Research Associate - Investment Graduate Programme 2027

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

Janus Henderson manages over $500Bil in AUM across 27 offices globally. With more than 350 investment professionals, our Investment Management department has some of the industry's most talented and innovative thinkers, spanning equities, fixed income, multi-asset, and alternatives. Our investment teams blend insight, originality, and precision, with rigorous analysis, structured processes, and robust risk management. They seek to be at the forefront of anticipating and adapting to change to deliver market-leading, risk-adjusted returns. 

You will complete a two-year immersion within our Equity investment team commencing in Summer 2027. The programme is designed to provide you with:

• Exposure to our various strategies and teams within the equities department with the opportunity to learn how companies and capital markets drive the global economy
• The opportunity to learn the fundamentals of equity research, including quantitative financial analysis and qualitative due diligence, while working alongside some of the best professionals in the industry  
• Training provided as a combination of ‘on-the-job’ and formal learning. Both soft skills (e.g. presentation skills) and technical skills (e.g. modelling, Bloomberg) will be developed
• Relevant professional qualifications – full sponsorship for you to complete the CFA and granting you study leaves to prepare for the exams
• Exposure to a variety of company management teams and general investment team meetings
• The ability to immediately contribute our investment process working alongside experienced analysts and portfolio managers and be a valued member of the investment team

Research Associates who excel in the role will be considered for a permanent position and promotion to Associate Analyst upon completion of the programme.

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
• All employee events including networking opportunities and social activities
• Lunch allowance for use within our subsidized onsite canteen

Must have skills

• You must have graduated from an Undergraduate or Masters degree in 2026 or be graduating in 2027 and be available to start full time work from September 2027
• A long-term interest in investing, financial markets and business
• Passionate about providing excellent client service
• Intellectual curiosity and strong analytical reasoning
• Excellent communication skills
• Desire to work and succeed within a collaborative team
• Highly numerate with great attention to detail
• Open minded / curious and willing to ask questions

Nice to have skills

• Previous finance-related internship/experience preferred
• MS Excel experience
• Python, Power BI, AI

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

Recruitment timeline

This role will be open for applications until Saturday, 31 October 2026. You are required to submit your CV and complete the additional questions. Online assessments and video interview will be conducted throughout October and November. We anticipate the assessment centre will be held in December and will be making offers by January 2027.

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 earlycareers@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.