Fixed Income Trader (Maternity Contract)

Why work for us

A career at Janus Henderson is more than a job its about investingin 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

• Execute trades such as corporate credit credit derivatives and bond futures on behalf of Portfolio Managers adhering to Best Execution principles
• Ensure selection of the appropriate execution strategies trading tools and brokers for every order
• Where relevant conduct Transaction Cost Analysis on trading activity
• Conduct analysis of market conditions credit spreads and economic indicators to inform trading decisions
• Maintain knowledge of trends products and regulatory changes impacting credit markets
• Support Portfolio Managers with portfolio construction and risk management through providing market commentary and / or information
• Prepare and present regular reports on trading activities and market conditions to portfolio managers and analysts
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with brokers counterparties and other market participants
• Enhance and support global Janus Henderson Trading team by working on specific projects to help optimise the trading process
• Carry out additional 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

• IMC or CFA qualified or equivalent work experience
• Preferably degree educated in business mathematics or finance discipline
• Extensive experience in fixed income trading with a strong focus on credit markets essential
• Interest in financial markets
• Strong work ethic
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and make informed decisions in a fast paced environment
• Good time management
• Knowledge of relevant sector/product/instruments for the role
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills. Excellent IT skills
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills
• Ability to build and maintain core relationships internally with Fund Managers/Analysts and externally with brokers and vendors
• Ability to manage and prioritise risk accordingly cope well under pressure
• Bloomberg and other appropriate trading systems

Nice to have skills

• Charles River experience
• Exposure to the loan market trading
• Ability to code in Python or other relevant language would be advantageous but not pre-requisite

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 were committed to an inclusive and supportive environment. We believe diversity improves results and we welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds. Dont worry if you dont think you tick every box we still want to hear from you! We understand everyone has different commitments and while we cant accommodate every flexible working request were 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

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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 employees 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.