Senior Business Analyst - Operations Change Management (M&A focused)

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

To join the Change Management Team, leading change initiatives on behalf of Global Operations. This role will support Global Operations to support and deliver large and complex transformational change initiatives. The role holder will work within an Operations Change Team and have a pivotal part in analyzing, structuring, and executing M&A transactions.

Duties Include:

• Define, develop, and maintain plans for Operations initiated by change events or M&A
• Manage the intake, prioritization, and allocation of support requests, ensuring timely delivery of Operations commitments
• Adhere to the M&A project lifecycle, maintaining all related documentation and tracking dependencies
• Establish clear structure, roles, responsibilities, and governance
• Drive stakeholder engagement across global Operations and wider business, presenting progress, addressing issues, and facilitating decision-making
• Ensure proper management and resourcing of external vendors for successful delivery
• Ensure seamless business integration and drive strategic initiatives to boost operational efficiency and growth
• Act as a liaison among senior leadership, finance, legal, and operational teams to align business objectives with M&A activities
• Perform additional duties as needed.

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

Must have

• Experience in Global Operations
• Over 3 years in business analysis, strategy, or M&A Operations in Asset Management, Financial Services, or Consultancy
• Strong analytical skills, strategic mindset, and experience with cross-functional teams
• Effective leader, skilled in influencing Working and Steering Groups, and motivating teams
• Proficient in Microsoft Office tools including Teams, Project, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Highly organized with excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Proactive, delivery-focused attitude
• Relevant Project Management certifications

Nice to have

• Previous experience within Asset Management would be highly desirable
• Direct experience with M&A Operations with a focus on Implementation / integration activity

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 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

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.