Investment Performance Analyst in Sydney

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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

The Investment Performance Analyst supports the production, validation and analysis of investment performance for portfolios and mandates.

Based in Sydney, the role works with regional and global colleagues to deliver accurate and timely information for investment teams, client reporting and internal stakeholders.

The position is focused on hands‑on analysis, data quality and issue resolution within a global operating model.

• Validate and review daily, monthly and periodic investment performance returns and attribution outputs.
• Investigate performance, attribution and benchmark exceptions, documenting root causes and coordinate timely resolution.
• Perform reasonability checks on portfolio and composite returns, contribution analysis and attribution results, producing clear supporting analysis for unusual or material performance movements.
• Support the accurate delivery of data used in client reports, factsheets, investment reviews and internal reporting.
• Respond to performance queries from Investment, Product, Client Reporting and Operations teams, escalating complex matters as appropriate.
• Maintain process documentation in line with internal standards.
• Contribute to data quality improvements, automation and the reduction of manual processing.
• Assist with testing and implementation of platform, methodology and reporting changes where required.
• Work collaboratively across the region and the wider global Performance, Accounting, Data and Technology teams.
• Carry out other duties as assigned.
• What to expect when you join ourfirm
• 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
• Complimentary subscription to Headspace – the mindfulness app
• Corporate membership to Class Pass and other health and well‑being benefits
• All employee events including networking opportunities and social activities
• Must have skills
• Experience in investment performance, attribution, fund accounting, investment operations or a related analytical role.
• Working knowledge of investment return calculations, benchmarks and basic attribution concepts.
• Good understanding of NAV, valuation and market data and how they affect performance results.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, with attention to detail and an ability to investigate data exceptions.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and confidence working with large data sets.
• Ability to manage recurring deadlines and prioritise tasks in a controlled operational environment.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills and the ability to explain analysis to non‑specialists.
• Collaborative approach and willingness to work across functions, locations and time zones.
• Relevant tertiary qualification or equivalent practical experience in finance, economics, mathematics, accounting or a related discipline.
• Nice to have skills
• Experience with performance investment platforms such as Aladdin, Fact Set, Bloomberg or Morningstar.
• Exposure to multi‑asset, equity, fixed income or alternative investment strategies.
• Knowledge of GIPS principles or broader investment performance reporting standards.
• Experience with Power BI, Tableau, SQL, Python or other data and automation tools.
• Progress toward, or interest in, a relevant professional qualification such as CFA, CIPM or CPA.
• Supervisory responsibilities
• No
• Potential for growth
• Regular training
• 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 recruiter@janushenderson. com

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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.

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