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Job Specifications

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

Execute trades such as corporate credit, credit derivatives and bond futures on behalf of Portfolio Managers, adhering to Best Execution principles
Ensure selection of the appropriate execution strategies, trading tools and brokers for every order
Where relevant, conduct Transaction Cost Analysis on trading activity
Conduct analysis of market conditions, credit spreads and economic indicators to inform trading decisions
Maintain knowledge of trends, products and regulatory changes impacting credit markets
Support Portfolio Managers with portfolio construction and risk management through providing market commentary and / or information
Prepare and present regular reports on trading activities and market conditions to portfolio managers and analysts
Develop and maintain strong relationships with brokers, counterparties and other market participants
Enhance and support global Janus Henderson Trading team by working on specific projects to help optimise the trading process
Carry out additional duties as assigned

What to expect when you join our firm

Hybrid working and reasonable accommodations
Generous Holiday policies
Excellent Health and Wellbeing benefits including corporate membership to ClassPass
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
Maternal/paternal leave benefits and family services
Complimentary subscription to Headspace - the mindfulness app
All employee events including networking opportunities and social activities
Lunch allowance for use within our subsidized onsite canteen

Must have skills

IMC or CFA qualified or equivalent work experience
Preferably degree educated in business, mathematics or finance discipline
Extensive experience in fixed income trading with a strong focus on credit markets essential
Interest in financial markets
Strong work ethic
Ability to work effectively under pressure and make informed decisions in a fast paced environment
Good time management
Knowledge of relevant sector/product/instruments for the role
Strong analytical and quantitative skills. Excellent IT skills
Excellent communication and negotiation skills
Ability to build and maintain core relationships internally with Fund Managers/Analysts and externally with brokers and vendors
Ability to manage and prioritise risk accordingly - cope well under pressure
Bloomberg and other appropriate trading systems

Nice to have skills

Charles River experience
Exposure to the loan market trading
Ability to code in Python, or other relevant language would be advantageous but not pre-requisite

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 candidates 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 recruiter@janushenderson.com

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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).

All applicants must be willing to comply with the provisions of Janus Henderson Investment Advisory Code of Ethics related to personal sec

About the Company

Janus Henderson’s mission is to help clients define and achieve superior financial outcomes through differentiated insights, disciplined investments and world-class service. We’re dedicated to investing in a brighter future together. Formed in 2017 from the merger between Janus Capital Group and Henderson Global Investors, we have 90 years’ experience in investing, underpinned by a culture deep rooted in research. With over 340 investment professionals worldwide, who meet regularly to share insights, we’re able to offe... Know more