Why work for us?

A career at Janus Henderson is more than a job, it’s about investing in a brighter future together .

Our Mission at Janus Henderson is to help clients define and achieve superior financial outcomes through differentiated insights, disciplined investments, and world-class service. We will do this by protecting and growing our core business, amplifying our strengths and diversifying where we have the right.

Our Values are key to driving our success, and are at the heart of everything we do:

Clients Come First - Always | Execution Supersedes Intention | Together We Win | Diversity Improves Results | Truth Builds Trust

If our mission, values, and purpose align with your own, we would love to hear from you!

Your opportunity

You will be responsible for overseeing the investment risk management framework across the firm’s asset management business. The successful candidate will lead the global risk team, develop robust risk management processes, and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements while optimizing the risk-adjusted performance of portfolios. This is a senior role reporting to the COO of Investments.

You will:

Lead a team of investment risk professionals across all asset classes located in the US, UK and Singapore.
Oversee the firm’s investment risk management function across all asset classes
Work in partnership with IT to enhance the operating model of proprietary and vendor solutions
Support the Individual Asset Class Investment Risk leads to deliver independent oversight and challenge to portfolio managersensuring that risk is taken appropriately and within established limits
Provide oversight and support to the development and maintenance of quantitative risk models to measure portfolio risks, such as Value at Risk (VaR), stress testing, and scenario analysis
Ensure the effective implementation and monitoring of risk policies and limits across the business
Present risk insights and reports to senior management, boards, and investment committees
Lead and work closely with the performance analytics team to leverage advanced analytics to assess risks and produce detailed performance reports for both internal and external stakeholders
Collaborate with portfolio management, research, and compliance teams to integrate risk management into the investment process
Oversee regulatory reporting requirements related to investment risk and ensure compliance with industry standards
Monitor and evaluate market trends, geopolitical developments, and other macroeconomic factors that may impact the firm’s portfolios
Lead and mentor the risk management team, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement
Carry out other duties as assigned

What to expect when you join our firm

Hybrid working and reasonable accommodations
Generous Holiday policies
Paid volunteer time to step away from your desk and into the community
Support to grow through professional development courses, tuition/qualification reimbursement and more
All-inclusive approach to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
Maternal/paternal leave benefits and family services
Complimentary subscription to Headspace – the mindfulness app
Corporate membership to ClassPass and other health and well-being benefits
Unique employee events and programs including a 14er challenge
Complimentary beverages, snacks and all employee Happy Hours

Must have skills

Minimum of 10 years experience in investment risk management, within an asset management or investment firm across different geographies
Strong expertise across various asset classes, including equity, fixed income, and multi-asset
Advanced knowledge of risk models, tools, and methodologies (e.g. VaR stress testing, and scenario analysis)
A solid understanding of the regulatory landscape
Strong analytical and quantitative skills
Experience conducting comprehensive M&A due diligence and ensuring smooth post-deal implementation
A demonstrable track record of developing, maintaining and enhancing investment performance reporting processes and analytics, through partnership or experience
Proven experience successfully leading global teams, managing projects, and implementing change
Ability to build and maintain strong working relationships at all levels, including the Board
Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, or related field

Nice to have skills

Master’s or CFA/FRM designation preferred
Quantamental risk modelling experience
Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, R, or similar tools

Investment areas

Has responsibility for seed hedging program.

Supervisory responsibilities

Potential for growth

Mentoring
Leadership development programs
Regular training
Career development services
Continuing education courses

For those in scope of Knowledge & Competence (MiFID II)

Knowledge of financial markets, financial markets function and the impact of economic figures and national/regional/global events on markets
Understanding of issues relating to market abuse and anti-money laundering
Annual attestation

You will be expected to understand the regulatory obligations of the firm, and abide by the regulated entity requirements and JHI policies applicable for your role.

At Janus Henderson Investors we’re committed to an inclusive and supportive environment. We believe diversity improves results and we welcome applications from all backgrounds. Don’t worry if you don’t think you tick every box, we still want to hear from you! We understand everyone has different commitments and while we can’t accommodate every flexible working request we’re happy to be asked about work flexibility and our hybrid working environment. If you need any reasonable accommodations during our recruitment process, please get in touch and let us know at

Compensation information

The base salary range for this position is $275,000-300,000. This range is estimated for this role. Actual pay may be different. This role will remain open through October 15, 2024. Colorado law requires an estimated closing date for job postigns. Please don't be discouraged from applying if you see this date has passed.

Annual Bonus Opportunity: Position is eligible to receive an annual discretionary bonus award from the profit pool. The profit pool is funded based on Company profits. Individual bonuses are determined based on Company, department, team and individual performance.

Benefits: Janus Henderson is committed to offering a comprehensive total rewards package to eligible employees that includes; competitive compensation, pension/retirement plans, and various health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits. To learn more about our offerings please visit the Why Join Us section on the career page

Janus Henderson Investors is an equal opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

Janus Henderson (including its subsidiaries) will not maintain existing or sponsor new industry registrations or licenses where not supported by an employee’s job functions (as determined by Janus Henderson at its sole discretion).

You should be willing to adhere to the provisions of our Investment Advisory Code of Ethics related to personal securities activities and other disclosure and certification requirements, including past political contributions and political activities. Applicants’ past political contributions or activity may impact applicants’ eligibility for this position.

You will be expected to understand the regulatory obligations of the firm, and abide by the regulated entity requirements and JHI policies applicable for your role.

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