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Asset Backed Securities Analyst

Job Overview

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Compensation

Salary
Range $90,000.00 - $110,000.00
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Pension Plan
Retirement Plan
Paid Time Off
Parental leave
Professional Development
Flexible work schedule

Job Description

Janus Henderson Investors is a premier global investment management firm dedicated to helping clients achieve superior financial outcomes through a combination of differentiated insights, disciplined investments, and world-class service. Headquartered in Denver, Janus Henderson has established itself as a trusted leader in the financial industry, particularly known for its commitment to client success and innovation in investment strategies. The firm operates with a clear mission to protect and grow its core business, amplify its strengths, and diversify in areas where it can deliver the highest value. Guided by fundamental values such as putting clients first, prioritizing execution over intention, fostering collaborative success, embracing diversity, and building trust through transparency, Janus Henderson cultivates a culture of excellence and integrity.

This opportunity is for a pivotal role within the Fixed Income division, focused on supporting the securitized products investment team. The chosen candidate will primarily work with Asset-Backed Securities (ABS) across diverse sectors including autos, equipment, data centers, and a spectrum of esoteric ABS. The role demands deep sector expertise and proficiency in structured finance analytics to analyze opportunities across the entire capital stack. Key responsibilities include generating insightful investment recommendations centered on attractive risk-adjusted returns, capital preservation, and income generation. Leveraging industry tools such as Intex and Bloomberg, the analyst will conduct detailed cash-flow, structural, and scenario analyses to comprehensively evaluate potential investments.

In addition to the analytical focus, this role offers the unique opportunity to contribute to the development, launch, and management of new ABS strategies encompassing both public and private markets. The analyst will partner closely with internal risk and analytics teams to refine portfolio risk measures, monitor ongoing portfolio performance, and continuously update relative-value and sector models. This collaborative environment supports independent work balanced with teamwork and continuous learning.

Offering a competitive base salary ranging from $90,000 to $110,000, Janus Henderson ensures its team members benefit from a comprehensive rewards package including pension and retirement plans, health and wellbeing benefits, and lifestyle advantages. The company fosters a hybrid working environment, supports career development through mentorship programs, leadership training, continuing education, and offers generous holiday and parental leave policies. Employees enjoy unique perks such as complimentary subscriptions to mindfulness and fitness apps, wellness initiatives, and engaging employee events. This role also presents an annual discretionary bonus opportunity linked to company and individual performance.

Janus Henderson is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive environment where diversity enhances results. They encourage applicants from all backgrounds and offer reasonable accommodations during the recruitment process to support equitable hiring. Candidates are expected to adhere to regulatory and ethical standards applicable to the industry, ensuring compliance with investment advisory codes and firm policies.

If you are driven by analytical rigor, passionate about fixed income markets, and eager to contribute to a forward-thinking investment team, this position offers a remarkable platform for professional growth and impact. Join Janus Henderson Investors in Denver and be a part of a firm that is invested in your future and the futures of its clients.

Job Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree required
  • strong analytical and financial modeling skills including structured-finance cash-flow and scenario analysis
  • proficiency in Excel Bloomberg and Intex
  • working knowledge of programming or scripting such as Python SQL VBA used for data analysis automation or portfolio surveillance
  • solid understanding of fixed income markets structured products and credit analysis
  • ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a team
  • strong attention to detail and ability to synthesize large volumes of information quickly
  • commitment to building and supporting the investment platform

Job Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree
  • strong analytical and financial modeling skills including structured-finance cash-flow and scenario analysis
  • proficiency in Excel Bloomberg and Intex
  • working knowledge of programming or scripting such as Python SQL VBA used for data analysis automation or portfolio surveillance
  • solid understanding of fixed income markets structured products and credit analysis
  • ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a team
  • strong attention to detail and ability to synthesize large volumes of information quickly
  • commitment to building and supporting the investment platform
  • post-graduate degree such as MBA CFA and or CPA helpful
  • strong creativity initiative and drive
  • strong verbal and written communication skills with demonstrated ability to communicate articulately concisely and persuasively
  • strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships internally and externally

Job Duties

  • Act as a securitized products analyst with a primary focus on ABS while maintaining the ability to evaluate opportunities across other securitized sectors as needed
  • generate and communicate investment recommendations focused on attractive risk-adjusted returns income generation and capital preservation
  • analyze and articulate key drivers of return including carry duration volatility liquidity optionality and credit default risk
  • perform detailed cash-flow structural and scenario analysis using industry-standard tools including Intex and Bloomberg
  • build maintain and monitor relative-value and sector models updating assumptions and outputs on an ongoing basis
  • partner with internal risk and analytics teams to develop monitor and refine securitized-portfolio risk measures and reporting tools
  • conduct ongoing portfolio surveillance and performance monitoring for existing holdings
  • carry out other duties as assigned

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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