Job Description

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

• Conduct complex, technical analysis to determine effectiveness of variable pay plans, forecast costs, and recommends changes. May also coordinate the design, development, communication and implementation of global sales variable pay plans
• Conduct ad-hoc research studies on compensation concepts and marketplace practices. Study marketplace trends and survey data and make recommendations for changes to compensation programs and strategies based on findings
• Coordinate and manage data for participation in market compensation surveys and analyze results
• Conduct job evaluation studies to formally match roles to the market, and for roles in the US to determine FLSA exemption status
• Facilitate the annual compensation round, including gaining approval for proposed base pay increases, managing department profit pools, facilitating department and individual and allocations process, administering payments to employees
• Prepare special studies and recommendations on subjects such as base pay, variable pay, equity, performance management and executive pay programs.
• Develop management and employee communication materials to support the company’s global compensation programs, to include the creating and delivery of Compensation and Total Reward Statements
• Review, draft and provide technical support and guidance on compensation for employment offer letters and contracts
• Compile information and draft language for the Company’s public disclosures, or in response to regulatory inquiries, and for client RFPs
• Create board materials as requested
• Ensure compliance with compensation laws globally
• May lead and direct the work of others
• Carry out other 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
• Corporate 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

• Experience in the research, analysis, design, development, implementation, communication and administration of compensation programs
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to accumulate, organize and assimilate large amounts of data and information
• Advanced knowledge of Excel and PowerPoint
• Strong knowledge of compensation practices, laws, and regulations
• Proven skills in job valuation methodologies
• High degree of accuracy and attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Ability to plan, prioritize and organize effectively
• Versatility to work with stakeholders at all organizational levels
• Ability to consider bigger picture, whilst owning and focusing on details that support recommendations

Nice to have skills

• Experience in the design, development and implementation of sales variable pay plans
• Bachelor’s degree in business administration or related field
• Experience in Market Pay and Success Factors preferred

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 $120,000 - $140,000. This range is estimated for this role. Actual pay may be different. This role will be posted through October 30, 2025.

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

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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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.

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