Assistant Company Secretary (8mth FTC)

Why work for us?
A career at Janus Henderson is more than a job, it’s about investing in 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!
This is a part-time 4 days a week, 8 months FTC.
Your opportunity
As a member of the Janus Henderson Group Secretariat team you will provide corporate secretarial services and support to the Group’s UK Boards and Committees. This role provides a unique opportunity to work amongst a high-performing and well-regarded team, operating at all levels of the Group, including liaison with Executive & Non-Executive Directors and Senior Management. • Provide a full range of corporate secretarial support services, including in relation to the UK regulated entity boards and committees, as needed.

• Services provided will include preparing agendas for board and committee meetings, attending meetings, preparing minutes, managing minute reviews and following up action items. They will also include liaising with management regarding the provision and content of board papers.
• Provide corporate governance advice and support to the business, to ensure that the Group’s boards and committees are operating effectively and in accordance with best practice from a corporate governance perspective.
• Partner with the Head of Secretariat and the Company Secretary on governance initiatives, including representing the team on projects being undertaken in the Group and driving the implementation of changes where required.
• Managing and responding to KYC and other information requests.
• Assisting with the identification and implementation of process improvements for the team.
• You will carry out other duties as assigned.

What to expect when you join our firm

• Hybrid working and reasonable accommodations
• 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
• All-inclusive approach to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
• Maternal/paternal leave benefits
• Complimentary subscription to Headspace – the mindfulness app
• Corporate membership to ClassPass and other health and well-being benefits
• All employee events including networking opportunities and social activities

Must have skills
• Experience of working in a company secretarial/governance role • Minute taking experience • Knowledge of board processes and procedures

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to follow complex instructions and processes
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to perform under pressure and on own initiative

Nice to have skills

• Relevant Company Secretarial qualifications
• Knowledge of relevant company law and company secretarial requirements

Supervisory responsibilities

• No

Potential for growth

• Mentoring
• Leadership development programs
• Regular training
• Career development services
• Continuing education course

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 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 recruiter@janushenderson.com 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 checks.