Risk Manager

Medpace; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work environment

Competitive PTO packages

Competitive compensation and benefits package

Company-sponsored employee appreciation events

Employee health and wellness initiatives

Community involvement

Discounts on local sports games

On-site fitness center

Structured career paths

Discounted tuition for UC online programs

Job summary

A leading clinical research organization is seeking a full-time Risk Manager in Cincinnati. The role involves monitoring credit exposure, developing analytics for risk evaluation, and supporting account management decisions. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's Degree in Finance or Business, with at least 3 years of credit/risk experience and strong analytical skills. This position offers competitive compensation and a flexible work environment as part of a dynamic team committed to improving patient lives.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of credit/risk experience.
• At least 5 years of overall professional experience.
• Prior management experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Monitor credit exposure in relation to company policies.
• Develop analytics for risk evaluation.
• Support account management in credit risk analysis.
• Review credit information and make credit limit decisions.

Skills

Analytical skills

Quantitative skills

Presentation skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Project management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Business or related field

MBA/CFA/CPA preferred

Job description

Our corporate activities are growing rapidly, and we are currently seeking a full-time, office-based Risk Manager to join our Commercial Operations team. This role is responsible for monitoring the credit exposure of our portfolio in relation to Company policies and guidelines. This includes developing analytics to assist in the identification and evaluation of all risks related to customer financials, working with Account Management and Treasury to obtain additional customer insight, and communicating credit exposure results to Executive management on a monthly basis.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate technical expertise in the area of credit risk.
• Provide direct support within the Account Management group in the evaluation and analysis of all customer credit risk.
• Reviews credit information and makes decisions related to credit limits and credit holds for existing customers while balancing business risk
• Analyze portfolio level information to identify and monitor key risk factors and develop proposed solutions. Escalates highest risk customers to Executive management
• Perform ad-hoc analysis of customer portfolios as necessary.
• Report and analyze characteristics of the Customer Credit in relation to policies, guidelines and processes.
• Establish close working relationships with the Account Management and Treasury functions, while maintaining independence/objectivity.
• Develop and/or evaluate various models used for setting credit ratings/scores
• Ability to access and query a multitude of databases and create and maintain data sets as appropriate.
• Identify and communicate potential policy and or operational improvements that will enhance credit quality.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Business or related field; MBA/CFA/CPA is preferred;
• At least 3 years of credit/risk experience with a minimum of 5 years overall professional experience;
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills;
• Experience in managing projects;
• Excellent presentation, communication, and interpersonal skills;
• Prior management experience preferred

Medpace Overview

Medpace is a full-service clinical contract research organization (CRO). We provide Phase I-IV clinical development services to the biotechnology, pharmaceutical and medical device industries. Our mission is to accelerate the global development of safe and effective medical therapeutics through its scientific and disciplined approach. We leverage local regulatory and therapeutic expertise across all major areas including oncology, cardiology, metabolic disease, endocrinology, central nervous system, anti-viral and anti-infective. Headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio, employing more than 5,000 people across 40+ countries.

Why Medpace?

People. Purpose. Passion. Make a Difference Tomorrow. Join Us Today. The work we’ve done over the past 30+ years has positively impacted the lives of countless patients and families who face hundreds of diseases across all key therapeutic areas. The work we do today will improve the lives of people living with illness and disease in the future.

Cincinnati Perks

• Cincinnati Campus Overview
• Flexible work environment
• Competitive PTO packages, starting at 20+ days
• Competitive compensation and benefits package
• Company-sponsored employee appreciation events
• Employee health and wellness initiatives
• Community involvement with local nonprofit organizations
• Discounts on local sports games, fitness gyms and attractions
• Modern, ecofriendly campus with an on-site fitness center
• Structured career paths with opportunities for professional growth
• Discounted tuition for UC online programs

Awards

• Named a Top Workplace in 2024 by The Cincinnati Enquirer
• Recognized by Forbes as one of America's Most Successful Midsize Companies in 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024
• Continually recognized with CRO Leadership Awards from Life Science Leader magazine based on expertise, quality, capabilities, reliability, and compatibility

What To Expect Next

A Medpace team member will review your qualifications and, if interested, you will be contacted with details for next steps.