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Janus Henderson Investors

Risk Analyst

Denver, CO · On-site

$70K - $75K/yr

Stay up to date on industry trends that impact the firm globally on counterparty credit risk, liquidity risk, and investment risk. * Partner with stakeholders to support, maintain, and enhance the ...

Wintrust

Analyst, Counterparty Credit Risk

Rosemont, IL

$59K - $77K/yr

Position Overview The Counterparty Credit Risk Analyst will assist the VP and Department SVP in executing the independent second line of defense function. The fundamental goal of Counterparty Credit ...

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Apollo

Counterparty Credit Risk Lead

New York, NY · On-site

Despite being "asset-backed," ATLAS SP's facilities are exposed to meaningful performance risk associated with the servicer/sponsor/borrower/originator, (referred to here as, the "counterparty"). As ...

Monex

Senior Credit Risk Manager

Washington, DC · On-site

$100K - $140K/yr

Monitor counterparty exposures, collateral positions, margin utilization, and limit breaches on an ongoing basis * Support the development and enhancement of the company's credit risk framework ...

Monex USA

Senior Credit Risk Manager

Washington, DC · On-site

$100K - $140K/yr

Monitor counterparty exposures, collateral positions, margin utilization, and limit breaches on an ongoing basis * Support the development and enhancement of the company's credit risk framework ...

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How much do counterparty risk jobs pay per hour?

As of May 30, 2026, the average hourly pay for counterparty risk in the United States is $30.34, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.47 and $38.70 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in Counterparty Risk, and why are they important?

To excel in Counterparty Risk, you need a solid background in finance, quantitative analysis, and risk management, often supported by a degree in finance, economics, or a related field. Familiarity with risk assessment tools, financial modeling software, and systems like Bloomberg or Moody’s Analytics is typically required. Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and effective communication skills help professionals interpret data and present risk findings clearly. These competencies are crucial for accurately assessing counterparties’ creditworthiness and protecting organizations from potential financial losses.

How does a Counterparty Risk professional typically collaborate with other departments to manage and mitigate risk exposures?

Counterparty Risk professionals work closely with teams such as Front Office, Credit Risk, Legal, and Operations to ensure a thorough assessment and management of risk exposures arising from trading or lending relationships. They are involved in reviewing and approving credit limits, monitoring ongoing exposures, and participating in stress testing exercises. Regular cross-team meetings and communication are essential to stay updated on client developments or market changes that could impact counterparty risk, fostering a collaborative environment that supports informed decision-making and effective risk mitigation.

What is counterparty risk?

Counterparty risk, also known as default risk, is the possibility that the other party in a financial transaction may not fulfill their contractual obligations. This risk is commonly found in trading, lending, and derivative contracts, where one party could default on payments or fail to deliver assets. Financial institutions often manage counterparty risk by assessing creditworthiness, setting exposure limits, and using collateral. Understanding and mitigating counterparty risk is crucial for maintaining stability in financial markets.

What is the difference between Counterparty Risk vs Credit Analyst?

AspectCounterparty RiskCredit Analyst
Primary FocusAssessing the risk of a counterparty defaulting on a financial obligationEvaluating the creditworthiness of individual borrowers or companies
Required CredentialsFinancial certifications, risk management trainingFinance, economics degrees, credit certifications
Work EnvironmentBanking, investment firms, risk management departmentsBanks, lending institutions, credit agencies
Industry UsageHigh in banking, trading, and financial servicesCommon in banking, lending, and credit sectors

While both roles involve financial analysis, Counterparty Risk focuses on assessing the risk of a counterparty defaulting, often in trading or derivatives, whereas Credit Analysts evaluate individual or corporate creditworthiness for lending decisions. Both roles require financial expertise and are vital in risk management within financial institutions.

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Infographic showing various Counterparty Risk job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 5% Internship, 70% Full Time, 5% Temporary, and 20% Contract. Highlights an 85% In-person, 5% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $63,100 per year, or $30.3 per hour.

Risk Analyst

Janus Henderson Investors

Denver, CO • On-site

$70K - $75K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement

Posted 24 days ago

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
  • Support the Financial Risk team in delivering an effective Financial Risk program including counterparty risk, liquidity risk, and market risk oversight.
  • Production of regular and ad hoc reporting and metrics to support the Financial Risk team including for governance committees, client due diligence activities, and Boards.
  • Develop or enhance Financial Risk processes to improve the stakeholder and client experience.
  • Stay up to date on industry trends that impact the firm globally on counterparty credit risk, liquidity risk, and investment risk.
  • Partner with stakeholders to support, maintain, and enhance the risk management tools used by the Financial Risk team.
  • Partner with IT to develop and implement enhancements and new functionality to systems that enable the assessment, monitoring, and reporting of counterparty risk, liquidity risk, and investment risk.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with other teams within Janus Henderson.
  • Carry out other duties as assigned.

What to expect when you join our firm
  • Hybrid working and reasonable accommodations
  • Generous Holiday policies
  • 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
  • Complimentary subscription to Headspace - the mindfulness app
  • Corporate membership to ClassPass and other health and well-being benefits
  • Unique employee events and programs including a 14er challenge
  • Complimentary beverages, snacks and all employee Happy Hours

Must have skills
  • Minimum of 1 year work experience, and experience working in financial services a plus.
  • Bachelor's Degree in business, finance or equivalent work experience required.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication, and presentation skills.
  • Ability to learn and become proficient in complex concepts and methodologies related to market risk management, counterparty risk management, and liquidity risk management.
  • Excellent attention to detail.
  • Ability to develop and maintain relationships and engage stakeholders across the organization.
  • Self-starter, with the ability to work in a team-oriented and collaborative environment.

Nice to have skills
  • Knowledge of financial market products, asset management products, and asset management industry preferred.
  • Strong Excel, Power Point, and Word skills.
  • Ability to work with large data sets, producing metrics and other analytics for reporting and analysis.
  • A strong desire to work in asset management

Supervisory responsibilities
  • No

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 $70,000-$75,000. This range is estimated for this role. Actual pay may be different. This position will be open through June 30, 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 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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