Assistant Company Secretary (Part Time)

at  Janus Henderson

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!
Role:
Assistant Company Secretary (Part-time)
Location:
London
Department:
Corporate Secretariat
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
You will provide the full range of corporate secretarial and governance support to UK regulated entity boards in the Group. This is a role operating at all levels of the Group, including liaison with Executive & Non-Executive Directors and Senior Management.
You will report directly to the Head of Corporate Secretariat and will be part of a high-performing and well-regarded team comprising of two Company Secretaries and one other Assistant Company Secretary.

Duties include:

• Providing the full range of corporate secretarial support services, including in relation to UK regulated entity boards and committees in the Group, as needed.
• Preparing agendas for board and committee meetings, attending meetings, preparing minutes, managing minute reviews and following up action items.
• Liaising with management regarding the provision and content of board papers.
• Providing corporate governance advice and support to the business, to ensure that the firm’s boards (and committees) are operating effectively and in accordance with best practice from a corporate governance perspective.
• Partnering with the Head of Secretariat and other members of the team on governance initiatives, including representing the team on projects being undertaken at the firm and driving the implementation of changes where required.
• Managing certain governance process for the team, including quarterly reviews of authorised signatory lists.
• Managing and responding to KYC and other information requests.
• Assisting with the identification and implementation of process improvements for the team.
• Carrying 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
• All-inclusive approach to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
• Maternal/paternal leave benefits
• Complimentary subscription to Headspace – the mindfulness app
• Corporate membership to ClassPass and other health and well-being benefits
• All employee events including networking opportunities and social activities

Must have skills

• Experience of working in a company secretarial/governance role
• Minute taking experience
• Knowledge of board processes and procedures
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to follow complex instructions and processes
• Strong interpersonal skills, including ability to work with cross-functional teams
• Strong organisational skills
• Strong attention to detail

Nice to have skills

• Relevant Company Secretarial qualifications
• Knowledge of relevant company law and company secretarial requirements (English law requirements)
• Background and experience within financial services

Supervisory responsibilities

• No

Potential for growth

• Mentoring
• Leadership development programs
• Regular training
• Career development services
• Continuing education course

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.
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

Duties include:

• Providing the full range of corporate secretarial support services, including in relation to UK regulated entity boards and committees in the Group, as needed.
• Preparing agendas for board and committee meetings, attending meetings, preparing minutes, managing minute reviews and following up action items.
• Liaising with management regarding the provision and content of board papers.
• Providing corporate governance advice and support to the business, to ensure that the firm’s boards (and committees) are operating effectively and in accordance with best practice from a corporate governance perspective.
• Partnering with the Head of Secretariat and other members of the team on governance initiatives, including representing the team on projects being undertaken at the firm and driving the implementation of changes where required.
• Managing certain governance process for the team, including quarterly reviews of authorised signatory lists.
• Managing and responding to KYC and other information requests.
• Assisting with the identification and implementation of process improvements for the team.
• Carrying out other duties as assigned