Senior Investment Solutions Specialist

Your opportunity We are seeking a senior, commercially oriented investment specialist to help Janus Henderson scale differentiated solutions at the intersection of alternatives, income, ETFs, and portfolio innovation. This role is designed for a top‑decile candidate who can operate across private markets, public market implementation, and advisor‑facing portfolio construction — translating complex investment capabilities into practical, high‑conviction client conversations. The ideal candidate will bring credibility across alternative investments, income‑oriented solutions, active ETF implementation, and emerging portfolio structures. They will help position Janus Henderson as a forward‑looking partner for advisors and institutions seeking differentiated sources of income, diversification, risk management, and scalable implementation across traditional and alternative allocations. This is not a narrow product specialist role. It is a strategic growth role for someone who can connect investment insight, commercial judgment, client education, and innovation — helping shape how we bring alternatives, income, and ETF‑based solutions to market. Responsibilities Serve as a senior subject matter expert across alternatives, private markets, income solutions, and non‑traditional ETF strategies Lead client and advisor conversations on portfolio construction, alternative allocations, income generation, diversification, liquidity, access, and implementation Partner with sales, national accounts, model portfolio teams, product, portfolio management, ETF capital markets, and marketing to accelerate commercial adoption Help shape positioning for private credit, asset‑backed finance, securitized credit, real assets, derivative income, structured outcomes, and hybrid public/private portfolio solutions Translate complex investment capabilities into clear, practical narratives for advisors, home offices and platforms Develop high‑quality thought leadership, client presentations, training materials, playbooks, and market commentary that support differentiated positioning Identify growth opportunities across client types, including RIAs/RIA Aggregators, ETF model firms, family offices Provide field intelligence on advisor demand, competitive positioning, implementation barriers, product gaps, and emerging market opportunities Contribute to innovation initiatives involving ETFs, models, alternative access structures, income‑oriented solutions, and next‑generation portfolio delivery Act as a connective force across investment teams and distribution, ensuring that our strongest capabilities are translated into scalable client outcomes Carry out other duties as assigned What to expect when you join our firm Hybrid working and reasonable accommodations Excellent Health and Wellbeing benefits including corporate membership to Wellhub 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 Maternal/paternal leave benefits and family services Unique employee events and programs including a 14er challenge Complimentary beverages, snacks and all employee Happy Hours Must have skills 10+ years of relevant experience in asset management, alternatives, ETFs, portfolio construction, wealth management, or institutional distribution Demonstrated credibility in client‑facing investment specialist, strategist, consultant, portfolio construction, or product strategy roles Strong working knowledge of ETFs, active management, private markets, alternative investments, income strategies, and multi‑asset implementation Ability to discuss portfolio construction across public equities, fixed income, alternatives, private markets, and income‑oriented strategies Proven ability to simplify complex investment concepts for sophisticated advisor, platform, consultant, and institutional audiences Strong commercial instincts, executive presence, presentation skills, and ability to influence across internal and external stakeholders Track record of partnering effectively with sales, product, portfolio management, marketing, and leadership teams to drive business outcomes Nice to have skills CFA, CAIA, MBA, or other advanced investment credential strongly preferred Deep experience in one or more differentiated growth areas, including private credit, asset‑backed finance, securitized credit, real assets, derivatives, structured products, model portfolios, or active ETFs Experience supporting advisor education, home office relationships, platform due diligence, model adoption, or institutional consultant engagement Familiarity with alternative access structures, interval funds, tender offer funds, BDCs, private funds, SMAs, ETFs, and model delivery frameworks Strong understanding of how advisors evaluate liquidity, fees, risk, income durability, tax considerations, and implementation trade‑offs Existing relationships across key distribution channels, including wirehouses, RIAs, banks, independent broker‑dealers, TAMPs, consultants, or institutional platforms Supervisory responsibilities No Potential for growth Regular training Continuing education courses Compensation information The base salary range for this position is $180,000-$210,000. This range is estimated for this role. Actual pay may be different. This position will be open through August 31, 2026. Annual Bonus Opportunity 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. 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. Equal Opportunity Employment 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. Compliance and Regulatory 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. Legal Notice Colorado law requires an estimated closing date for job postings. Please don't be discouraged from applying if you see this date has passed. #J-18808-Ljbffr GWP