Research Associate - Investment Graduate Programme 2026 in City of London

Press Tab to Move to Skip to Content Link

Select how often (in days) to receive an alert:

City: London

Division: EMEA & Asia Pac Equity

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

This is a two-year graduate programme with three 8-month rotations within Investments focusing on gaining first-hand experience across asset classes and discovering what your future would be like with us through induction, on the job learning, skills trainings and networking.

The Programme is designed to provide you with:

• Exposure to more than one of our asset classes (Equities, Fixed Income, Multi-Asset and Diversified Alternatives)
• Key skills required to become a well-rounded investment professional
• Training which will be provided as a combination of ‘on-the-job’ and formal learning. Both soft skills (e.g. presentation skills) and technical skills (e.g. Python) will be developed
• Relevant professional qualifications – you will have the opportunity to complete the IMC and CFA
• A chance to work alongside, and learn from, some of the best professionals in the industry

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
• Maternal/paternal leave benefits and family services
• Complimentary subscription to Headspace – the mindfulness app
• Opportunity to network with Janus Henderson employees globally

Must have skills

• Obtained, or expected to achieve a 2.1 degree or above (or equivalent). We care about all aspects of difference including diversity of thought, so we don\'t mind what subjects you have studied, and want to hear from a broad range of disciplines
• You must have graduated from an Undergraduate or Masters degree in 2025 or be graduating in 2026 and be available to start full time work from September 2026
• Strong interest in financial markets and current affairs
• A good working knowledge of Excel
• Passionate about providing excellent client service
• An analytical mindset
• Naturally curious and willing to ask questions
• Desire to work and succeed within a collaborative team
• Highly numerate with strong attention to detail

Nice to have skills

• Python
• Power BI

Potential for growth

• Regular training
• Investment trips
• 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 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 earlycareers@janushenderson.com .

Please submit your online application with CV and cover letter to us by Friday, 31 October 2025.

#LI-LN1 #LI-Hybrid

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).

All applicants must be willing to comply with the provisions of Janus Henderson 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. Janus Henderson 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. All applications are subject to background checks.