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Venerable

AVP Risk Strategist

West Chester, PA · On-site

$115K - $148K/yr

This new Risk Strategist role will be regarded as subject matter expert with respect to capital markets activities that include equities, fixed income, and derivatives. In addition to providing ...

Stripe

Risk Strategist, Onboarding & Compliance

Chicago, IL · On-site +1

$125K - $161K/yr

About the team The Onboarding and Compliance Risk Strategy team serves as a key risk management function that partners with product, engineering, and cross-functional teams to bring products to ...

Highmark Health

Senior Risk Strategy Analyst

As senior members of the Enterprise Risk Strategy Department, this role supports stakeholders by providing objective risk analysis through a quantitative process that links risks to the enterprise ...

USAA

Senior Analyst, Credit Risk Strategy

Plano, TX · On-site

You will own operational and compliance risk inherent in credit strategy. Additionally, you will track and monitor credit strategy performance as well as external factors impacting the credit risk ...

USAA

Senior Analyst, Credit Risk Strategy

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

You will own operational and compliance risk inherent in credit strategy. Additionally, you will track and monitor credit strategy performance as well as external factors impacting the credit risk ...

USAA

Senior Analyst, Credit Risk Strategy

Tampa, FL · On-site

You will own operational and compliance risk inherent in credit strategy. Additionally, you will track and monitor credit strategy performance as well as external factors impacting the credit risk ...

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As of Aug 30, 2026, the average yearly pay for risk strategist in the United States is $139,867.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $121,500.00 and $157,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Risk Strategist assesses potential risks that could impact a company’s financial health, operations, or reputation. They analyze data, market trends, and internal processes to develop strategies that mitigate risks while ensuring business growth. Their role often involves working with stakeholders to create risk management frameworks, policies, and contingency plans. By proactively identifying and addressing risks, they help organizations make informed decisions and maintain stability in uncertain environments.

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To thrive as a Risk Strategist, you need strong analytical abilities, deep understanding of risk management frameworks, and a relevant bachelor's degree in finance, business, or a related field. Familiarity with risk analysis tools like Monte Carlo simulations, risk assessment software, and certifications such as FRM (Financial Risk Manager) are often required. Excellent communication, problem-solving, and strategic thinking skills set top candidates apart in this position. These competencies are vital for accurately identifying potential risks and designing effective mitigation strategies that protect and advance organizational goals.

What does a typical workday look like for a risk strategist?

A typical day for a Risk Strategist involves assessing potential risks to the organization by analyzing data, running risk models, and reviewing current processes. You'll collaborate frequently with departments like compliance, operations, finance, and senior leadership to discuss findings and propose solutions. Expect to attend meetings to present risk assessments, work on developing or updating risk policies, and monitor the effectiveness of existing risk controls. The fast-paced environment often requires flexibility and the ability to respond quickly to emerging threats or regulatory changes. This role provides a dynamic mix of independent research and cross-functional teamwork.

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AVP Risk Strategist

Venerable Insurance and Annuity Company

West Chester, PA • On-site

$115K - $148K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 17 days ago

Job description

This new Risk Strategist role will be regarded as subject matter expert with respect to capital markets activities that include equities, fixed income, and derivatives. In addition to providing leadership and strategic input into Venerable's hedging and investing activities, the incumbent will lead projects that contribute to the company's strategic growth initiatives. You will also provide creative vision and drive innovation and act as strategic advisor to senior management on capital markets-related challenges.Primary responsibilities will be as follows:
  • Partner with teams across the organization to understand, implement, monitor and explain complex hedging and investing strategies designed to mitigate market risks deriving primarily from insurance liabilities.
  • Drive strategic projects and key participant in growth initiatives, including reinsurance deals and other business acquisitions.
  • Exhibit thought leadership, influence and consensus building by effectively communicating to Senior management and/or investors and managing the expectations and priorities of multiple stakeholders.
  • Act as a strong advocate to adopt best practices in terms of quantitative analytics needed within the team and across other teams.
  • Contribute to infrastructure development of quantitative tools to conduct research and support hedging and investing activities across the organization. Serve as an innovator on theoretical valuation methodologies and models for various financial instruments.
  • Create frameworks to help teams make sound decisions under pressure in a dynamic fast paced environment.
  • Manage relationships with banks and/or vendors and maintain continuous dialogue to proactively identify areas of support and partnership.
  • Attract, develop, and retain quantitative and/or actuarial talent with a vision to meet current and future needs of the company.
Key Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in a Quantitative field, preference towards advanced degrees (Master's or PhD in a Quantitative field)
  • 7+ years of progressive experience in the financial services industry with exposure to capital markets
  • Expert level knowledge in a wide array of capabilities like derivatives trading, investment portfolios, risk management, derivatives modeling, strategy development & execution, technology, etc.
  • Entrepreneurial spirit with the ability to seek out change, push forward abstract ideas, change focus quickly, balance multiple priorities, and see projects through to the end.
  • Strong quantitative/analytic reasoning and problem-solving abilities. Understanding of how to apply numerical methods to business problems. Curve-fitting, Optimization, Root-Finding Algorithms, Interpolation, Statistics, etc.
  • Ownership mindset with the ability to influence and drive change by building consensus among senior leadership for strategic decisions.
  • Strong communication skills (verbal and writing) to convey complex ideas in a simple manner
  • Ability to focus on "big picture" view while diving into details
  • Strong computer programming experience in C#, C++, Python, Java, etc
  • Understanding of insurance products and capital market liabilities embedded therein (particularly VA) would be beneficial

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Venerable Values:

Every position at Venerable has responsibility for living out the company's values as described here:

We are Courageous - We think critically, ask "why?" and seek out creative solutions.

We are Curious - We take calculated risks, learn from out failures, and challenge traditional ways of thinking.

We are Connected- We are connected to each other, our customers and our community.

Please note: The use of AI tools (such as ChatGPT or similar platforms) during interviews is not permitted without the prior approval of Venerable, as the use of such tools may interfere with company confidentiality, misrepresent a candidate's skills and experience or otherwise conflict with Venerable's hiring policies. If you are selected for an interview and a reasonable accommodation is needed, please notify the Venerable Human Resources recruiter aligned to the open position in which you are interviewing for.

If Venerable, in its sole discretion, determines that AI is being used during an interview without prior approval, Venerable reserves the right to end the interview early and/or disqualify a candidate.

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