative, critical thinking, and communication skills in all of your projects and assignments

  • Be accountable for the accurate construction and evaluation of data sets, graphs, and reports

  • Present your work regularly to your team and to stakeholders, and provide supporting evidence for your recommendations

  • Manage and manipulate large data sets using a variety of software packages

  • Recommend and evaluate test strategies with a focus on profitability and implementation

  • Analyze underwriting strategies and criteria and develop strategies to improve portfolio performance

  • Effectively communicate analytical approach, relevant findings, and recommendations with supporting evidence throughout the organization

  • Regularly audit all datasets, analysis and presentations for accuracy

  • Perform ad-hoc queries and create ad-hoc reports to support analysis

  • Interact with various business area managers on a regular basis

Qualifications

Requirements:

  • A Bachelor's degree in Economics, Business, Mathematics, Computer Science, MIS, or related
    field or equivalent experience

  • Excellent problem solver, disciplined attention to detail, great communicator

  • Strong ability to work proactively and collaboratively in a cross-functional team to drive results

  • Intermediate skills using Microsoft Excel

  • Strong quantitative skills and communication skills, both verbal and written

  • Self-starter with the ability to work independently or in a team

  • Ability to learn MS SQL Server (experience is preferred)

Additional Information

Ready to make the move to a new beginning with Genesis? Apply online today. We strive to contact qualified applicants within a week of submission. Unfortunately, we are currently unable to provide sponsorship for this position.

If this position isn't a match for you, we encourage you to share it with someone you think it might be suited for. Please feel free to connect with us via LinkedIn or to keep an eye on our website as we often have employment opportunities available.

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