Corporate Graduate - Compensation

Janus Henderson Group; Denver (CO); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Health & wellbeing benefits

Volunteer time

Professional development & tuition

Parental leave

Employee events & networking

Happy hours & snacks

Job summary

Janus Henderson Group in Denver offers a 12-month graduate program beginning August 2027, focusing on compensation concepts, training, and networking, with potential for full-time placement after completion.

You will research compensation concepts, participate in market surveys, assist with job evaluation and market pricing, and support annual compensation processes while benefiting from hybrid work and holistic benefits.

Qualifications

• Must have skills: Analytical with an interest in working with numbers.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including filters, sorting, VLOOKUPs, PivotTables and macros, or willingness to develop.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work to deadlines under pressure.
• Team player with collaborative mindset.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research on compensation concepts, market trends and industry practices.
• Coordinate and manage data for participation in market compensation surveys and analyze results.
• Assist with job evaluation and market pricing to align roles with benchmarks.
• Develop management and employee communication materials and support compensation projects.
• Support the annual compensation review process through data preparation and accuracy checks.
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency and consistency of compensation processes and reporting.
• Support compensation forecasting, reporting and variance analysis through recurring reports and dashboards.

Skills

Analytical

Numerical

Excel proficiency

Interpersonal skills

Deadline-driven

Team player

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Power BI

Job description

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 12-month graduate program from August 2027 focusing on gaining first hand experience and discovering what your future would be like with us through induction, on the job learning, skills trainings and networking. Successful graduate will be considered for full time positions at the end of the program.

• C onduct research on compensation concepts, market trends and industry practices
• Coordinate and manage data for participation in market compensation surveys and analyze results
• Assist with job evaluation and market pricing to align roles with benchmarks
• Develop management and employee communication materials and support compensation projects through data management, documentation and maintenance of compensation records and procedures
• Support the annual compensation review process through data preparation, audits to support compliance and accuracy and process coordination
• Identify opportunities to improve the efficiency and consistency of compensation processes and reporting
• Support compensation forecasting, reporting and variance analysis through recurring reports and dashboards, budget tracking, and analysis of compensation costs and trends
• Learn compensation fundamentals, including market pricing, job evaluation, pay structures, incentive programs and regulatory requirements
• Carry out other duties as assigned

What to expect when you join our firm

• H ybrid 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

• Bachelor’s degree preferred (Accounting, Finance, Human Resources or related field preferred)
• A nalytical with an interest in working with numbers
• Ability to bring efficiency and new ways of thinking to a process or approach
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including filters, sorting, VLOOKUPs, PivotTables and macros, or the demonstrated ability and willingness to develop these skills
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Experience working to deadlines and ability to work well under pressure
• Team player

Nice to have skills

• A bility to adapt quickly in a rapidly changing environment
• Ability to analyze data and provide relevant insight
• E xposure to Power BI or other data visualization and reporting tools

Supervisory responsibilities

• No

Potential for growth

• Regular training
• Continuing education courses

Compensation information

The base salary range for this position is $70,000 - $75,000. This range is estimated for this role. Actual pay may be different. This position will be open through Sunday, November 8th, 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 page here .

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.