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How much do senior risk manager jobs pay per year?

As of May 31, 2026, the average yearly pay for senior risk manager in California is $116,710.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $83,400.00 and $143,100.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a Senior Risk Manager do?

A Senior Risk Manager identifies, assesses, and mitigates potential risks that could impact an organization's financial health, operations, or reputation. They develop risk management strategies, ensure compliance with industry regulations, and collaborate with various departments to implement risk controls. Additionally, they analyze market trends and internal processes to proactively address potential threats. Their goal is to minimize risk exposure while supporting business objectives and long-term sustainability.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Senior Risk Manager position, and why are they important?

To excel as a Senior Risk Manager, you need strong analytical capabilities, a deep understanding of risk assessment methodologies, and a relevant degree such as finance, economics, or business administration. Familiarity with risk modeling software, governance frameworks (like COSO or ISO 31000), and industry certifications such as FRM or CRM are highly valued. Exceptional communication, leadership, and decision-making skills help distinguish top performers in this role. These abilities are essential for effectively identifying, evaluating, and mitigating potential risks while supporting organizational objectives.

What does a typical day look like for a Senior Risk Manager?

A Senior Risk Manager’s day often includes analyzing complex data to assess potential financial, operational, or strategic risks and developing mitigation strategies accordingly. You’ll regularly collaborate with business leaders across departments, provide expert advice during project planning, and prepare detailed risk reports for executive management or compliance committees. Additionally, you may oversee junior risk team members, guide audit processes, and participate in risk review meetings. This role offers dynamic daily challenges that require both independent analysis and team-oriented communication, making it ideal for those who enjoy both strategic thinking and hands-on collaboration.

How much do senior risk managers make?

Senior risk managers typically earn between $90,000 and $150,000 annually, depending on experience, industry, and location. They often hold certifications such as FRM or CRM and work in financial services, insurance, or corporate risk departments.
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Infographic showing various Senior Risk Manager job openings in California as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 86% Full Time, 7% Part Time, 3% Temporary, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 88% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $116,710 per year, or $56.1 per hour.

Sr Risk Management Associate

LendingClub Bank

San Francisco, CA • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Posted 17 days ago

Job description

Current Employees of LendingClub: Please apply via your internal Workday Account
LendingClub (soon to be Happen Bank) is built around a simple purpose: to clear the way to help people turn intention into action, and action into financial progress. That means offering focused products, a frictionless mobile-first experience, and clear terms with no gotchas. Respect and fairness is part of our DNA, and that ideal shapes how we work, how we treat each other, and how we invest in our employees and our community. Join us in using data, bold thinking, and a commitment to innovation to help clear the way for millions of Americans to achieve more.
About the Role
As a Sr Risk Management Associate on the Marketplace team, you will own contract risk review and enforcement while serving as the liaison between the business unit and Legal, Risk, and Internal Audit functions. This role exists to ensure the Bank's Marketplace operates within the Bank's established risk appetite - catching issues early, driving remediation, and building a stronger risk culture across the team.
What You'll Do
  • Review and assess investor contracts to identify material risk exposures, flag gaps against risk appetite
  • Own contract enforcement activity - tracking obligations (standard and non-standard), identifying breaches, and coordinating remediation plans with relevant stakeholders
  • Act as the primary risk point of contact for the Marketplace business unit, ensuring risks are identified, escalated, managed, and closed in a timely manner
  • Represent the business unit during internal and external audits, supporting risk owners with documentation, evidence, and root cause analysis
  • Maintain policies, procedures, and standards relevant to Marketplace risk, working with appropriate committees for review and approval as necessary
  • Deliver regular reporting to Marketplace leadership on open risk issues, action plan status, and contract compliance posture
  • Identify opportunities to improve risk monitoring workflows, including the use of AI tools where appropriate, to increase accuracy, coverage, and efficiency
  • Look for opportunities to use AI tools to improve how you research, track, and organize risk-related work - and share what works with the team

About You
  • 2+ years of experience in risk management, compliance, or a related field within financial services
  • Hands-on experience with contract review and risk assessment - proficient in reading agreements, identifying where exposure lives, and applying appropriate mitigation strategies
  • Working familiarity with financial products and regulatory expectations in a lending or marketplace environment
  • You take ownership of your work and follow issues through to resolution - you don't hand things off and assume they're handled
  • You communicate clearly across levels - equally comfortable in a conversation with a business unit lead, or a regulator
  • You actively look for ways AI can improve your work - from accelerating analysis to thinking through problems from a different angle - and you're thoughtful about accuracy and data sensitivity when doing so
  • You're organized and detail-oriented, and you take tracking and documentation seriously rather than treating it as overhead

Nice to Have
  • Experience working with Salesforce, or similar Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) or contract management platforms
  • Experience to second-line risk functions and/or third-line audit support in a regulated financial environment
  • Familiarity with marketplace lending, fintech partnerships, and/or vendor risk management frameworks

Work Location
San Francisco
The above locations are eligible offices for this role. The locations have been determined to foster in-person collaboration with this role's team or the related business lines. We utilize a hybrid work model, and our teams are in-office Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. In-person attendance is essential for this role's success, and remote placement will not be considered. LendingClub offers relocation, based on actual job level.
Time Zone Requirements
Primarily PT
While the position will primarily work local hours, LendingClub is headquartered in Pacific Time and our ideal candidate will be flexible working across time zones when necessary.
Travel Requirements
As needed travel to LendingClub offices and/or other locations, as needed.
Compensation
The target base salary range for this position is 88,000-103,000. The base salary of the role will be determined by job-related knowledge, experience, education, skills, and location. Base salary is just one part of LendingClub's Total Rewards package. You may also be eligible for long-term awards (equity) and an annual bonus (which is based on company performance, employee performance and eligible earnings).
We're creating new financial services solutions for our members based on fairness, simplicity, and heart, and we treat our employees the same way. We offer a competitive benefits package that includes medical, dental and vision plans for employees and their families, 401(k) match, health and wellness programs, flexible time off policies for salaried employees, up to 16 weeks paid parental leave and more.
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LendingClub is an equal opportunity employer and dedicated to diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, reproductive health decisions, or related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, political views or activity, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We believe that a variety of perspectives will make our teams and business stronger as we work together to transform the traditional banking system.
We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in our job application process. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at interviewaccommodations@lendingclub.com.

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