Business Analyst - Document Workflow & Process Automation

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:

We are looking for an experienced and driven Business Analyst to lead the analysis of our Document Workflow product, with a particular focus on the integration and management of the systems supporting document management in JHI, including Fundamentals, Workfront and Seismic integration. In this pivotal role, you will oversee the development and enhancement of our Distribution, Sales, and Marketing applications. Collaborating closely with cross-functional teams, you will ensure the successful execution of our product roadmap and various initiatives. The ideal candidate will possess a strong combination of business analysis skills and technical expertise, acting as the bridge between key stakeholders, external vendors, and the technical team.

Responsibilities include:

• Stakeholder Liaison: Serve as the primary intermediary between business stakeholders and development teams, translating business needs into actionable development tasks via discovery artifacts and user stories.
• Roadmap Development: Develop and maintain a comprehensive product roadmap and strategy, particularly for Document management in JHI.
• Agile Participation: Engage in Agile product development processes, including sprint planning, backlog refinement, testing and release management.
• Project Oversight: Supervise the design, development, and implementation of software projects, ensuring compliance with best practices and quality standards.
• Quality Assurance: Ensure data quality and accuracy through rigorous testing and validation processes.
• Collaboration: Work closely with the development team to ensure timely delivery of product features in accordance with specifications.
• Backlog Management: Manage the product backlog, clearly defining user stories and acceptance criteria for development tasks.
• Progress Evaluation: Assess product progress at each iteration and make necessary adjustments to ensure successful delivery.
• Stakeholder Communication: Provide clear and effective communication of progress, updates, and plans to stakeholders.
• Additional Responsibilities: Perform other duties as assigned to support the overall success of the product and organization.

This role requires a proactive individual who can drive projects forward and navigate the complexities of a multi-product, dynamic environment.

What to expect when you join our firm:

• 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

Must have skills:

• Proven experience as a Business Analyst with a track record of successfully delivering products or projects.
• Familiarity with document management and workflow systems, specifically Fundamentals, Commentary, Vermilion, Workfront and Seismic.
• Ability to translate business requirements into technical specifications.
• Strong attention to detail to ensure data quality and accuracy.
• Strong analytical skills to assess product performance and identify areas for improvement.
• Ability to solve complex problems and make data-driven decisions.
• Ability to collaborate effectively in an Agile environment.
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Enthusiasm for planning and discussing roadmaps and product strategy with stakeholders.
• Knowledge of software development lifecycle (SDLC), software architecture principles, and design patterns.

Nice to have skills:

• Database Skills: Proficiency in working with databases, particularly SQL databases like Microsoft SQL Server, Azure SQL Database, or Snowflake.
• Monitoring and Logging: Familiarity with Azure monitoring and logging tools to track application performance and diagnose issues.
• Previous experience in the financial industry or with financial reporting.
• Project management certification (e.g., Scrum, PMP).

Supervisory responsibilities: Yes

Potential for growth: Regular training, 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.

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.

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.

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.