Python jobs in United Kingdom

• Support Risk Managers in their role of helping Portfolio Managers improve the risk/return profile delivered to investors
• Contribute to the identification of risks in the portfolios covered, escalat[e] and resolve issues when identified and develop analytics and/or automate existing analytics on the desk
• Report into a senior member of the team to help oversee the broad group of portfolios. Although the role will have a specific asset class focus, we will make every effort to allow exposure to other asset classes worked on within the team
• Assist with processes to ensure that accurate risk analytics are available on a timely basis
• Analyse risk attribution reports for use by Portfolio Managers, Global Head of Investment Risk, Asset Class Heads and other interested users of the data such as senior management, marketing and compliance
• Work with Risk Managers in covering all aspects of investment risk, performance and other relevant metrics to ensure portfolios are managed in the client’s best interest
• Partner with investment teams on fund structuring and portfolio optimization strategies
• Support implementation and development of quantitative solutions for risk management
• Enhance the infrastructure supporting the generation of risk reports across different asset classes
• Carry out other duties as assigned

• Hybrid working and reasonable accommodations
• 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

• Educated to degree level or equivalent
• A strong understanding of fund risks and risk systems, as well as the strengths and weaknesses of them
• Knowledge of risk models and concepts such as tracking error, VaR, and stress testing methodologies
• Knowledge of Python, SQL, Excel, VBA
• Good knowledge of capital markets and the fixed income asset class
• Some knowledge of derivatives (types, valuation/pricing, risks)
• Experience in a similar buy side market risk role preferable, market risk experience on the sell side will also be considered
• High degree of numeracy and quantitative skills
• Excellent communication/interpersonal skills and the ability to build strong working relationships with fund managers and internal clients
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to plan and organise own workload to perform both routine and ad hoc tasks
• Ability to assimilate knowledge quickly with a desire to improve knowledge of all Janus Henderson products/funds
• A flexible approach with the ability to think laterally

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.

Position may be 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.

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.

Janus Henderson Investors is an equal opportunity 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.

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.