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! Your opportunity + Take the lead in ensuring that the Vendor Management Office (VMO) continues to demonstrate ongoing compliance with regards to the external regulatory environment (such as DORA). These external factors heavily influence the VMO’s vendor oversight efforts and continue to result in a growing function in both scale and complexity. The successful candidate will be eager to support the implementation of key deliverables under this critical activity. + Assist in maintaining and leading the vendor management risk review and performance management schedules. + Oversee and maintain the VMO’s internal database of vendor information, including (but not limited to): profile; services; spend; and other notable contract information. + Facilitate vendor risk oversight reviews by collaborating with internal risk groups and vendor contacts. + Effectively liaise and partner with internal leaders to ensure alignment regarding the VMO’s programme requirements, strategic processes and ongoing objectives. + Supervise and report metrics for vendor performance, risk levels and external industry factors in accordance with global regulations and best practice methodologies. + Partner with stakeholders to provide insightful commercial analysis regarding Janus Henderson’s critical vendors. + Assist in maintaining and evolving the VMO’s framework for vendor ESG oversight, reporting and risk mitigation. + Carry out other 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 + All-inclusive approach to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion + 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 + At least two years of experience in vendor management and/or procurement. + A Bachelor’s degree. + Highly organised, with the ability to complete multiple tasks simultaneously. + Familiarity with working in a highly regulated environment, including experience in demonstrating compliance with evolving regulatory requirements. + Prior experience in managing vendors (ideally within the financial industry). + Prior contract or management of service level agreements experience. + Ability to work with, and build, relationships with various individuals at all levels of the company. + Ability to coordinate projects encompassing multiple departments and individuals. + Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal skills. + Enjoys working in both a close team environment and autonomously. + Highly proficient in MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint. + Ability to build and analyse reports focusing on multi-year trends. + Takes a proactive approach to their work. Nice to have skills + MBA or higher level education certificate. + Familiarity with basic ESG terminology and principles. + Proficient in Power BI. Potential for growth + Mentoring + Leadership development programs + Regular training + Career development services + Continuing education courses 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. Compensation information The base salary range for this position is $70,000-80,000. This range is estimated for this role. Actual pay may be different. This role will be posted through September 30, 2024. Annual Bonus Opportunity: Position is eligible to receive an annual discretionary bonus award from the profit pool. The profit pool is funded based on Company profits. Individual bonuses are determined based on Company, department, team and individual performance. Benefits: Janus Henderson is committed to offering a comprehensive total rewards package to eligible employees that includes; competitive compensation, pension/retirement plans, and various health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits. To learn more about our offerings please visit the Why Join Us section on the career page here (https://www.janushenderson.com/careers/) . Janus Henderson Investors 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. 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). You should be willing to adhere to the provisions of our 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. 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.