Associate, Proposal Writer

Employer · Janus Henderson Investors

Marketing specialistPublic relations specialistFull-timeMeals

Budapest

A career at Janus Henderson is more than a job, it's about investing in a brighter future together. We are looking for a Writer to join our newly established Budapest-based Proposal Writing team, working alongside other Proposal Writer I colleagues and reporting to a senior team lead. You will play an important role in supporting asset growth and client retention by developing high-quality responses to DDQs, RFIs and RFPs.

Tasks

  • You will play an important role in supporting asset growth and client retention by developing high-quality responses to DDQs, RFIs and, over time, RFPs.
  • You will form part of a newly established Budapest-based Proposal Writing team, working alongside other Proposal Writer I colleagues and reporting to a senior team lead.
  • Initially, your primary focus will be completing DDQs and RFIs while building your knowledge of Janus Henderson products, investment capabilities and proposal writing best practices.
  • You will manage multiple assignments simultaneously, ensuring responses are completed accurately, consistently and within agreed deadlines.
  • You will work with writers, workflow managers, Knowledge Management, Legal, Compliance, Investments, Product Management, Product Development, Sales and Client teams to ensure content remains accurate, compliant and aligned with firm messaging.
  • You will partner with senior writers and managers to tailor approved content appropriately for specific client opportunities while maintaining consistency with firm standards and regulatory requirements.
  • You will support the ongoing maintenance and improvement of content within the RFP knowledge base by identifying opportunities to update, refine and enhance content quality.
  • You will actively engage with AI and automation tools to improve productivity and streamline processes.
  • You will contribute to continuous improvement initiatives that enhance efficiency, scalability and quality across the proposal-writing process.
  • You will maintain accurate workflow and production records, recognising that these form the basis of team reporting, metrics and management information.

Conditions & benefits

Hybrid working and reasonable accommodationsGenerous Holiday policiesPrivate Medical InsuranceLife Insurance CoverPaid volunteer timeStep away from your desk and into the communityProfessional developmentSupport to grow through professional development courses, tuition/qualification reimbursement and moreFamily benefitsMaternal/paternal leave benefits and family servicesSubscriptionsComplimentary subscription to Headspace, Apple Health, StravaSocial activitiesAll employee events including networking opportunities and social activitiesSZÉP CardAnnual SZÉP Card allowance

Requirements

  • Strong written communication skills with excellent attention to detail, proofreading ability and commitment to producing high-quality, accurate content.
  • Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
  • Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, prioritise effectively and consistently meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
  • Comfortable working to client-driven deadlines while maintaining high standards of quality and accuracy.
  • Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues across different teams, locations and time zones.
  • An interest in investment markets, asset management and financial services, together with a willingness to build knowledge across Janus Henderson's investment capabilities.
  • Strong analytical skills and attention to detail when working with quantitative, qualitative and product-related information.
  • Ability to review, validate and challenge information to ensure content is accurate, current, internally consistent and appropriately sourced.
  • Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Teams.
  • Adaptable, proactive and solutions-oriented, with excellent organisational and project coordination skills.
  • Interest in AI, automation and process-improvement technologies, with a willingness to learn how these tools can be used responsibly in a regulated environment.
  • Demonstrated ability to exercise sound judgement when using AI-generated content, ensuring all outputs are independently reviewed, fact-checked and validated before use.
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.

Posted Nov 6, 2026 · Updated yesterday · 0 views