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Financial Risk Specialists

SOC 13-2054.00Job Zone 4 · Considerable Preparationv.26.05

Context coveredThis framework covers financial risk identification, client portfolio management, regulatory compliance, and risk advisory practice within business and financial operations settings requiring considerable professional preparation.

Sources:O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.SkillsCrosswalkSkillsCrosswalk — O*NET enrichment + adjacency index. Opens in new tab.
Emerging
Entry / Apprentice
  1. Contract terms and fee schedules — review and apply under direct supervision to ensure accurate collection of client payments and commissions.
  2. Industry databases and information retrieval software — search and compile basic data on current market trends under guidance from senior analysts.
  3. Spreadsheet software — enter and organize financial data sets to support preliminary risk assessments in a structured analytical environment.
  4. Client documentation and intake forms — gather and verify information from prospective clients during initial evaluation processes.
  5. Reading comprehension skills — interpret standard risk reports, regulatory guidelines, and client contracts with assistance from experienced colleagues.
  6. Financial analysis software — execute pre-configured risk models and report outputs under direct supervision on routine client accounts.
  7. Active listening techniques — apply during client meetings and team briefings to accurately capture requirements and risk-related concerns.
  8. Database user interface tools — perform guided queries to retrieve client financial records and transaction histories as directed.
  9. Basic mathematical concepts — calculate straightforward financial ratios and exposure metrics using established formulas and supervisor-provided templates.
  10. Written communication standards — draft routine correspondence and summary notes on client interactions following departmental style guidelines.
Developing
Mid-level / Established
  1. Client fee and commission structures — calculate, reconcile, and process payments in accordance with contract terms with minimal supervisory review.
  2. Industry trend reports and deal databases — monitor and synthesize emerging market developments to inform risk advisories for an assigned client portfolio.
  3. Candidate and client evaluation criteria — conduct structured interviews or portfolio reviews to assess suitability of prospective clients with moderate oversight.
  4. Financial analysis and analytical software — configure and run risk models independently, interpreting outputs to identify exposure patterns on routine engagements.
  5. Critical thinking frameworks — apply to evaluate competing risk scenarios and recommend appropriate mitigation options within familiar business contexts.
  6. Human resources and content workflow software — coordinate cross-functional documentation processes to maintain compliance records for active client accounts.
  7. Presentation software — develop clear risk summary decks and findings reports for delivery to internal stakeholders and client representatives.
  8. Economics and accounting knowledge — apply to assess the financial health indicators of client portfolios and flag deviations from expected performance benchmarks.
  9. Complex problem-solving methods — work through multi-variable risk situations by drawing on established analytical protocols adapted to specific client circumstances.
  10. Written analytical reports — produce well-structured risk assessments and recommendations for review by senior specialists and client relationship managers.
Proficient
Senior / Expert IC
  1. Contract negotiation and fee structures — independently structure, finalize, and oversee collection agreements with clients across a full portfolio of complex accounts.
  2. Promotional materials and client work samples — curate and present compelling packages to strategic partners or institutional sponsors to secure high-value engagements.
  3. Industry intelligence and deal flow — maintain deep situational awareness of sector-wide trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory shifts to advise clients proactively.
  4. Audition and evaluation processes — design and lead comprehensive client assessment protocols, exercising independent judgment on suitability, risk profile, and strategic fit.
  5. Advanced risk modeling platforms — build, validate, and refine quantitative models using analytical and object-oriented software to address non-routine financial risk scenarios.
  6. Judgment and decision-making under uncertainty — weigh incomplete or conflicting financial data to deliver defensible risk recommendations with full professional autonomy.
  7. Law and government knowledge — apply regulatory frameworks and compliance requirements to ensure client strategies remain within legal risk tolerances across multiple jurisdictions.
  8. Data base management systems — design query logic and maintain structured data repositories that support enterprise-wide risk monitoring and reporting functions.
  9. Active learning practices — continuously integrate emerging methodologies, tools, and domain research into personal analytical practice and client advisory approaches.
  10. Cross-functional stakeholder communication — lead high-stakes presentations and negotiations with executives, legal teams, and external auditors on complex risk matters.
Advanced
Lead / Principal / Executive
  1. Enterprise risk strategy and governance frameworks — design and champion organization-wide risk management policies that align with corporate objectives and regulatory expectations.
  2. Client acquisition and revenue models — set strategic direction for fee structures, commission arrangements, and business development initiatives across the full practice.
  3. Market intelligence infrastructure — establish systematic processes for monitoring industry trends and competitive intelligence, translating insights into enterprise-level risk positioning.
  4. Talent and client evaluation standards — define and institutionalize evaluation criteria and assessment methodologies used across the organization for onboarding high-value clients.
  5. Risk technology ecosystem — lead selection, implementation, and governance of financial analysis platforms, database systems, and analytical software at the organizational level.
  6. Thought leadership and practice development — author authoritative frameworks, white papers, and methodological guidance that advance the field of financial risk management.
  7. Regulatory and legal risk leadership — represent the organization in dialogues with regulators, auditors, and government bodies, shaping compliance posture at the institutional level.
  8. Mentorship and capability building — develop structured learning pathways and coaching programs that elevate analytical and advisory competencies across junior and mid-level specialists.
  9. Executive decision-making and board advisory — present risk landscape assessments and scenario analyses directly to C-suite and board audiences, influencing capital allocation and strategic decisions.
  10. Cross-organizational partnerships — negotiate and formalize strategic alliances with sponsors, institutional partners, and industry bodies to expand the organization's risk advisory influence.

AI-at-Work Competency Framework

Sources:Anthropic Economic IndexAnthropic Economic Index — release_2026_03_24. Opens in new tab.Jadhav & Danve, 2026Skill Automation Feasibility Index — Jadhav & Danve, 2026 (arXiv:2604.06906). Opens in new tab.WEF Skills TaxonomyWEF Skills Taxonomy 2021 — Building a Common Language for Skills at Work. Opens in new tab.
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Authoritative source data identified for 998 occupations

How a worker at each mastery level uses, directs, and evaluates AI tools in this occupation. Each statement cites its evidence inline; click a citation chip to verify the source.

Emerging
  1. AI-assisted document review — uses an LLM to surface key clauses and risk indicators in contracts and regulatory filings, cross-checking the outputs against personal reading before acting on them Anthropic Economic IndexAnthropic Economic Index — release_2026_03_24. Opens in new tab. WEF Skills TaxonomyWEF Skills Taxonomy 2021 — Building a Common Language for Skills at Work. Opens in new tab..
  2. Baseline data aggregation — delegates routine collection of market rates, exposure summaries, and fee schedules to AI tools, freeing attention for judgment-intensive steps Anthropic Economic IndexAnthropic Economic Index — release_2026_03_24. Opens in new tab..
Developing
  1. Risk scenario drafting — directs an AI assistant to generate first-draft stress-test narratives and sensitivity analyses, then revises the logic and assumptions using domain knowledge Anthropic Economic IndexAnthropic Economic Index — release_2026_03_24. Opens in new tab. Jadhav & Danve, 2026Skill Automation Feasibility Index — Jadhav & Danve, 2026 (arXiv:2604.06906). Opens in new tab..
  2. Industry-trend monitoring — tasks an AI tool with scanning news feeds and deal databases for emerging risk patterns, then synthesises the filtered results into a concise briefing for stakeholders Anthropic Economic IndexAnthropic Economic Index — release_2026_03_24. Opens in new tab. WEF Skills TaxonomyWEF Skills Taxonomy 2021 — Building a Common Language for Skills at Work. Opens in new tab..
  3. Client-communication preparation — uses AI to outline and proofread written risk disclosures and talking points, retaining authorship of all judgment calls and regulatory representations Jadhav & Danve, 2026Skill Automation Feasibility Index — Jadhav & Danve, 2026 (arXiv:2604.06906). Opens in new tab..
Proficient
  1. Quantitative model augmentation — integrates AI-generated statistical summaries and anomaly flags into risk models, validating outputs against established frameworks before presenting conclusions Anthropic Economic IndexAnthropic Economic Index — release_2026_03_24. Opens in new tab. WEF Skills TaxonomyWEF Skills Taxonomy 2021 — Building a Common Language for Skills at Work. Opens in new tab..
  2. Evaluation workflow orchestration — coordinates multi-step AI tasks (data pull, scoring, narrative generation) for counterparty or client assessments, exercising critical oversight at each handoff point Anthropic Economic IndexAnthropic Economic Index — release_2026_03_24. Opens in new tab. Jadhav & Danve, 2026Skill Automation Feasibility Index — Jadhav & Danve, 2026 (arXiv:2604.06906). Opens in new tab..
  3. Active-listening compensation — applies AI transcription and sentiment analysis to client interviews and audition recordings to capture detail that live listening alone might miss, then interprets findings personally Jadhav & Danve, 2026Skill Automation Feasibility Index — Jadhav & Danve, 2026 (arXiv:2604.06906). Opens in new tab..
  4. Regulatory-change tracking — deploys AI agents to monitor regulatory updates and flag compliance gaps, then exercises independent judgment on materiality and required firm action Anthropic Economic IndexAnthropic Economic Index — release_2026_03_24. Opens in new tab..
Advanced
  1. End-to-end risk-assessment automation design — architects AI-assisted pipelines that handle data ingestion, exposure calculation, and report generation at scale, while retaining human sign-off on all material risk positions Anthropic Economic IndexAnthropic Economic Index — release_2026_03_24. Opens in new tab. Jadhav & Danve, 2026Skill Automation Feasibility Index — Jadhav & Danve, 2026 (arXiv:2604.06906). Opens in new tab. WEF Skills TaxonomyWEF Skills Taxonomy 2021 — Building a Common Language for Skills at Work. Opens in new tab..
  2. AI output arbitration — establishes firm-level standards for when AI-generated risk scores and recommendations are accepted, escalated, or overridden, embedding those standards in team workflows and audit trails Jadhav & Danve, 2026Skill Automation Feasibility Index — Jadhav & Danve, 2026 (arXiv:2604.06906). Opens in new tab. WEF Skills TaxonomyWEF Skills Taxonomy 2021 — Building a Common Language for Skills at Work. Opens in new tab..
  3. Cross-functional AI collaboration leadership — guides business, legal, and technology stakeholders through the design of AI-augmented risk frameworks, translating data-science outputs into decision-relevant language for non-specialist audiences Anthropic Economic IndexAnthropic Economic Index — release_2026_03_24. Opens in new tab. WEF Skills TaxonomyWEF Skills Taxonomy 2021 — Building a Common Language for Skills at Work. Opens in new tab..
Evidence pack
AEI usage
Task observations: 1296
Augment share: 95%
Time saved: 92.7%
AI autonomy: 3.01
SAFI positioning
Top skill: Active Listening
Score: 42.2 / 100
Quadrant: Q2_ai_augmented
precision: exact
WEF cluster
Data Science and Analysis
data_science_and_analysis
Sources:Anthropic Economic IndexAnthropic Economic Index — release_2026_03_24. Opens in new tab.WEF Skills TaxonomyWEF Skills Taxonomy 2021 — Building a Common Language for Skills at Work. Opens in new tab.Jadhav & Danve, 2026Skill Automation Feasibility Index — Jadhav & Danve, 2026 (arXiv:2604.06906). Opens in new tab.

Pathsmith Durable Skills Framework

Sources:Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
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Ten durable-skill domains mapped to four proficiency/role levels for each occupation. Each statement is aligned to the Pathsmith taxonomy, derived from trusted grounding data and mapped to occupation-specific O*NET tasks and skills.

1Communication12 statements
Emerging
  1. Risk vocabulary foundation — uses basic financial risk terminology in written and verbal exchanges with team members and supervisors Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Regulatory language comprehension — reads and interprets standard risk-related regulatory documents and compliance guidelines under supervision Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Stakeholder updates — prepares simple status reports summarizing identified risk exposures for internal audiences O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Risk report drafting — composes clear written risk assessment summaries tailored to non-technical business unit audiences Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Data-driven briefings — presents quantitative risk findings verbally to small groups using charts and risk dashboards with increasing confidence Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Active listening in client intake — elicits financial exposure details and risk tolerance parameters through structured interviews with clients or counterparties Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Executive risk communication — delivers concise, evidence-based risk briefings to senior leadership, translating complex model outputs into business implications Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Cross-functional risk dialogue — facilitates discussions between trading desks, compliance teams, and operations to align on risk appetite and mitigation measures Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Regulatory correspondence — drafts formal written responses to regulatory inquiries and audit requests with precision and appropriate legal framing O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Enterprise risk narrative — constructs organization-wide risk communication frameworks that standardize how risk language and reporting flow across departments Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Board-level risk presentation — leads high-stakes presentations to board risk committees, synthesizing enterprise exposure into strategic decision-relevant insights Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. External thought leadership — authors published risk analyses, white papers, or regulatory comment letters that shape industry discourse Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
2Leadership10 statements
Emerging
  1. Risk task ownership — takes individual accountability for completing assigned risk monitoring or data validation tasks without requiring repeated follow-up Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Peer knowledge sharing — volunteers to explain risk models or regulatory requirements to newer analysts within team settings Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Risk project coordination — leads small-scale risk assessment projects, setting timelines and coordinating inputs from multiple data sources and stakeholders Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Junior analyst guidance — mentors entry-level risk staff on data integrity practices, model assumptions, and regulatory obligations Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Risk function leadership — manages a team of risk analysts, assigning portfolios, reviewing outputs, and ensuring consistent application of risk frameworks Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Crisis risk response leadership — directs cross-departmental response to emerging risk events such as market volatility spikes or counterparty default concerns Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Risk culture promotion — champions a risk-aware culture by embedding risk considerations into business planning discussions and team norms Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Enterprise risk governance — leads the design and implementation of organization-wide risk governance structures, policies, and escalation protocols Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Strategic risk advisory leadership — serves as the primary risk authority advising C-suite and board on portfolio-level exposure, capital allocation, and stress scenario planning Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Industry leadership — represents the organization on external risk committees, regulatory working groups, or industry standards bodies Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
3Metacognition9 statements
Emerging
  1. Assumption awareness — identifies the explicit assumptions embedded in risk models assigned to review and flags them for supervisor validation Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Learning gap recognition — recognizes personal gaps in quantitative or regulatory knowledge and seeks appropriate training resources Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Analytical strategy selection — evaluates which risk quantification method—VaR, stress testing, scenario analysis—is most appropriate for a given portfolio or question before proceeding Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Error pattern reflection — reviews own past risk assessments to identify recurring miscalibrations or blind spots and adjusts analytical approach accordingly Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Model limitation monitoring — continuously monitors self-applied risk models for boundary conditions, structural breaks, or behavioral assumptions that no longer hold in current market conditions Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Cognitive bias auditing — systematically reviews own risk judgments for anchoring, recency bias, or overconfidence before finalizing recommendations Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  3. Learning plan management — maintains a structured professional development plan aligned to emerging risk domains such as climate risk, cyber risk, or liquidity stress frameworks Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Risk epistemology leadership — leads organization-wide discussions on the limits of risk knowledge, uncertainty quantification, and the meta-level assumptions baked into firm-wide risk frameworks Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Mentored metacognitive development — coaches risk analysts to apply reflective thinking practices when building and challenging risk models Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
4Critical Thinking10 statements
Emerging
  1. Data source evaluation — assesses the reliability and completeness of financial data inputs before incorporating them into risk calculations Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Risk flag identification — applies checklist-based criteria to identify transactions or positions that breach standard risk thresholds O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Assumption stress testing — challenges the core assumptions of risk models by varying inputs and evaluating sensitivity of outputs to parameter changes Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Regulatory interpretation — evaluates ambiguous regulatory language and determines its practical implications for firm risk practices Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Causal risk analysis — distinguishes between correlated risk indicators and root-cause risk drivers when analyzing portfolio losses or stress events Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Scenario plausibility assessment — evaluates the internal consistency and market plausibility of stress scenarios proposed for regulatory capital calculations Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Counterparty risk adjudication — weighs credit exposure, collateral quality, and behavioral indicators to form independent judgment on counterparty creditworthiness Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Model risk critique — independently reviews third-party or vendor risk models, identifying logical flaws, data limitations, and inappropriate calibration choices Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Systemic risk reasoning — identifies second and third-order contagion pathways across markets, institutions, or asset classes that standard models fail to capture Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Risk framework adjudication — evaluates competing risk methodologies at the enterprise level, recommending adoption, modification, or retirement based on evidence and strategic fit Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
5Collaboration9 statements
Emerging
  1. Cross-team data requests — coordinates with trading, finance, and operations teams to gather the data inputs needed for assigned risk reports Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Meeting contribution — participates constructively in risk review meetings by sharing observations and asking clarifying questions Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Integrated risk analysis — collaborates with credit, market, and operational risk teams to produce integrated risk views that avoid silo-based blind spots Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Business partner engagement — works alongside business unit managers to understand operational context before finalizing risk exposure assessments Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Risk committee participation — contributes prepared, evidence-based positions in formal risk committee deliberations, incorporating diverse stakeholder inputs into final recommendations Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Regulatory liaison collaboration — partners with legal, compliance, and external auditors to ensure risk disclosures and capital calculations satisfy regulatory expectations Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Conflict navigation in risk decisions — mediates differing risk appetite views between front-office and risk management functions to reach workable consensus Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Enterprise risk coalition building — builds sustained collaborative relationships across business lines, technology, finance, and legal to embed integrated risk management into firm decision-making Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Industry peer collaboration — collaborates with peer institutions and regulators on shared risk challenges such as systemic risk data standards or cross-border exposure reporting Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
6Character9 statements
Emerging
  1. Data integrity commitment — accurately records and reports risk data without alteration or omission, even when results are unfavorable Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Confidentiality observance — handles sensitive client financial information and internal risk positions in strict accordance with firm and regulatory confidentiality standards Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Conflict of interest disclosure — proactively identifies and discloses potential conflicts of interest in risk advisory or model validation assignments Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Accountability for errors — acknowledges and corrects risk calculation errors promptly without minimizing impact or deflecting responsibility Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Independent risk opinion — provides honest risk assessments even when findings conflict with business unit preferences or senior leadership expectations Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Regulatory ethics adherence — applies regulatory and professional ethical standards to all risk disclosures, stress test submissions, and external communications Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Professional conduct under pressure — maintains objective, evidence-based risk positions during high-pressure market events or internal disagreements Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Ethical risk culture stewardship — shapes organizational norms and policies that reinforce ethical risk reporting, independent challenge, and accountability Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Whistleblower courageous action — takes principled action to escalate systemic risk concealment or regulatory noncompliance through appropriate channels regardless of organizational pressure Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
7Creativity9 statements
Emerging
  1. Scenario ideation — proposes alternative stress scenarios beyond standard regulatory templates when considering tail-risk exposures Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Visual risk communication — designs novel chart formats or dashboard layouts to make complex risk exposures more accessible to non-specialist audiences Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Risk indicator innovation — develops new early-warning indicators tailored to emerging risks not addressed by existing monitoring frameworks Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Analytical workaround design — constructs alternative quantitative approaches when standard data or model infrastructure is unavailable or inadequate Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Risk model augmentation — integrates unconventional data sources—alternative financial data, sentiment indicators, network analysis—into risk models to capture exposures missed by traditional metrics Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Novel stress scenario construction — designs plausible but unprecedented stress scenarios incorporating geopolitical, technological, or climate-related risk drivers Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Risk communication redesign — reconceptualizes how risk reporting is structured and delivered to shift stakeholder behavior and decision quality Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Risk framework invention — architects original risk measurement frameworks adopted across the organization or industry to address previously unquantified exposure types Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Cross-disciplinary risk synthesis — imports methodologies from adjacent fields—epidemiology, complexity theory, network science—to solve previously intractable financial risk problems Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
8Growth Mindset9 statements
Emerging
  1. Regulatory learning orientation — actively studies new risk regulations and accounting standards as they emerge, treating complexity as a learning opportunity Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Feedback receptivity — incorporates supervisor feedback on risk report quality and analytical methodology without defensiveness Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Model failure learning — treats risk model failures or backtesting exceptions as diagnostic opportunities and documents lessons to improve future calibration Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Skill stretch pursuit — voluntarily takes on assignments in unfamiliar risk domains—operational risk, climate risk, liquidity risk—to broaden expertise Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Continuous methodology upgrading — proactively updates personal risk toolset by learning new quantitative techniques, programming languages, or regulatory frameworks as the discipline evolves Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Post-crisis learning integration — conducts structured post-mortems after market stress events to extract transferable lessons and revise risk frameworks accordingly Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Certification and credential pursuit — pursues advanced professional designations relevant to risk management to deepen domain mastery Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Learning culture institutionalization — establishes formal post-event review processes, model performance debriefs, and knowledge-sharing forums that embed continuous learning into the risk function Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Emerging risk horizon scanning — leads organization-wide efforts to identify and prepare for risk categories that do not yet appear in standard frameworks Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
9Mindfulness9 statements
Emerging
  1. Analytical attention management — sustains focused attention during lengthy data reviews and risk report preparation to minimize oversight errors Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Stress recognition — recognizes personal stress responses during high-workload reporting periods and applies basic self-regulation techniques to maintain performance Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Confirmation bias interruption — pauses during risk analysis to deliberately seek disconfirming evidence before finalizing an exposure assessment Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Communication intentionality — chooses words and framing in risk communications with deliberate consideration of how different stakeholders will interpret the message Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Market noise filtering — maintains analytical objectivity during market turbulence by distinguishing signal from noise in real-time data streams Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. High-stakes decision pacing — slows the decision process during major risk events to ensure adequate evidence gathering before committing to a risk recommendation Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Emotional regulation in adversarial review — manages emotional responses when risk assessments are challenged in committee settings, maintaining composure and intellectual engagement Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Organizational mindfulness modeling — demonstrates and teaches intentional analytical practices that reduce cognitive error rates across the risk function Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Crisis equanimity — maintains deliberate, grounded decision-making authority during systemic risk events characterized by extreme uncertainty and rapid information change Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
10Fortitude9 statements
Emerging
  1. Deadline persistence — sustains effort on complex risk data reconciliation tasks through obstacles such as data gaps or system limitations Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Uncertainty tolerance — continues risk analysis work productively despite ambiguous regulatory guidance or incomplete market data Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Model challenge endurance — maintains intellectual commitment to a well-supported risk position when challenged by more senior colleagues or business sponsors Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Regulatory pressure resilience — continues rigorous risk assessment work during periods of intense regulatory scrutiny or audit without compromising quality Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Market crisis steadiness — sustains analytical rigor and measured risk recommendations during rapid market deterioration when organizational anxiety is high Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Unpopular finding courage — publishes and defends risk findings that are unfavorable to profitable business lines, accepting organizational friction as a professional obligation Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  3. Sustained complexity navigation — persists through multi-month enterprise risk projects involving regulatory, quantitative, and operational complexity without loss of focus Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Long-cycle risk advocacy — sustains advocacy for addressing emerging or slow-building risks—such as climate risk or liquidity concentration—over multi-year horizons despite organizational inertia Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Institutional resilience building — designs risk function structures and escalation protocols that preserve organizational risk-taking discipline through leadership transitions and market cycles Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Sources:Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
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