Compliance Manager - SMA / Managed Accounts

Compliance Manager - SMA / Managed Accounts

City: Denver Division: Risk & Compliance (ex Lux)

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

• Review and monitor SMA portfolios for compliance with client-specific and firmwide guidelines and restrictions.
• Support pre-trade and post-trade compliance monitoring processes as well as provide compliance support to portfolio management and trading.
• Investigate, document, and escalate guideline breaches and compliance exceptions.
• Review and interpret Investment Management Agreements (IMAs), IPS documents, and client handbooks.
• Assist with compliance related client onboarding processes and procedures.
• Conduct periodic testing and compliance reviews in the SMA and Models business and present key trends and observations on a regular cadence.
• Advise on new products, highlighting potential compliance issues.
• Partner with the Head of SMA Development, Portfolio Management, Operations, Trading, and Technology to resolve compliance issues.
• Assist with regulatory exams, internal audits, and requests related to SMA programs.
• Develop, implement, and maintain policies, procedures, and processes to address key regulatory, compliance, and reputational risk areas for the SMA/Model businessliaising with compliance and legal teams across the organizationand support policy updates related to Rule 3a-4, the Advisers Act, fiduciary duties, best execution, and suitability standards for SMA/Model business.
• Review and maintain external disclosures and content related to the SMA business.
• Build and maintain relationships with senior management across the business and within Compliance globally.
• Keep informed of regulatory changes impactful to the SMA/Model business, trends, and focus within the industry and assist with assessing impact to the firm, including the creation of, or enhancements to, compliance controls and oversight.
• Provide periodic Compliance training to employees as needed.
• Carry out additional duties as assigned.

What to expect when you join our firm

• Hybrid working and reasonable accommodations
• Generous Holiday policies
• Paid volunteer time
• 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
• Supervisory responsibilities No
• Potential for growth
• Mentoring
• Leadership development programs
• Regular training
• Career development services
• Continuing education courses

Must have skills

• At least 7 years of experience in investment management or advisory compliance
• Direct experience with SMA structures, portfolio guidelines, or wealth management platforms preferred
• Knowledge of Advisers Act of 1940, fiduciary standards, and custodian requirements
• Understanding of current and proposed regulatory requirements impacting advisory services (e.g., SMAs) industry a plus.
• Familiarity with trading/compliance systems (e.g., Archer, Charles River, Aladdin)
• Strong documentation, analytical, and cross-functional communication skills

Compensation information

The base salary range for this position is $100,000 - $125,000. This range is estimated for this role. Actual pay may be different. This position will be open through June 30, 2026. Colorado law requires an estimated closing date for job postings. Please don't be discouraged from applying if you see this date has passed.

At Janus Henderson Investors we're committed to an inclusive and supportive environment. We believe diversity improves results and we welcome applications from candidates 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.