Senior Compliance Manager

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

As Senior Compliance Manager within the Investment Guideline Implementation Team, you will play a visible and critical role in the firm’s investment compliance framework. You will manage and perform key elements of investment compliance monitoring, with a particular focus on the design, deployment and oversight of Aladdin compliance tests. You will use your technical, analytical and relationship-building skills to strengthen automation, efficiency and the control environment.

• Collaborate with Investment, Trading, Legal, Operations, ESG, Data and Client Services teams to assess compliance requirements and ensure contractual terms can be monitored accurately within Aladdin.
• Review legal documents and translate investment restrictions into logic-based investment guideline rules for automated testing in Aladdin.
• Develop, test and maintain Aladdin rules for new account onboarding, amendments, back-to-source reviews, new instruments, new products and system upgrades.
• Partner with Technology and other internal teams to test and implement compliance requirements, workflows and system enhancements.
• Improve daily guideline oversight by increasing automation, strengthening preventative controls and reducing manual testing.
• Identify solutions to complex issues and present recommendations clearly to stakeholders and senior management.
• Represent Investment Compliance in business projects and working groups, while maintaining strong relationships across the global Compliance function.
• Monitor relevant regulatory developments and emerging topics that may affect Investment Compliance.
• Contribute to the development of AI tools that support the Global Guideline Implementation Team.
• 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 Wellhub
• 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
• Unique employee events and programs including a 14er challenge
• Complimentary beverages, snacks and all employee Happy Hours

Must have skills

• A minimum of 8 years of investment compliance experience.
• Advanced working knowledge of Aladdin and investment compliance methodologies and techniques.
• Strong knowledge of US investment laws and regulations, including the Investment Advisers Act of 1940, the Investment Company Act of 1940 and applicable FINRA requirements.
• Significant experience with complex investment products, derivatives, fund management and trading activities.
• Strong analytical skills, attention to detail and the ability to exercise balanced judgement and make sound decisions.
• Ability to solve complex problems, manage competing priorities and deliver accurate work within tight deadlines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to influence, build relationships and communicate effectively at all levels.
• A proactive and self-sufficient approach, with the judgement to escalate issues when appropriate.

Nice to have skills

• Working knowledge of Microsoft SQL, Python, Snowflake or Power Automate.
• Experience improving compliance processes through automation or technology-enabled controls.
• Experience contributing to AI-enabled tools or other emerging technology solutions in a compliance environment.

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 $150,000 -$165,000. This range is estimated for this role. Actual pay may be different. This position will be open through November 30, 2026.

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

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.

Recruiter:  Morgan Magness   

People Business Partner:  Ali Barry   

Hiring Manager:  Gus Croudace   

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.

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.