10 Considerations for New Risk Managers

Beginning any career or specialist field can be daunting and getting started in risk management is no different. There are many challenges out there and some will continue to crop up as long as you are practicing risk management. Here, in no particular order, are 10 risk management skills or abilities you should look to develop as you embark on your career as a risk manager.

Becoming a risk manager

Start here for a career in risk management

Becoming a risk manager can seem to be more art than science. There's not a clear pathway from degree to junior risk manager to senior risk manager to CRO (Chief Risk Officer). However, there is a way. Here are some techniques that you can use to move into and progress in the field.