Corporate Graduate - People Operations

Janus Henderson Investors•Denver, CO

3d•$70,000 - $75,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Janus Henderson’s Corporate Graduate – People Operations role is a 12-month graduate program beginning in August 2027. The program provides first-hand experience through induction, on-the-job learning, skills training, and networking. Graduates who successfully complete the program will be considered for full-time positions at its end. The role supports People Operations by maintaining accurate employee and organizational records, assisting with onboarding and employee lifecycle operations, and supporting payroll reporting and audits. It also involves providing system support, coordinating with People Systems and Technology, maintaining process documentation and employee records, preparing employment letters and job descriptions, and identifying opportunities to improve team processes. The position is hybrid. It may be eligible for an annual discretionary bonus award funded from the company profit pool. Employees are expected to comply with the firm’s Investment Advisory Code of Ethics, relevant regulatory obligations, and applicable company policies. Applications are subject to background checks.

Requirements

Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
Well-practiced knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Ability to balance and complete multiple priorities simultaneously.
Ability to build effective relationships with People Team peers and work well as a team member.
Ability to work well independently.
Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information professionally and appropriately.
Willingness to adhere to the Investment Advisory Code of Ethics and related personal securities, disclosure, and certification requirements.
Ability to understand and abide by the firm's regulatory obligations and applicable policies.

Nice To Haves

Internship experience or studies in HR.
Experience utilizing AI tools.
Knowledge of HRIS systems.
Experience executing and validating reports using standard reporting tools.
Analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

Enter global employee and organizational changes in the HR system of record, including job postings, pay changes, transfers, and terminations, with a high degree of accuracy.
Support the operational aspects of employee onboarding.
Support the People Business Partner team with employee lifecycle operations.
Run regular audits of employee and organizational data using reporting tools.
Support the semi-monthly payroll process by running required reports, auditing and resolving data errors, and collaborating with Payroll to ensure timely and accurate submissions.
Identify and suggest process improvements for the People Operations team.
Maintain detailed operational guides for team processes.
Provide first-level system support and troubleshooting for the People team.
Collaborate with People Systems and Technology on system functionality changes, including process reviews, testing, and documentation.
Produce standard letters for employment verification, unemployment claims, and other cases as required.
Prepare job descriptions and check them for consistency with global templates, local posting requirements and regulations, and formatting standards before posting.
Maintain the employee file room in accordance with record-keeping guidelines and requirements.
Carry out other duties as assigned.
Adhere to the Investment Advisory Code of Ethics, applicable regulatory obligations, and company policies.