Risk Consultant

Mutual of Omaha Insurance Co.; United States; Remote; USD 99,000 - 134,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Work-life balance

Annual bonus opportunity

Paid holidays

Job summary

Mutual of Omaha Insurance Co. is seeking a Risk Consultant to partner with business leaders across the organization to identify, assess, and manage risks that could impact the company’s success.

You’ll help embed strong risk practices into business processes while offering practical guidance on operational, financial, regulatory, and technology-related risks. In this highly visible role, you’ll collaborate with stakeholders at all levels to strengthen controls, improve processes, leverage data

Qualifications

• 3+ years in financial services, insurance, or related industry, including 2+ years in Enterprise Risk, Risk Management, Audit, Compliance, Actuarial, or similar function.
• Strong knowledge of risk management, internal controls, governance, and regulatory requirements.
• Proven ability to build relationships, influence stakeholders, and collaborate across all levels of an organization.

Responsibilities

• Identify, assess, monitor, and mitigate operational, financial, regulatory, technology, and strategic risks.
• Lead risk management activities within the company's GRC framework and support internal/external audits.
• Analyze risk data, trends, and KRIs; communicate findings clearly to leaders and stakeholders.
• Drive risk-related projects, process improvements, training initiatives, and automation opportunities.
• Monitor regulatory changes and industry developments to advise on compliance.

Skills

Risk management

Data analysis

Stakeholder management

Communication

Problem solving

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

As a Risk Consultant, you'll partner with business leaders across the organization to identify, assess, and manage risks that could impact the company's success. You'll help ensure strong risk management practices are embedded into business processes while providing practical guidance on operational, financial, strategic, regulatory, and technology-related risks.

In this highly visible role, you'll collaborate with stakeholders at all levels to strengthen controls, improve processes, leverage data and analytics, and help drive informed business decisions.

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU:

• Estimated Salary: $99,000 - $133,500, plus annual bonus opportunity.
• 401(k) plan with a 2% company contribution and 6% company match.
• Work-life balance with vacation, personal time and paid holidays. See our benefits and perks page for details.
• Applicants for this position must not now, nor at any point in the future, require sponsorship for employment.
  

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

• Partner with business leaders across the organization to identify, assess, monitor, and mitigate operational, financial, regulatory, technology, and strategic risks. Provide practical risk guidance that supports sound business decisions and organizational objectives.
• Lead and facilitate risk management activities, including risk assessments, control reviews, risk documentation, and oversight within the company's governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) framework. Support internal and external audits and help ensure effective risk management practices are in place.
• Analyze risk data, trends, and key risk indicators (KRIs) to identify emerging risks and recommend solutions. Communicate findings and improvement opportunities to leaders and stakeholders in a clear, actionable manner.
• Drive risk-related projects, process improvements, training initiatives, and automation opportunities that strengthen controls, improve efficiency, and promote a culture of risk awareness.
• Monitor industry developments, regulatory changes, and best practices to provide recommendations that help the organization effectively manage risk and remain compliant
  

WHAT YOU’LL BRING:

• 3+ years of experience in financial services, insurance, or a related industry, including 2+ years in Enterprise Risk, Risk Management, Audit, Compliance, Actuarial, or a similar function.
• Strong knowledge of risk management, internal controls, governance, and regulatory requirements. Ability to analyze data, identify trends, assess risks, and recommend practical solutions.
• Proven ability to build relationships, influence stakeholders, and collaborate effectively across all levels of an organization. Strong communication, presentation, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience managing multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment while driving results and continuous improvement.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and risk, compliance, or governance-related systems and tools.
• You promote a collaborative culture, value different ideas and opinions, and listen courageously, remaining curious in all that you do.
• Able to work remotely with access to a high-speed internet connection and located in the United States.
  

PREFERRED:

• Experience in the insurance or broader financial services industry, including familiarity with insurance, securities, or related regulatory environments.
• Professional certifications such as FRM, CFA, CIA, CISA, CRMA, or Operational Risk Management certification.
  

We value unique experience, skills, and passion for innovation.

If you have questions about your application or the hiring process, email our Talent Acquisition area at [e-mail]. Please allow at least one week from time of applying if you are checking on the status.