Operational Risk Associate

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 

• Be a key member in overseeing and implementing the Janus Henderson Operational Risk Methodology.
• Independently analyze risk data, develop insights, and prepare management information (MI) and reports for Operational Risk and Business leadership.
• Contribute to the documentation and development of Board Reporting, including risk assessment across the firm and Key Risk Indicators (KRI).
• Collaborate with control and risk owners to ensure robust Risk and Control Self-Assessments (RCSAs) and effective documentation within our Governance, Risk & Control (GRC) system.
• Document issues identified through RCSAs, including lessons learned and findings from Assurance functions, external auditors, and regulators.
• Support the oversight of the risk events process, including challenging first-line business functions.
• Ensure completeness and accuracy of remediation actions in the GRC system.
• Monitor mitigating actions for growing risk exposures or breaches of risk appetite statements.
• Lead in-depth reviews, control assurance, and testing activities as needed.
• Assist with the delivery of projects and ongoing risk training initiatives.
• Perform additional 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
• Discounted 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

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Risk Management, or related field.
• At least 2.5 years of experience in financial services or consulting, with a preference for asset management and/or risk management experience.
• Solid understanding of risk management principles, policies, and methodologies.
• Ability to solve problems creatively, think critically, and manage multiple tasks with high accuracy in a dynamic environment.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, capable of engaging both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• High level of proficiency in MS Office Suite and strong organizational skills.
• Self-motivation, adaptability, and a strong sense of team commitment and accountability.
• Professional qualifications (e.g., Securities Industry Essentials (SIE)) are preferred.

Nice to have skills

• Experience developing, communicating and training risk management policies and procedures
• Experience with data visualization tools such as Power BI, Tableau, or similar platforms
• Presentation, storytelling, communication, and stakeholder management skills to bring complex data problems and visuals to life
• Risk Management Certification (IRM, PRM, etc.)

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 $75,000-$80,000. This range is estimated for this role. Actual pay may be different. This position will be open through the end of November 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.

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

#LI-CH2  #LI-Hybrid

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.