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Solutions Director roles sit at the intersection of technical expertise and client strategy, making them a strong fit for OPT students with backgrounds in engineering, business, or computer science. Most employers require a bachelor's degree in a directly related field, which satisfies the specialty occupation standard your OPT authorization depends on.
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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!
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Sell company products for larger or more complex accounts through one or more assigned intermediaries
- Be assigned primary or joint account management responsibilities for assigned territory
- Meet with clients to present investment reviews, discuss investment strategies, and to identify and respond to needs in an effort to improve client relationships
- Prepare and present sales training seminars with intermediaries to promote and develop sales opportunities
- Develop and implement sales programs and strategies for the growth and servicing of clients
- May supervise and oversee work activities of internal wholesaler position in assigned channel if appropriate, including evaluating performance and training needs, and recommending hiring, termination, and salary actions
- Generate new sales ideas, identify new sales opportunities, and launches new products
- Maintain awareness of competitive industry trends to provide technical investment information to clients
- Provide coaching and mentoring to lower level staff
- Carry out other duties as assigned
WHAT TO EXPECT WHEN YOU JOIN OUR FIRM
- Hybrid working and reasonable accommodations
- Generous Holiday policies
- Excellent Health and Wellbeing benefits including corporate membership to Wellhub
- 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
- Unique employee events and programs including a 14er challenge
- Complimentary beverages, snacks and all employee Happy Hours
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- At least two years of field experience in financial services industry
- Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent required
- SIE, Series 6, 7 and 63 licenses required
- Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to develop strategic business relationships
- Excellent public speaking and presentation skills
- Advanced knowledge of the company, including history, investment resources/team/style/process, and fund offerings
- Sophisticated knowledge of financial services industry and investment products in general, including stocks, bonds, funds, annuities, 401K plans, pension plans
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
- Ability to work and make decisions independently
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
- Intermediate to advanced computer skills including MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
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 $90,000 - $100,000. This range is estimated for this role. Actual pay may be different. This position will be open through November 30, 2026.
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.
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.
EEO STATEMENT
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.
LOCATION
City: Jefferson City
Division: North America Client Group
Nearest Major Market: Jefferson City
Nearest Secondary Market: Columbia Missouri
INTRODUCTION
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 AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Sell company products for larger or more complex accounts through one or more assigned intermediaries
- Be assigned primary or joint account management responsibilities for assigned territory
- Meet with clients to present investment reviews, discuss investment strategies, and to identify and respond to needs in an effort to improve client relationships
- Prepare and present sales training seminars with intermediaries to promote and develop sales opportunities
- Develop and implement sales programs and strategies for the growth and servicing of clients
- May supervise and oversee work activities of internal wholesaler position in assigned channel if appropriate, including evaluating performance and training needs, and recommending hiring, termination, and salary actions
- Generate new sales ideas, identify new sales opportunities, and launches new products
- Maintain awareness of competitive industry trends to provide technical investment information to clients
- Provide coaching and mentoring to lower level staff
- Carry out other duties as assigned
WHAT TO EXPECT WHEN YOU JOIN OUR FIRM
- Hybrid working and reasonable accommodations
- Generous Holiday policies
- Excellent Health and Wellbeing benefits including corporate membership to Wellhub
- 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
- Unique employee events and programs including a 14er challenge
- Complimentary beverages, snacks and all employee Happy Hours
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- At least two years of field experience in financial services industry
- Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent required
- SIE, Series 6, 7 and 63 licenses required
- Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to develop strategic business relationships
- Excellent public speaking and presentation skills
- Advanced knowledge of the company, including history, investment resources/team/style/process, and fund offerings
- Sophisticated knowledge of financial services industry and investment products in general, including stocks, bonds, funds, annuities, 401K plans, pension plans
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
- Ability to work and make decisions independently
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
- Intermediate to advanced computer skills including MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
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 $90,000 - $100,000. This range is estimated for this role. Actual pay may be different. This position will be open through November 30, 2026.
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.
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.
EEO STATEMENT
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.
LOCATION
City: Jefferson City
Division: North America Client Group
Nearest Major Market: Jefferson City
Nearest Secondary Market: Columbia Missouri
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship in Solutions Director
Lead with your technical depth, not just your leadership
Solutions Directors are hired for domain expertise first. Emphasize your technical background in your application materials. Employers sponsoring OPT are more likely to move forward when your specialized skills are immediately clear from your resume.
Target companies with established implementation or professional services teams
Organizations with dedicated solutions or professional services functions already understand what a Solutions Director does. They're more likely to have OPT sponsorship infrastructure in place and experience navigating work authorization for technical leadership roles.
Address your OPT timeline proactively with recruiters
Solutions Director hiring processes often run four to eight weeks. Raise your OPT expiration date early in conversations so employers can plan H-1B visa sponsorship alongside your start date without last-minute urgency disrupting the offer.
Quantify the revenue or client outcomes you've influenced
This role is evaluated on business impact. Hiring managers weighing OPT sponsorship costs need confidence you'll deliver results. Specific metrics around deal size, retention, or solution adoption make that case far more effectively than general accomplishments.
Use your STEM OPT extension if your degree qualifies
If you hold a STEM-designated degree in computer science, information systems, or a related field, you may be eligible for a 24-month OPT extension. That gives employers a longer runway before needing to file an H-1B petition on your behalf.
Prepare to explain how your degree connects to the Solutions Director function
Specialty occupation requires a direct relationship between your field of study and the role. Be ready to articulate why your degree, whether engineering, business systems, or a technical discipline, specifically qualifies you for this position during recruiter screening.
Solutions Director OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can I work as a Solutions Director on OPT?
Yes, if your degree is in a field directly related to the role. Solutions Director positions typically require expertise in a specific technical or business discipline, which satisfies the specialty occupation requirement for OPT. Your field of study needs to have a clear connection to the solutions, implementation, or client strategy work the role involves.
Will employers sponsor a Solutions Director for an H-1B visa after OPT?
Many do, particularly mid-size and enterprise technology companies with professional services or go-to-market teams. Solutions Directors occupy a senior enough function that employers often find sponsorship worthwhile. Companies with existing immigration counsel on retainer are generally better equipped to manage the H-1B petition process alongside your transition from OPT.
Does a Solutions Director role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
It depends on your degree, not the job title. If your degree carries a STEM designation from your school's designated school official and appears on the STEM OPT eligible fields list, you can apply for the 24-month extension regardless of your job title. Common qualifying degrees for this role include computer science, information systems, and engineering management.
How do I find Solutions Director jobs that are open to OPT candidates?
Migrate Mate filters job listings specifically for visa-sponsoring employers, which saves significant time compared to filtering manually. Solutions Director roles that welcome OPT candidates are more concentrated in technology, SaaS, and professional services sectors. Searching within those categories on Migrate Mate gives you a more targeted pool of relevant opportunities.
What should I do if my OPT expires before a Solutions Director role closes?
If you've applied to change status to H-1B and USCIS has received the petition before your OPT expires, you may be covered under cap-gap protection through September 30 of that year. Talk to your designated school official immediately if your expiration is approaching and you have an active offer. Timelines in this situation are unforgiving and vary by case.