Associate Director, Legal Counsel

GWP; Denver (CO); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Generous holiday policies

Health and wellbeing benefits

Paid volunteer time

Professional development

Parental leave

Employee events

Beverages & snacks

Job summary

Janus Henderson Investors in Denver seeks a qualified attorney to provide day-to-day legal support across a broad range of business areas, with escalation to the field team as required.

Responsibilities include reviewing fund disclosures, supporting Board of Trustees matters, and assisting with regulatory initiatives while maintaining a strong compliance culture.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years’ experience in a law firm or financial services company.
• Knowledge of the Investment Company Act of 1940.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to exercise sound legal judgment balanced with business needs.
• Ability to prioritize across a wide range of work and to demonstrate a strong sense of urgency.
• Admission to at least one state bar.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day legal support for business partners across a broad range of business areas, with escalation to others in the team as required.
• Review and support the preparation of fund prospectuses, statements of additional information, and supplements for the Janus Henderson mutual funds and ETFs, including drafting new disclosure and working with outside counsel on registration statement matters.
• Prepare and review materials, including minutes, for, and attend, meetings of the Boards of Trustees of the Janus Henderson mutual funds and ETFs.
• Assist with the annual 15(c) process for Janus Henderson mutual funds and ETFs.
• Assist with regulatory and business change initiatives.
• Advise and draft agreements for the Janus Henderson mutual funds and ETFs.
• Maintain and foster a strong culture of compliance.

Skills

Law firm experience

Financial services knowledge

Investment Company Act of 1940

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Bar admission

Job description

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

• Provide day-to-day legal support for business partners across a broad range of business areas, with escalation to others in the


• team as required


• Review and support the preparation of fund prospectuses, statements of additional information, and supplements for the Janus


• Henderson mutual funds and ETFs, including drafting new disclosure and working with outside counsel on registration


• statement matters


• Prepare and review materials, including minutes, for, and attend, meetings of the Boards of Trustees of the Janus Henderson


• mutual funds and ETFs


• Assist with the annual 15(c) process for Janus Henderson mutual funds and ETFs


• Assist with regulatory and business change initiatives


• Advise and draft agreements for the Janus Henderson mutual funds and ETFs


• Maintain and foster a strong culture of compliance


• Carry out other duties as assigned

What to expect when you join our firm

• Hybrid working and reasonable accommodations


• Generous Holiday policies


• 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

• At least 2 year’s relevant experience within a law firm or financial services company


• Knowledge and understanding of the Investment Company Act of 1940


• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills


• Excellent attention to detail


• Ability to exercise sound legal judgment balanced with business needs


• Ability to prioritize across a wide range of work and to demonstrate a strong sense of urgency


• Admission to at least one state bar

Potential for growth

• Mentoring


• Leadership development programs


• Regular training


• Career development services


• Continuing education courses

Compensation information

The base salary range for this position is $150,000-$160,000. This range is estimated for this role. Actual pay may be different. This position will be open through November 15, 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 [e-mail]

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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 pagehere.

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.

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.