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

• Oversee the day to day management and adherence to SMCR processes, for example ensuring new job descriptions are assessed as in/out of scope, working closely with HR business partners to draft Statements of Responsibility for Senior Managers, ensuring annual and out of cycle F&P assessments are conducted
• Managing the firm’s CPD and rescreening processes under Mifid II, AML and SMCR regulations
• Work closely with the Company Secretariat team to ensure that the Management Responsibilities Map (MRM) is accurate and up to date
• Manage all SMCR data and the SMCR information system, Accord
• Support Corporate Compliance with SMCR regulatory filings
• Work closely with the People Department, Risk and Compliance and Legal on the assessment and implementation of SMCR regulatory requirements for example the allocation of SMFs and Prescribed Responsibilities across our UK entities
• Responsible for the processes and governance documents for SMCR e.g. Rationale documents and Operating Handbook
• Work closely with Senior Managers, Certified Persons and other stakeholders, ensuring that those employees coming in/out of scope of SMCR are adequately supported
• Prepare SMCR Management Information ready to be presented to relevant Boards
• Act as secretary for the Conduct & Governance Committee, including liaising with the People team on the assessment of Conduct Rule breaches
• Carry out other 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

• Understanding of and experience in EMEA regulatory developments, both the process of regulation and the application of regulation to the business
• Familiarity with other global regulations which have people impacts
• Understanding of the asset management business (front, middle, back office)
• The ability to deal with colleagues at all levels of the organization and be able to influence decision making
• A background in HR or Compliance
• Strong attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills, stakeholder management and presentation skills.

Nice to have skills

• Strong project and change management skills.
• Self-motivation and enthusiasm – able to work on their own initiative and focus on delivery.
• Comfortable with using HR and/or Compliance systems – will be expected to be the “power user” for the SMCR system.

Supervisory responsibilities

• No

Potential for growth

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

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.

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 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. Janus Henderson 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. All applications are subject to background checks.