Janus Henderson Investors
Asset Backed Securities Analyst
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Why Work for Janus Henderson?
A career at Janus Henderson is more than a job—it’s about investing in a brighter future together. Our mission is to help clients achieve superior financial outcomes through:
- Differentiated insights
- Disciplined investments
- World-class service
Our Values
These core principles drive our success:
- Clients Come First – Always
- Execution Supersedes Intention
- Together We Win
- Diversity Improves Results
- Truth Builds Trust
If our mission, values, and purpose resonate with you, we’d love to hear from you.
The Role: Securitized Products Analyst – ABS Focus
Key Responsibilities
Act as a Securitized Products Analyst, with a primary focus on Asset-Backed Securities (ABS), while maintaining flexibility to assess other securitized sectors as needed:
- Provide analysis, insights, and investment recommendations across the capital stack, including:
- Autos
- Equipment leasing
- Data centers
- Esoteric ABS
- Identify risk-adjusted investment opportunities in Total Return and High Income portfolios.
- Contribute to the development, launch, and management of new ABS strategies (public and private markets).
Core Duties:
- Generate and communicate investment recommendations on risk-adjusted returns, income generation, and capital preservation.
- Analyze and articulate key drivers of return, including:
- Carry
- Duration
- Volatility
- Liquidity
- Optionality
- Credit/default risk
- Perform detailed cash-flow, structural, and scenario analysis using tools:
- Intex
- Bloomberg
- Build, maintain, and update relative-value and sector models.
- Collaborate with internal risk and analytics teams to develop and refine:
- Securitized-portfolio risk measures
- Reporting tools
- Conduct ongoing portfolio surveillance and performance monitoring.
- Assume other duties as assigned.
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Perks & Benefits
Janus Henderson offers a supportive, flexible, and rewarding work environment:
- Hybrid working model with reasonable accommodations
- Generous holiday policies
- Paid volunteer time
- Professional development support (tuition/qualification reimbursements, courses)
- Maternal/paternal leave benefits and family services
- Free Headspace subscription (mindfulness app)
- Corporate wellness (ClassPass membership, health benefits)
- Unique events (e.g., 14er challenge, team socials)
- Complimentary snacks, drinks, and Happy Hours
Requirements
Must-Have Skills & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) required.
- Strong analytical and financial modeling skills, with expertise in:
- Structured-finance cash-flow and scenario analysis
- Proficiency in:
- Excel (advanced levels)
- Bloomberg
- Intex
- Working knowledge of:
- Python, SQL, or VBA (for data analysis, automation, or surveillance)
- Solid understanding of:
- Fixed income markets
- Structured products
- Credit analysis
- Ability to:
- Work independently
- Collaborate effectively in a team
- Sharp attention to detail with the capacity to synthesise large volumes of data quickly.
- Commitment to building and supporting the investment platform.
Nice-to-Have Qualifications
- Post-graduate degree (e.g., MBA, CFA, or CPA).
- Strong creativity, initiative, and drive.
- Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to:
- Articulate ideas clearly, concisely, and persuasively
- Strong interpersonal skills to:
- Build internal and external relationships
Investment Focus & Career Growth
- Primary responsibility: Supporting portfolios within the Fixed Income research team.
- No supervisory duties at this stage, but clear pathways to development:
- Mentoring opportunities
- Leadership and training programs
- Regular professional development
- Career counselling services
- Continuing education courses
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Work Culture & Commitment
At Janus Henderson, we foster an inclusive, supportive environment where diversity improves results. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds—even if you don’t meet every criterion.
Flexible Working
We understand that candidates have different commitments. While we cannot accommodate all requests, we encourage discussions about work flexibility and our hybrid model. If you require reasonable accommodations during recruitment, reach out to: 📧 recruiter@janushenderson.com
Additional Notes
Remuneration
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Annual Bonus Opportunity: Eligibility based on:
- Company profits
- Department/team performance
- Individual contributions
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Comprehensive Benefits Package (visit the Why Join Us section for details, covering):
- Competitive compensation
- Pension/retirement plans
- Health, wellness, and lifestyle perks
Equal Opportunities & Policies
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Janus Henderson is an equal opportunities employer. All applicants are considered without regard to:
- Race
- Color
- Religion
- Sex
- Sexual orientation
- Gender identity
- National origin
- Disability
- Veteran status
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Background checks are conducted for all applicants.
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Regulatory Compliance: You must adhere to:
- Firm-specific regulatory obligations
- Janus Henderson Investors (JHI) policies applicable to your role.
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Ethical Standards: You will be expected to comply with:
- The Investment Advisory Code of Ethics
- Disclosure requirements (including political contributions and activities).
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