Fixed Income Trader (Maternity Contract)

Your opportunityExecute 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 and 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 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

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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 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 ..... full job details .....