Complex Securities Analyst

Janus Henderson Investors•Denver, CO

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

As Complex Securities Analyst you will be responsible for ensuring the seamless operation of OTC trade lifecycle processes across multiple asset classes and products. The team’s remit includes Trade Affirmation & Capture, Settlement & Cashflows, Collateral & Margin and complex securities. As analyst you will ensure operational excellence, risk mitigation, and regulatory compliance, while fostering a collaborative and high-performing culture. Act as a primary point of contact for internal and external stakeholders, including investment teams, brokers, custodians, and technology partners.

Requirements

Trade Operations Expertise: Significant experience within OTC lifecycle processes, ideally covering confirmation, settlement, and collateral.
System knowledge: Experience with OTC operations systems such as MarkitSERV, Aladdin, SWIFT, Bloomberg, or comparable collateral management tool
Team Leadership: Proven experience managing and developing a team within a financial services or asset management environment.
Operational Control: Strong understanding of operational risk, control frameworks, and regulatory requirements.
Stakeholder Management: Excellent relationship-building skills with the ability to work effectively across departments and with external partners.
Educational Background: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience in a relevant field.
Management and Inspiration: Strong management skills with the ability to inspire and motivate others, fostering a collaborative and high-performing team culture.
Team-Oriented and Client-Focused: A strong sense of teamwork and a consistent focus on meeting client needs, ensuring exceptional service and satisfaction.

Nice To Haves

Process Improvement: Demonstrated ability to identify and implement process enhancements to drive efficiency and mitigate risk.
Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, enabling clear and effective interactions with stakeholders at all levels.
Relationship Building: Ability to build effective relationships across all levels of the business, promoting trust and collaboration.
Approachable and Open-Minded: Known for being approachable and open-minded, creating an inclusive and supportive work environment.
Client Interaction: Liaise with clients, brokers, and custodians to resolve any operational issues.

Responsibilities

Provide trade support for complex securities, including OTC derivatives and private placements
Ensure accurate and timely processing of trades, confirmations, settlements, collateral movements, and corporate actions
Provide timely resolution of inquiries related to OTC instruments from internal and external clients including traders, portfolio managers, custodians and counterparties
Coordinate with traders, brokers, custodians and internal teams for smooth processing.
Identify, establish, and implement standard methodologies regarding trade operations.
Collaborate with Operations Leadership to enhance the operating model, drive process improvements, and support strategic initiatives.
Support and lead operational projects, including the design, testing, and implementation of new processes and system enhancements.
Ensure compliance with internal policies and external regulations, representing the Trade Operations function in audits and regulatory reviews.
Maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, acting as a key point of escalation for operational issues.
Develop and maintain operational policies and procedures, ensuring best practice and continuous improvement.
Perform additional duties as assigned.

Benefits

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
Annual discretionary bonus award from the profit pool
Competitive compensation
Pension/retirement plans
Various health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits