Associate, Proposal Writer

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 play an important role in supporting asset growth and client retention by developing high-quality responses to DDQs, RFIs and, over time, RFPs. You will help communicate Janus Henderson's capabilities, investment expertise and competitive strengths in a clear, accurate and compelling manner.
• You will form part of a newly established Budapest-based Proposal Writing team, working alongside other Proposal Writer I colleagues and reporting to a senior team lead. The team will collaborate closely with global colleagues in London, Denver and other locations to support business priorities worldwide.
• Initially, your primary focus will be completing DDQs and RFIs while building your knowledge of Janus Henderson products, investment capabilities and proposal writing best practices. As your experience develops, you will progressively take on more complex proposal opportunities and RFP projects.
• You will manage multiple assignments simultaneously, ensuring responses are completed accurately, consistently and within agreed deadlines. You will learn to balance competing priorities while maintaining exceptional attention to detail.
• You will work with writers, workflow managers, Knowledge Management, Legal, Compliance, Investments, Product Management, Product Development, Sales and Client teams to ensure content remains accurate, compliant and aligned with firm messaging.
• You will partner with senior writers and managers to tailor approved content appropriately for specific client opportunities while maintaining consistency with firm standards and regulatory requirements.
• You will support the ongoing maintenance and improvement of content within the RFP knowledge base by identifying opportunities to update, refine and enhance content quality.
• You will actively engage with AI and automation tools to improve productivity and streamline processes. This includes identifying appropriate opportunities for AI-assisted drafting, research support and workflow optimisation, while always applying appropriate human review to ensure content remains accurate, compliant, client-appropriate and aligned to Janus Henderson standards.
• You will contribute to continuous improvement initiatives that enhance efficiency, scalability and quality across the proposal-writing process.
• You will maintain accurate workflow and production records, recognising that these form the basis of team reporting, metrics and management information.
• You should embody a growth mindset and be willing to embrace organisational change, ongoing learning and new technologies within a fast-paced production environment.
• You may be asked to carry out other duties as assigned.

What to expect when you join our firm

• Hybrid working and reasonable accommodations
• Generous Holiday policies
• Private Medical Insurance
• Life Insurance Cover
• 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, Apple Health, Strava
• All employee events including networking opportunities and social activities
• Annual SZÉP Card allowance

Must have skills

• Strong written communication skills with excellent attention to detail, proofreading ability and commitment to producing high-quality, accurate content.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate ffectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
• Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, prioritise effectively and consistently meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Comfortable working to client-driven deadlines while maintaining high standards of quality and accuracy.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues across different teams, locations and time zones.
• An interest in investment markets, asset management and financial services, together with a willingness to build knowledge across Janus Henderson's investment capabilities.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail when working with quantitative, qualitative and product-related information.
• Ability to review, validate and challenge information to ensure content is accurate, current, internally consistent and appropriately sourced.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Teams.
• Adaptable, proactive and solutions-oriented, with excellent organisational and project coordination skills.
• Interest in AI, automation and process-improvement technologies, with a willingness to learn how these tools can be used responsibly in a regulated environment.
• Demonstrated ability to exercise sound judgement when using AI-generated content, ensuring all outputs are independently reviewed, fact-checked and validated before use.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.

Nice to have skills

• Previous experience within financial services, asset management, investment marketing or a regulated industry.
• Experience writing, editing, proofreading or producing client-facing documentation.
• Experience working with structured content databases, knowledge management systems or content repositories.
• Experience using AI, automation or workflow technologies to improve efficiency, productivity or content quality.
• Familiarity with DDQs, RFIs, RFPs or other questionnaire-based responses.
• Experience working with data and translating complex information into clear written content.
• Experience working across cultures and supporting globally distributed teams.
• Understanding of version control, document management and audit-ready record retention processes.

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

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Annual Bonus Opportunity: Position may be 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 here.

Janus Henderson Investors is an equal opportunity 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.

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.