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

The Residential Whole Loan Trader will be responsible for working directly with portfolio managers to model, price, and analyze residential whole loan pools, including jumbo loans, non-QM loans, closed-end second liens, and HELOCs. This role requires expertise in loan-level modeling, risk measurement and management, and market analysis to optimize trading strategies and portfolio performance.

• Loan Pool Analysis: Collaborate with portfolio managers to model, price, and analyze residential whole loan pools, including various loan types such as jumbo, non-QM, closed-end second liens, and HELOCs.
• Modeling Workflow: Establish behavioral model forecasts at the loan level, conduct stress and scenario analysis, and evaluate the relative value of various forms of debt and securitization structural features.
• Post-Acquisition Surveillance: Monitor portfolio performance post-acquisition, track performance against expectations and market benchmarks.
• Coordination: Work closely with portfolio management, operations, and transaction management teams to ensure successful execution of trading strategies.
• Risk Management: Coordinate with risk management to design and implement hedging programs on the loan portfolio, and track P&L and hedges effectively.
• Market Analysis: Monitor market trends, pricing dynamics, and regulatory changes to inform and adjust trading strategies.
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure adherence to relevant industry regulations and company policies.
• Technical Expertise: Apply cashflow modeling, statistical and econometric modeling, aided by software like IntexCalc, IntexDealmaker, YieldBook, and Bloomberg to analyze whole loan pools and price and model risk

• 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
• 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

• Previous trading experience in residential whole loans.
• Bachelor's Degree required, preferably in mathematics, technical sciences, business, finance or economics
• Minimum of five years trading experience required
• Knowledge of Bloomberg and other market data platforms, including execution platforms
• Knowledge of Intex Solutions, Yield Book and other applications applicable to role
• Ability to prioritize and manage time and risk accordingly
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and customer service skills

• Independent judgement with strong analytical and risk assessment skills

• Ability to build key internal relationships with Fund Managers and external relationships with brokers

Nice to have skills

• Programming skills (C#, Python, VBA) strongly preferred
• Derivatives and FX experience, including swaps, futures and forwards strongly desired

Supervisory responsibilities

• No

Potential for growth

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

Compensation information

The base salary range for this position is $180,000 - $210,000. This range is estimated for this role. Actual pay may be different.  This role will remain open through August 2025.

Colorado law requires an estimated closing date for job postings. Please don't be discouraged from applying if you see this date has passed.

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 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 here.

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.