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Associate Analyst, Equity - Communications

Janus Henderson AAA CLO ETF, Denver, CO, United States


Associate Analyst, Equity Research - Communications
Division: US Equity

Your opportunity

As an Associate Analyst on our Equity Research team, you will support fundamental research and idea generation across the Communications Services sector. This role is well suited to someone with strong analytical skills, a genuine interest in investing and in learning about new business models. The ideal candidate should be intellectually curious, highly motivated, and comfortable managing multiple priorities while producing rigorous, thoughtful research in a fast‑paced environment.

You will:

Collect, evaluate, and maintain industry and company data through a variety of channels, including sell-side research, internal and external databases, trade publications, web-based research, web scraping, and other proprietary and public sources

Build, maintain, and enhance Excel-based financial models across companies, industries, sectors, and relevant macro frameworks

Conduct primary research on key business drivers, strategic inflection points, competitive positioning, and company‑specific leverage points, including conversations with management teams, industry participants, and expert sources

Review and organize large and often imperfect datasets, synthesize information efficiently, and identify meaningful trends, risks, and opportunities

Independently expand the scope of assigned projects when doing so improves the research process or strengthens stock selection or conviction

Distill complex analysis into clear, concise, investment‑relevant conclusions for use in team discussions and decision‑making

Participate actively in Communications Services team meetings, company management meetings, and broader investment team meetings

Support evolving team priorities and take on additional responsibilities as needed in a fast‑paced, high‑accountability environment

Carry out other duties as assigned

What to expect when you join our firm

Hybrid working and reasonable accommodations

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

Discounted 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

Must have skills

Bachelor’s degree in finance, economics, accounting, business, mathematics, or a related field

3–5 years of equity research experience, preferably on the buy side and ideally with experience in the Communications Services sector

Strong ability to gather, structure, analyze, and synthesize large amounts of information from varied sources

Solid grounding in valuation and financial analysis, including DCFs and return‑based frameworks such as ROIC and ROE

Demonstrated ability to analyze financial statements and build detailed financial models

Advanced Excel skills and strong overall technical proficiency including accounting

Strong multitasking, organizational, and prioritization skills, with the ability to coordinate multiple projects in a dynamic environment

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Ability to work independently, think critically, and make well‑reasoned decisions with limited oversight

Ability to collaborate effectively and build relationships that support strong execution and business outcomes

Nice to have skills

Demonstrated intellectual curiosity, creativity, and analytical rigor in situations involving complexity or incomplete information

Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to probe important details and develop insight through thoughtful dialogue

A track record of identifying non‑obvious trends, inflection points, or competitive advantages through original research

A proactive mindset and willingness to go beyond the immediate assignment when it will improve the investment process

Investment areas

Has responsibility for supporting portfolios that are covered by the centralized equity research team.

Supervisory responsibilities

No

Potential for growth

Regular training

Continuing education courses

The base salary range for this position is $120,000 - $150,000. This range is estimated for this role. Actual pay may be different. This position will be open through April 12, 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.

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.

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.

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