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Senior FBO Analyst

Houston, TX · On-site

$60K - $80K/yr

Senior FBO AnalystLocation: Various (Remote/Hybrid) Department: Finance Reports To: Director of Financial Operations FLSA Status: ExemptObjectiveThe Senior FBO Accountant serves as an experienced ...

Senior Risk Engineer- Powergen

Houston, TX

$94K - $111K/yr

Analyze risk quality, identify loss drivers, and recommend mitigation strategies. * Support claims analysis and help drive risk improvement opportunities across the portfolio. What we're looking for:

Senior Risk Engineer- Powergen

Houston, TX · On-site

$125K - $176K/yr

Analyze risk quality, identify loss drivers, and recommend mitigation strategies. * Support claims analysis and help drive risk improvement opportunities across the portfolio. What we're looking for:

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How much do senior risk analyst jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 8, 2026, the average yearly pay for senior risk analyst in Houston, TX is $104,900.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $86,400.00 and $130,800.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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

To thrive as a Senior Risk Analyst, you need strong analytical skills, a solid grasp of risk assessment methodologies, and typically a degree in finance, economics, or a related field. Proficiency with risk management software, data analysis tools like Excel, and familiarity with regulatory frameworks such as Basel III or SOX is often required. Attention to detail, critical thinking, and effective communication are crucial soft skills for identifying, evaluating, and reporting risks. These competencies are vital for ensuring accurate risk identification and mitigation, supporting sound business decisions, and maintaining regulatory compliance.

How does a senior risk analyst typically collaborate with other departments to identify and mitigate risks?

Senior Risk Analysts regularly work with teams across the organization, such as compliance, finance, operations, and IT, to identify emerging risks and implement mitigation strategies. They often participate in cross-functional meetings, provide insights from data analysis, and help develop policies that address both regulatory requirements and business objectives. Building strong working relationships and communicating complex risk scenarios in an accessible way are key to ensuring coordinated risk management efforts. This collaborative approach not only helps in early detection of potential issues but also fosters a proactive risk culture within the company.

How much do senior risk analysts get paid?

Senior risk analysts typically earn a median annual salary between $80,000 and $120,000, depending on experience, industry, and location. They often require strong analytical skills and knowledge of risk management tools and regulations.

What is the difference between Senior Risk Analyst vs Risk Analyst?

AspectSenior Risk AnalystRisk Analyst
Required CredentialsBachelor's degree, often certifications like FRM or CRMBachelor's degree, some certifications like FRM or CRM
Work EnvironmentFinancial institutions, insurance companies, consulting firmsFinancial firms, corporations, government agencies
Employer & Industry UsageUsed across finance, insurance, and consulting sectorsCommon in finance, banking, and insurance industries

The main difference is that Senior Risk Analysts typically have more experience, advanced certifications, and handle more complex risk assessments. They often lead projects and mentor junior staff, whereas Risk Analysts focus on data collection, analysis, and supporting risk management processes.

What does a senior risk analyst do?

A senior risk analyst evaluates potential risks that could impact an organization’s financial health, operations, or reputation. They analyze data, develop risk mitigation strategies, and use tools like risk assessment software to inform decision-making. This role often requires strong analytical skills, industry knowledge, and relevant certifications such as FRM or CRM.
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Infographic showing various Senior Risk Analyst job openings in Houston, TX as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 85% Full Time, and 15% Contract. Highlights an 96% In-person, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $104,900 per year, or $50.4 per hour.

Senior Risk Engineering Consultant- Construction Casualty

Zurich Insurance Group

Houston, TX • On-site, Remote

Full-time

Re-posted 18 days ago


Job description

Zurich is currently looking for a Senior Construction Risk Engineering Consultant for the Casualty Lines of Business in our Southern region. This is a Remote work from home role. The preferred region is either middle to southern Texas , or also Eastern Tennessee, with additional consideration given to Northern Georgia and the western areas of both North and South Carolina. Travel may be required across these states within the designated territory. We would also like to see some experience with both Regulated and Non-Regulated Fleets and Data Center construction.

The position includes a company car, with expected travel of 30% to 50% of your time depending on business needs.

In this role as a Senior Construction Risk Engineering Consultant, you will be responsible for:

  • Adapting Zurich's Innovative Solutions to the Construction Industry with the objective of minimizing impacts to customer losses, and overall improvement of Sustainability & Business Resiliency at the Corporate Level.
  • Leveraging Zurich's risk engineering tools and services to improve customer risk and general account management of customers who purchase Zurich Construction Insurance products such as: Workers Compensation, General Liability and Auto Liability.
  • Delivering high quality construction consultative services for customers, including identifying exposures and program risk control gaps to form the basis of risk mitigation recommendations, investigation of cause/effect of major losses for hazard/safety management programs.
  • Developing and maintaining positive customer and business partner relationships and collaborate with both customers and business partners to develop appropriate service plans.
  • Marketing and selling a wide range of fee services to customers that support their risk mitigation efforts.
  • Producing advanced level presentations and delivering risk management training for customers and internal business partners.
  • Providing appropriate risk improvement advice, conduct loss investigations (including both trend and root cause analysis), and implement risk improvement programs.
  • Assisting customers with developing corporate and project specific QA/QC plans, safety plans, investigating construction defects when applicable, building envelope reviews and moisture mitigation identification.
  • Participate in Sales Team meetings and presentations to brokers and customers while contributing to fee income sales through opportunity spotting and cross-selling.

Final candidates will also be subject to a Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) background check because this position will include a company car.

Basic Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree and 6 or more years of experience in the Construction Risk Engineering, Safety/ Risk Management, or Construction Field Operations.
    OR
  • High School Diploma or Equivalent and 8 or more years of experience in the Construction Risk Engineering, Safety/ Risk Management, or Construction Field Operations.
    AND
  • Experience working in a team environment

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Construction Safety/Risk preferrable with Project Management, and/or Superintendent experience- mid to senior level position.
  • Regulated and Non-Regulated Fleet Experience
  • Data Center construction experience
  • Large commercial construction experience with industrial, medical, and educational projects.
  • Advanced level knowledge of construction safety, operations, quality management and associated construction risks and exposures.
  • Professional certifications such as: CRIS, ARM, CHST, CSP, ASP, P.E. etc.
  • Have a high level of computer literacy and be proficient in Microsoft Office and IOS platforms.
  • Proficiency in technical writing to create customer and internal business partner work products.
  • Be experienced working in both independent and team environments.
  • Excellent interpersonal, communication and consulting skills with the ability to communicate and consult at both the corporate and project site levels effectively and professionally.
  • Leadership and involvement in extracurricular activities, organizations and/or community, public service, or similar activities.
  • Willingness to embrace the Zurich Basics, including our values of integrity, Sustainability, Customer Centricity, Excellence and Teamwork.

Your pay at Zurich is based on your role, location, skills, and experience. We follow local laws to ensure fair compensation. You may also be eligible for bonuses and merit increases. If your expectations are above the listed range, we still encourage you to apply-your unique background matters to us. The pay range shown is a national average and may vary by location. The proposed Salary range for this position is $100,200.00 - $164,100.00, with short-term incentive bonus eligibility set at 15%.

 

We offer competitive pay and comprehensive benefits for employees and their families. [Learn more about Total Rewards here.]

 

Why Zurich?

At Zurich, we value your ideas and experience. We offer growth, inclusion, and a supportive environment-so you can help shape the future of insurance. Zurich North America is a leader in risk management, with over 150 years of expertise and coverage across 25+ industries, including 90% of the Fortune 500.

Join us for a brighter future-for yourself and our customers.

Zurich in North America does not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, age, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, pregnancy or other characteristics protected by applicable law. Equal Opportunity Employer disability/vets.

Zurich complies with 18 U.S. Code 1033.

 

Please note: Zurich does not accept unsolicited CVs from agencies. Preferred vendors should use our Recruiting Agency Portal.

Location(s): AM - South Carolina Virt. Office, AM - Charlotte, AM - Georgia Virtual Office, AM - Houston, AM - North Carolina Virt. Office, AM - Raleigh, AM - San Antonio, AM - Tennessee Virtual Office, AM - Texas Virtual Office
Remote Working: Yes
Schedule: Full Time
Employment Sponsorship Offered: No  
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