Head of AI

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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 Head of AI will play a pivotal role on our executive leadership team, working in close partnership with both the innovation and technology teams to shape the strategic direction of the firm’s key initiatives.

You will be the catalyst of our partnership between our executive leaders and their teams, building and leading the execution of strategies that propel transformation of products and services through our AI innovation to ensure we are the most technologically sophisticated asset manager globally.

This role demands a blend of technological understanding, strategic foresight, and Growth-oriented excellence as an approach to guide our firm in these next stages of transformation. You will report directly to the Chief Executive Officer and be a member of the firm’s senior leadership team. You will have regular engagement with the firm’s Board of Directors as well as with legal entity and fund boards.

This is a diverse role, with essential factors that must be carefully considered when executing our broader strategy, including—but not limited to—security, risk management, finance, regulatory compliance, governance, and user best practices.

It’s how we enhance every relationship and provide a superior service, leveraging AI to deliver personalized insights and proactive solutions, enabling our clients to make more informed decisions and achieve their goals with greater confidence and efficiency – they are at the forefront of everything we do.

The newly created Head of Department ensures that the firm leverages AI ethically and effectively to gain insights-improving investment research, enhancing client experiences, and optimizing operations. They establish frameworks for AI adoption, recognizing that instilling ethical AI methodologies with multiple lenses and a strong leadership vision is critical in our journey.

This individual combines technical expertise in AI with a data-driven approach, understanding that data is our competitive advantage and demands the highest standards of accuracy, transparency, and trust.

AI will be seamlessly embedded throughout our organization, empowering us to harness data at every level—ensuring we anticipate market trends, make informed decisions, and consistently stay ahead of the competition.

Establishing the Head of AI role is not just a strategic decision—it’s a necessity for our continued growth and leadership in the industry. We are fully committed to embedding this position at the core of our organization, ensuring you receive the focus and resources required for lasting impact. This is a responsibility we take seriously, and we are dedicated to upholding the highest standards as we advance our AI-driven future.

We are setting the standard for innovation and excellence to become the most technologically sophisticated asset manager globally and so you will need to demonstrate a deep understanding of our clients, anticipating their needs and delivering tailored solutions that consistently exceed expectations.

• Driven Strategic Leadership:Serve as the driving force behind innovation by developing and implementing a cohesive AI and technology strategy that aligns with our aspirations. Be the key enabler who accelerates progress and ensures both short-term impact and long-term transformation through advanced artificial intelligence initiatives, driving results and turning vision into…