104 Risk Analyst jobs in Ireland

Company Intro

Booking Holdings (NASDAQ: BKNG) is the world's leading provider of online travel and related services, provided to consumers and local partners in more than 220 countries and territories through five primary consumer-facing brands: , Priceline, Agoda, KAYAK and OpenTable. The mission of Booking Holdings is to make it easier for everyone to experience the world. For more information, visit and follow us on X (formerly known as Twitter) @BookingHoldings.

Booking Holdings Financial Services (hereinafter "BHFS") provides financial services in the form of payment services and e-money products across all the brands. BHFS is committed to conducting its business in compliance with applicable laws, regulations and guidelines, with integrity and to the highest ethical standards

Job Summary

The Risk Analyst (RA) role sits within Risk in Second Line of Defense. The RA will report to the Operational Risk Manager and will be supporting the implementing and maintaining the Risk Management Framework in line with the company's strategy. The role is also responsible for supporting and challenging the BHFS business functions in the management of risk both internally and externally (outsourced services).

Key Responsibilities

This is a hire, suitable for risk professionals with a track record of delivering risk programmes, and proven technical expertise. A key component of the role will involve driving and maturing risk management practices across BHFS and promoting a proactive, risk-aware culture. This is a multi-faceted risk role which will encompass leading and executing against key areas in the risk management framework, including:

• Enhancing and driving the risk controls framework by collaborating with SMEs across all functions in BHFS and R&C colleagues across the Group, to ensure a smooth and efficient framework approach.
• Being an articulate communicator to maintain strong stakeholder management, foster collaboration and drive ownerships and accountabilities for risks across functions.
• Risk and Control Self-Assessments (RCSAs): supporting the RCSA programme and facilitating risk and control self-assessments across functions, providing plans and tools to support the wider execution team.
• Risk events Management: Be supportive of the risk event process and conduct reviews across events reported by the business functions, including root cause analysis, action planning oversight and lessons learned, to ensure swift and effective resolution.
• Issues Management: Monitor and report upon the Issues management process to ensure business functions report and execute against issues with suitable action plans to correct issues and avoid re-occurence.
• Control testing oversight: conduct reviews of control testing performed by the business functions to evaluate the control design and operating effectiveness and provide in-depth analysis to Senior Management.
• Risk Appetite Statements (RAS) & Key Risk Indicators (KRIs): Monitor and facilitate RAS & KRI annual reviews. Monitor KRI results reported by the business functions and review action plans where benchmarking thresholds have been breached.
• Second Line reviews: conduct reviews and provide independent oversight on wider initiatives such as Third Party Risk Management assessments, Change risk assessments and Operational Resilience plans.
• Risk Reporting: provide accurate and timely reporting and commentary to relevant periodic risk reporting and Quarterly Risk Committees.
• Governance: Promote a risk aware culture and support with the practical implementation of the BHFSI risk management policies, frameworks and practices.
• Risk Tooling: Support with the global implementation and maintenance of the BHFS Risk management tool.

Knowledge and Skills

• 3-5 years experience in the payments or online travel industry or in risk management
• Experience in independently leading risk programmes
• Strong technical knowledge to promote a risk aware culture
• In-depth understanding of risk management tools and methodologies
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills
• Ability to build strong relationships and confidence to influence senior stakeholders
• A good understanding of financial services and payment products
• Ability to deliver effective presentations on a wide array of risk topics to senior management
• Ability to effectively prioritize and lead workload, work under pressure and deliver on timelines
• Enthusiastic, self-starting and flexible and agile work attitude
• Process, problem solving and committed approach

Booking Holdings Financial Services International Ltd. is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We are committed to treating all employees equally, regardless of gender, civil status, family status, sexual orientation, religious belief, age, disability, race or membership of the traveler community. We believe embracing equality and diversity in the workplace benefits not just our organisation but also individual employees, departments and our customers.

This policy extends to every phase of the employment process including, but not limited to, recruitment, selection, placement, transfer, training and development, position elimination, restructure, promotion, compensation, benefits, layoffs, termination, and all other conditions or privileges of employment. Booking Holdings Financial Services International Ltd is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.

Job Title:
Risk Analyst

Role Type:
Permanent, full-time

Position Reports to:
Head of Qualitative Risk

Department:
Risk

Location:
AGL Head Office, Maple House, Temple Road, Blackrock, Co. Dublin.

Background:

Allianz Global Life dac ("AGL") is a rapidly growing cross-border life insurer with products sold into the French, Italian and German markets, and, more recently Greek and Lithuanian markets. It also reinsures a portfolio of variable annuities sold in Taiwan and Japan. Its goal is to expand into other markets over the coming years, while also continuing to expand its product range. It currently writes unit linked, variable annuity and protection business.

Main Purpose of Job:

The purpose of this role is to support the Head of Qualitative Risk in maintaining an effective risk management framework. Responsibilities will include some or all of the following:

• Support in the delivery of key reporting requirements including ORSA, SFCR/RSR, Recovery Planning etc.
• Aid preparation of the annual Top Risk Assessment and monitoring of related actions.
• Undertake relevant project, product and reputational risk assessments.
• Support the completion of the annual policy review and attestation process.
• Run regular processes to support risk appetite monitoring, risk event reporting and remediation activities.
• Support in assessing compliance with new regulations and guidance.
• Contribute to the preparation of risk management reports and materials for Senior Management and Board audiences.
• Represent the Risk function in relevant working groups (at both a Company and wider Allianz Group level), supporting the delivery of key projects.
• Assist in key control testing; evaluating the adequacy and effectiveness of critical end-to-end processes and controls, based on a defined test plan.

This job description shall not limit the duties which may be assigned to this role. The successful candidate shall be required to perform on a temporary or permanent basis such additional or different duties that the Company may reasonably assign to them from time-to-time.

Key Performance Measures:

• Accuracy and attention to detail: The role requires analysis and communication of data, regulations and technical concepts to various levels of stakeholders. Communications require accuracy, attention to detail, and tailoring the message to the needs of the recipient.
• Risk Management evolution: The risks faced by AGL continue to evolve in different market environments, with new product launches, operational processes and regulatory requirements – the role holder is expected to proactively contribute to the ongoing development of risk identification and mitigation, applying judgement to changing circumstances.
• Personal Development: Proactive and solution-orientated – process driven, with the ability to drive improvements and efficiencies.
• Collaboration: Is fundamental to the success and credibility of the Risk function. The role holder is expected to proactively build a trusted and respected personal profile, supporting the enhancement of risk culture across the Company.

Key Customers:

Internal:
CRO, Compliance, Internal Audit, Committees, Board, Group Risk

External
: Central Bank of Ireland, External auditor.

Business Competencies:

Education & qualifications

• Degree (/equivalent) or higher in business, finance, risk management or related area.

Professional Competence

• Experience working in the financial services industry (life insurance advantageous).
• Strong Excel, Word and PowerPoint skills.
• Experience performing internal / external audits or similar advisory / assurance activities.
• Experience in report writing, preparing presentations and project management.
• Experience of delivering operational risk management / resilience frameworks (advantageous).

Product and Technical knowledge

• Knowledge of products sold in the Life Assurance market and how these impact on the overall risk of the company.

Management

• Self-manage multiple deliverables, with ability to prioritise and adhere to deadlines.

Commercial Awareness

• Familiarity with Solvency II and local CBI regulations / guidance is advantageous.

Personal Competencies:

Personal Impact

• Strong organisational skills required with ability to work on own initiative.

Intellectual Effectiveness

• Strong analytical skills, ability to understand new topics / processes.

Communication

• Fluent in written and spoken English.
• Excellent communication and people skills; willingness to liaise with stakeholders at all levels of the Company and external providers.

Stakeholder Management

• Build effective relationships with all departments inside the Company and relevant Group functions / stakeholders.

Risk Analyst | Aircraft Leasing | Dublin

A growing aircraft leasing platform is seeking a
Risk Analyst
to join its Dublin-based Risk team. This position offers the opportunity to develop financial modelling and analytical expertise while gaining insight into deal evaluation, portfolio strategy, and airline credit assessment.

The Role

• Support the Risk function with quantitative and qualitative credit analysis.
• Evaluate airline and jurisdictional exposure, contributing to internal credit assessments and risk papers.
• Assist with transaction execution, including covenant monitoring, KYC, and ongoing portfolio review.
• Partner with commercial and strategy teams to provide data-driven insights on potential transactions.
• Track market, credit, and sector trends to inform portfolio and trading decisions.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of risk processes and reporting.

What They're Looking For

• Minimum 2 years' experience in risk, credit, or financial analysis (aviation knowledge a plus).
• Advanced Excel and financial modelling capability.
• Analytical mindset with strong attention to detail and curiosity.
• Effective communicator who enjoys problem-solving and working in a collaborative, dynamic environment.
• Enthusiasm to develop a long-term career within the aircraft leasing industry.

Why This Role?

• Opportunity to develop core analytical and financial skills with real impact.
• Work directly with experienced leaders who are invested in your growth.
• Exposure to deal evaluation, airline credit, and portfolio management from day one.
• Join a supportive, growing platform offering visibility and career progression.

Interested?

If you'd like to learn more, please apply online or contact
Karinda at GKR Search & Selection
for a confidential discussion.

Following your application for this role, GKR may also contact you about other positions suited to your background. If you prefer not to be contacted about additional opportunities, please let us know. You can review our privacy statement on our website for more details.

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This job is with Allianz Commercial, an inclusive employer and a member of myGwork – the largest global platform for the LGBTQ+ business community. Please do not contact the recruiter directly.
Job Title:
Risk Analyst

Role Type:
Permanent, full-time

Position Reports to:
Head of Qualitative Risk

Department:
Risk

Location:
AGL Head Office, Maple House, Temple Road, Blackrock, Co. Dublin.

Background
Allianz Global Life dac ("AGL") is a rapidly growing cross-border life insurer with products sold into the French, Italian and German markets, and, more recently Greek and Lithuanian markets. It also reinsures a portfolio of variable annuities sold in Taiwan and Japan. Its goal is to expand into other markets over the coming years, while also continuing to expand its product range. It currently writes unit linked, variable annuity and protection business.

Main Purpose Of Job
The purpose of this role is to support the Head of Qualitative Risk in maintaining an effective risk management framework. Responsibilities will include some or all of the following:

• Support in the delivery of key reporting requirements including ORSA, SFCR/RSR, Recovery Planning etc.
• Aid preparation of the annual Top Risk Assessment and monitoring of related actions.
• Undertake relevant project, product and reputational risk assessments.
• Support the completion of the annual policy review and attestation process.
• Run regular processes to support risk appetite monitoring, risk event reporting and remediation activities.
• Support in assessing compliance with new regulations and guidance.
• Contribute to the preparation of risk management reports and materials for Senior Management and Board audiences.
• Represent the Risk function in relevant working groups (at both a Company and wider Allianz Group level), supporting the delivery of key projects.
• Assist in key control testing; evaluating the adequacy and effectiveness of critical end-to-end processes and controls, based on a defined test plan.

This job description shall not limit the duties which may be assigned to this role. The successful candidate shall be required to perform on a temporary or permanent basis such additional or different duties that the Company may reasonably assign to them from time-to-time.
Key Performance Measures

• Accuracy and attention to detail: The role requires analysis and communication of data, regulations and technical concepts to various levels of stakeholders. Communications require accuracy, attention to detail, and tailoring the message to the needs of the recipient.
• Risk Management evolution: The risks faced by AGL continue to evolve in different market environments, with new product launches, operational processes and regulatory requirements - the role holder is expected to proactively contribute to the ongoing development of risk identification and mitigation, applying judgement to changing circumstances.
• Personal Development: Proactive and solution-orientated - process driven, with the ability to drive improvements and efficiencies.
• Collaboration: Is fundamental to the success and credibility of the Risk function. The role holder is expected to proactively build a trusted and respected personal profile, supporting the enhancement of risk culture across the Company.

Key Customers
Internal:
CRO, Compliance, Internal Audit, Committees, Board, Group Risk

External
: Central Bank of Ireland, External auditor.

Business Competencies
Education & qualifications

• Degree (/equivalent) or higher in business, finance, risk management or related area.

Professional Competence

• Experience working in the financial services industry (life insurance advantageous).
• Strong Excel, Word and PowerPoint skills.
• Experience performing internal / external audits or similar advisory / assurance activities.
• Experience in report writing, preparing presentations and project management.
• Experience of delivering operational risk management / resilience frameworks (advantageous).

Product and Technical knowledge

• Knowledge of products sold in the Life Assurance market and how these impact on the overall risk of the company.

Management

• Self-manage multiple deliverables, with ability to prioritise and adhere to deadlines.

Commercial Awareness

• Familiarity with Solvency II and local CBI regulations / guidance is advantageous.

Personal Competencies
Personal Impact

• Strong organisational skills required with ability to work on own initiative.

Intellectual Effectiveness

• Strong analytical skills, ability to understand new topics / processes.

Communication

• Fluent in written and spoken English.
• Excellent communication and people skills; willingness to liaise with stakeholders at all levels of the Company and external providers.

Stakeholder Management

• Build effective relationships with all departments inside the Company and relevant Group functions / stakeholders.

80303 | Risk Management | Entry Level | n.a. | Allianz Global Life | Full-Time | Permanent

Allianz Group is one of the most trusted insurance and asset management companies in the world. Caring for our employees, their ambitions, dreams and challenges, is what makes us a unique employer. Together we can build an environment where everyone feels empowered and has the confidence to explore, to grow and to shape a better future for our customers and the world around us.

We at Allianz believe in a diverse and inclusive workforce and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We encourage you to bring your whole self to work, no matter where you are from, what you look like, who you love or what you believe in.

We therefore welcome applications regardless of ethnicity or cultural background, age, gender, nationality, religion, disability or sexual orientation.

Great to have you on board. Let's care for tomorrow.

Risk Analyst

Life Insurance

Dublin - Hybrid Working

35-45k

Are you looking for the right opportunity to take the next step forward in your career?

Are you looking for a job where there's a clear growth plan for you?

Do you want a job where you will have a dedicated leader looking to support you?

Do you want a job that will give you broad exposure across all areas of risk and different international markets?

If that all sounds like what you are looking for, then this could be the one for you

Your Role:

• Support the CRO in managing key risks across the business
• Conduct risk assessments and provide insights into KRIs that have been found that will be added to the board reports
• Manage the risk register and incident logs
• Support the implementation of risk policies and procedures

About You:

• 1-2 years risk experience
• Experience working in a regulated financial services business
• Proactive and with a desire to learn and progress with a career in risk

Apply here or drop me a message if you'd like to learn more

At U.S. Bank, we're on a journey to do our best. Helping the customers and businesses we serve to make better and smarter financial decisions, enabling the communities we support to grow and succeed in the right ways, all more confidently and more often—that's what we call the courage to thrive. We believe it takes all of us to bring our shared ambition to life, and each person is unique in their potential. A career with U.S. Bank gives you a wide, ever-growing range of opportunities to discover what makes you thrive. Try new things, learn new skills and discover what you excel at—all from Day One.

As a wholly owned subsidiary of U.S. Bank, Elavon is committed to building the platforms and ecosystems that help over 1.5 million customers around the world to achieve their financial goals—no matter what they need. From transaction processing to customer service, to driving innovation and launching new products, we're building a range of tailored payment solutions powered by the latest technology. As part of our team, you can explore what motivates and energizes your career goals: partnering with our customers, our communities, and each other.

The successful candidate will be an integral part of the Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) team, focusing on the assessment of material risks, identification of emerging risks, and reporting on Recovery Plan Indicators and other metrics. The role provides an excellent opportunity to influence how the bank continues to mature its data approach to risk management.

Key accountabilities:

• Analyse risk data to identify trends, root causes, and potential impact on the Bank's performance.
• Support the identification of key emerging risks for the Bank through monitoring internal and external environments for emerging risk trends and developments.
• Support the annual Material Risk Assessment process.
• Maintain a proactive approach to risk management by staying informed about industry best practices and regulatory changes.
• Prepare regular reports on Risk Indicators for senior management.
• Support ad hoc work relating to regulatory request, audits, and internal stakeholders.

Skills & experience required:

• Bachelor's degree in risk management, Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Professional qualifications in Risk Management, Accountancy, or Compliance would be beneficial.
• One to three years of experience in Risk Management, preferably within the banking or financial services industry.
• Strong analytical/numeracy and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail.
• Basic knowledge of Risk/Compliance/Audit competencies.
• Strong analytical, process facilitation and project management skills.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Advanced Excel, PowerPoint and running other MS tools.
• Experience with Power BI and Tableau desirable.

Additional information

• The role offers a hybrid / flexible schedule, which means there's an in-office expectation of 3 or more days per week and the flexibility to work outside the office location for the other days.

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

If there's anything we can do to accommodate a disability during any portion of the application or hiring process, please refer to our disability accommodations for applicants.

Benefits:

We offer an exciting, fast-paced and diverse working environment with employees of many different nationalities. We provide benefits to help you protect your health and financial security; and give you peace of mind. We also invest in your career growth with development resources that give you the opportunity to stretch and shine.

Posting may be closed earlier due to high volume of applicants.

At U.S. Bank, we're on a journey to do our best. Helping the customers and businesses we serve to make better and smarter financial decisions, enabling the communities we support to grow and succeed in the right ways, all more confidently and more often—that's what we call the courage to thrive. We believe it takes all of us to bring our shared ambition to life, and each person is unique in their potential. A career with U.S. Bank gives you a wide, ever-growing range of opportunities to discover what makes you thrive. Try new things, learn new skills and discover what you excel at—all from Day One.

As a wholly owned subsidiary of U.S. Bank, Elavon is committed to building the platforms and ecosystems that help over 1.5 million customers around the world to achieve their financial goals—no matter what they need. From transaction processing to customer service, to driving innovation and launching new products, we're building a range of tailored payment solutions powered by the latest technology. As part of our team, you can explore what motivates and energizes your career goals: partnering with our customers, our communities, and each other.

Job Description
The successful candidate will be an integral part of the Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) team, focusing on the assessment of material risks, identification of emerging risks, and reporting on Recovery Plan Indicators and other metrics. The role provides an excellent opportunity to influence how the bank continues to mature its data approach to risk management.

Key accountabilities:

• Analyse risk data to identify trends, root causes, and potential impact on the Bank's performance.
• Support the identification of key emerging risks for the Bank through monitoring internal and external environments for emerging risk trends and developments.
• Support the annual Material Risk Assessment process.
• Maintain a proactive approach to risk management by staying informed about industry best practices and regulatory changes.
• Prepare regular reports on Risk Indicators for senior management.
• Support ad hoc work relating to regulatory request, audits, and internal stakeholders.

Skills & experience required:

• Bachelor's degree in risk management, Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Professional qualifications in Risk Management, Accountancy, or Compliance would be beneficial.
• One to three years of experience in Risk Management, preferably within the banking or financial services industry.
• Strong analytical/numeracy and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail.
• Basic knowledge of Risk/Compliance/Audit competencies.
• Strong analytical, process facilitation and project management skills.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Advanced Excel, PowerPoint and running other MS tools.
• Experience with Power BI and Tableau desirable.

Additional Information

• The role offers a hybrid / flexible schedule, which means there's an in-office expectation of 3 or more days per week and the flexibility to work outside the office location for the other days.

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.
If there's anything we can do to accommodate a disability during any portion of the application or hiring process, please refer to our disability accommodations for applicants.

Benefits
:

We offer an exciting, fast-paced and diverse working environment with employees of many different nationalities. We provide benefits to help you protect your health and financial security; and give you peace of mind. We also invest in your career growth with development resources that give you the opportunity to stretch and shine.

Posting may be closed earlier due to high volume of applicants.

Junior Risk Analyst

Dublin City Centre, Permanent

Job Specification and Requirements

Overview

Our Dublin city-based customer provides risk management software products to support capital markets end-users.

They are seeking a Junior Risk Analyst to join their dynamic risk management team. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated individual to develop expertise across multiple areas of risk management while contributing to both client success and system development.

As the successful candidate, you will work equally across three principal areas: building risk functionality utilising your Python expertise, customer support and query resolution. This opportunity will provide you with significant career growth and the chance to develop comprehensive skills in capital markets risk management.

Role and Responsibilities

Risk Functionality Development

• Build and enhance risk management tools and systems using Python
• Develop automated risk calculation and reporting processes
• Create data validation and quality assurance scripts
• Support system testing and implementation of new features
• Maintain and improve the existing Python-based risk infrastructure

Customer Support

• Provide support to end clients on risk-related queries
• Assist clients with risk system navigation and functionality
• Run client onboarding and training sessions
• Maintain strong client relationships through proactive communication
• Document client interactions and feedback for continuous improvement

Customer Query Resolution

• Investigate and resolve complex client queries related to risk calculations and reports
• Analyse data discrepancies and provide clear explanations to clients
• Collaborate with senior analysts to address escalated issues
• Create and maintain query resolution documentation and knowledge base
• Identify recurring problems and propose systematic solutions

Essential Skills and Experience

You must be able to demonstrate competency in at least 2 out of 3 core areas:

1. Client Support

2. Query Resolution

3. Python Development

Functional Skills Required:

• Naturally curious with strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Accurate, with an eye for detail and the ability to spot anomalies in data and financial
• Proactive approach to learning and professional development

Technical Skills:

• Python programming
  (preferred but not mandatory if strong in other areas)
• Basic understanding of capital markets and financial instruments
• Proficiency in Excel and data manipulation
• SQL knowledge (desirable)
• Experience with data analysis tools (pandas, NumPy) – advantageous, but not essential

Preferred Qualifications

Educational Background

• University degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Computer Science, or related field
• Professional certifications (FRM, CFA, etc.) - significant advantage
• Training courses in risk management or programming

Technical Experience

• Hands-on coding experience with Python
• Experience with risk management systems or financial software
• Background in quantitative analysis or modeling
• Knowledge of regulatory frameworks (Basel, Solvency II, etc.)

You must be able to live and work in Ireland as sponsorship is not available.