Portfolio Manager - UK Small Cap Equities

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
 

We are seeking an experienced Equity Portfolio Manager to join our UK Small Cap Equities team.

The successful candidate will:

• Join as a Portfolio Manager on UK Small Cap Equities strategies, working alongside the existing team
• Ensure alignment with the firm’s investment strategy and performance targets
• Perform detailed fundamental research, including financial analysis and valuation of companies within the investment universe
• Conduct rigorous sector and market research to identify investment opportunities and understand risk factors
• Visit companies, attend industry conferences, and maintain dialogue with company management as part of formulating investment theses
• Monitor market trends and economic indications to anticipate changes impacting the portfolio
• Regularly present investment ideas and portfolio updates to senior management and stakeholders
• Pitch stocks for inclusion in the portfolio
• Collaborate with other team members to share insights, strategies and research findings
• Partner with other PMs to construct investment portfolios that align with the risk-return objectives, market conditions, and client mandates
• Monitor and adjust portfolio risk exposures using quantitative risk management techniques, ensuring compliance with regulatory and internal risk guidelines
• Contribute to sales and relationship management, presenting to clients or providing updates (verbal and written)
• 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

• UK Small Cap Equities Portfolio Management experience, with a strong track record of performance
• Investment Trust experience
• Experience in, and a clear approach to portfolio construction
• An approach to risk management that incorporates standard frameworks, such as portfolio-level factors and scenario analysis, as well as security-level risk management
• Excellent analytical skills, with the ability to conduct detailed financial analysis and valuation
• A deep understanding of the UK equity market, including sector-specific trends, regulatory environments, and key financial metrics
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to present investment ideas and portfolio updates effectively
• Self-motivated and able to work independently, with the ability to work effectively under pressure
• Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and develop relationships internally and externally

Nice to have skills

• ACA or CFA qualification or equivalent preferred
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, or other related field

Investment areas

• Responsible for managing portfolios within the UK Small Cap asset class

Supervisory responsibilities

• No

Potential for growth

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

For those in scope of Knowledge & Competence (MiFID II)

• Knowledge of financial markets, financial markets function and the impact of economic figures and national/regional/global events on markets
• Understanding of issues relating to market abuse and anti-money laundering
• Annual attestation

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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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.