1

Political Risk Jobs in Texas (NOW HIRING)

The Digital Risk Analyst is part of Corporate Treasury - Credit & Risk Control. This role is ... status, political preference, marital status, citizenship, genetic information or other ...

Associate in Risk Management (ARM) preferred Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Behaviors ... Political Subdivision, e.g., Texas Tort and Claims Act,workers' compensation, LHWCA, Jones Act ...

... risk management. * Familiarity with election law, campaign finance law, voter engagement programs, political communications, or campaign operations. * Experience supporting mergers, acquisitions ...

Escalate highly complex, novel, or high-risk coverage issues to senior specialists and leadership as appropriate. * The Complex Litigation Analyst does not adjust, assess, or issue payment on claims.

TxDOT Project Manager

Midland, TX · On-site

$80K - $120K/yr

Demonstrated strengths in project leadership, stakeholder communication, risk mitigation, schedule ... navigating political and regulatory environments, and serving as a trusted steward of public ...

next page

Showing results 1-20

Political Risk information

See Texas salary details

$13

$28

$68

How much do political risk jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for political risk in Texas is $28.26, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.12 and $36.06 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Political Risk Analyst, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Political Risk Analyst, you need expertise in international relations, political science, and economics, often supported by a relevant degree or advanced education. Familiarity with data analysis tools, geopolitical databases, and research platforms like Factiva or LexisNexis is typically required. Strong analytical thinking, clear communication, and cultural awareness set top performers apart in this field. These skills are essential for accurately assessing global risks and providing actionable insights to help organizations make informed strategic decisions.

What is the difference between Political Risk vs Compliance Analyst?

AspectPolitical RiskCompliance Analyst
Required CredentialsDegree in Political Science, International Relations, or related fieldsDegree in Law, Business, or Finance
Work EnvironmentRisk assessment firms, multinational corporations, consultingFinancial institutions, corporations, regulatory agencies
Employer & Industry UsageUsed in risk management, insurance, consultingUsed in finance, banking, corporate compliance

Political Risk and Compliance Analyst roles share some credentials but differ in focus. Political Risk involves assessing geopolitical threats, while Compliance Analysts ensure adherence to laws and regulations. Both roles are vital in global business environments but serve distinct functions.

What is political risk and what does a political risk analyst do?

Political risk refers to the likelihood that political decisions, events, or instability in a country will affect the business environment or investment outcomes. A political risk analyst evaluates these risks by monitoring global political developments, conducting research, and providing reports and forecasts to help organizations make informed decisions. Their work may involve analyzing government stability, regulatory changes, conflict, or elections to assess how these factors might impact markets, investments, or operations abroad.

What are the main challenges faced by professionals working in political risk analysis, and how can they effectively address them?

Professionals in political risk analysis often face challenges such as rapidly changing global events, limited access to reliable information, and the complexity of assessing multiple geopolitical factors simultaneously. Staying updated through trusted news sources, building a strong network of regional experts, and using analytical frameworks can help address these challenges. Collaboration with colleagues in economics, security, and legal teams is also essential, as it provides a broader perspective and more robust risk assessments.
Infographic showing various Political Risk job openings in Texas as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 50% Full Time, 40% Part Time, 5% Temporary, 2% Contract, and 3% Nights. Highlights an 86% In-person, and 14% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $58,787 per year, or $28.3 per hour.
Risk Control Digital Analyst

Risk Control Digital Analyst

Chevron

Houston, TX • Hybrid

Full-time

Posted 12 days ago


Chevron rating

6.0

Company rating: 6.0 out of 10

Based on 213 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

57th of 74 rated oil and gas companies


Job description

Total Number of Openings

1Manages the company's finance risk management strategy (interest rate, commodities).
Supports major customers/clients and leads projects of medium scope and complexity under limited supervision. Detailed knowledge of most aspects of the work function.

The Digital Risk Analyst is part of Corporate Treasury - Credit & Risk Control. This role is responsible for providing strategic and effective market risk management and commodity-based risk controls while enhancing risk insights through digital capabilities. The position plays a key role in identifying, measuring, analyzing, and reporting the risk and performance of Supply & Trading (S&T), while supporting a strong control environment and driving digital innovation across risk processes.

This role is co-located with the S&T business to provide independent market risk oversight and analytics, including daily risk reporting, Value-at-Risk (VaR) modeling, and exposure monitoring for commodity transactions. In addition, the Digital Risk Analyst leads efforts to enhance data visibility, reporting efficiency, and decision-making through automation, advanced analytics, and data visualization solutions.

The position partners closely with trading, IT, and global risk teams and provides high visibility to senior management on risk exposures, risk limits, and mitigation actions.

Key Considerations
  • Opportunity to develop as both a market risk subject matter expert and a digital innovation leader

  • High exposure to global trading activities and senior leadership

  • Strong focus on continuous learning, development, and career growth

  • Work schedule: full-time with alternative work schedules (e.g. 9/80 compressed workweek with alternate Mondays or Fridays off). Hybrid work schedule is available with 4 days in office (Mo-Th), 1 day remote (Fr).

Responsibilities for this position include but are not limited to:
  • Provide independent risk control oversight to ensure timely, accurate, and transparent reporting of market risk exposures

  • Perform daily risk reporting across trading portfolios, including monitoring of P&L, exposures, and VaR against authorized limits

  • Analyze key drivers of P&L and exposure across a wide range of commodity trading activities

  • Evaluate and model risk profiles using scenario analysis, stress testing, and VaR methodologies

  • Ensure adherence to risk policies and limits; escalate breaches and recommend mitigation strategies

  • Serve as a market risk advisor to trading teams, providing insights on risk implications of positions and strategies

  • Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders (trading, IT, compliance) to improve risk frameworks and processes

  • Digital & Analytics Responsibilities

  • Design and implement interactive dashboards and visualizations to enhance market risk transparency and insights

  • Develop and deploy automation solutions to streamline reporting and reduce manual processes

  • Apply data analytics, transformation, and modeling techniques to support risk reporting and decision-making

  • Leverage tools such as Power BI, Power Automate, Power Apps, SQL, and Python to improve data accessibility and usability

  • Partner with IT and business teams to enhance system integration, data quality, and digital capabilities

  • Drive continuous improvement of risk reporting processes through innovation and simplification

  • Act as a subject matter expert and mentor for digital tools and analytics within the risk organization

Required Skills and Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Statistics, Engineering, or equivalent experience

  • Relevant experience in market risk management, commodity trading, or financial analysis

  • Strong understanding of commodity markets, trading lifecycle, and risk metrics (e.g., VaR, P&L, exposure)

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with ability to interpret complex datasets

  • Experience with data analysis and programming tools (e.g., Excel, SQL, Python, or similar)

  • Ability to communicate complex risk concepts clearly and effectively to stakeholders

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with energy trading and risk management systems (e.g., Endur, RightAngle)

Proficiency with data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau)

Experience with automation and workflow tools (e.g., Power Platform)

Familiarity with global commodity markets, including crude, natural gas, or refined products

Experience driving digital transformation or process improvement initiatives

Relocation will be considered.

Expatriates will not be considered.

U.S. Regulatory notice:

Chevron is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin or ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, medical condition, reproductive health decision-making, military or veteran status, political preference, marital status, citizenship, genetic information or other characteristics protected by applicable law.

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation, please email us at emplymnt@chevron.com.

Chevron participates in E-Verify in certain locations as required by law.


What Chevron employees say

Pay

Benefits

Hours and flexibility

Workplace

Get the full story on Breakroom


Chevron logo

About Chevron

Sourced by ZipRecruiter

Chevron is one of the world's leading integrated energy companies. We believe affordable, reliable and ever-cleaner energy is essential to achieving a more prosperous and sustainable world. Chevron produces crude oil and natural gas; manufactures transportation fuels, lubricants, petrochemicals and additives; and develops technologies that enhance our business and the industry. We are focused on lowering the carbon intensity in our operations and seeking to grow lower carbon businesses along with our traditional business lines. More information about Chevron is available at www.chevron.com.

Industry

Oil and coal products manufacturing, civic and social organizations and oil and gas extraction

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

San Ramon, CA, US

Social media