Analyst , Solutions Middle Office

LGBT Great; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Man Group in London is seeking a Middle Office External Alpha Analyst on a 12-month fixed-term contract. You will support External Alpha Asset Managers with trade support, cash, position and pricing reconciliation, and NAV estimation; develop tools and reporting using AI, Excel, and internal databases; collaborate across teams; opportunities for process improvements and professional development.

The role requires a strong analytical mindset, keen attention to detail, and the ability to work

Qualifications

• Strong analytical mindset and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent communication skills to share findings with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Review fund profit and loss accounts across asset classes to support External Alpha reporting.
• Estimate NAV of funds daily, weekly and monthly, including accruals.
• Review reconciliations between custodians, prime brokers and internal records; coordinate corrections.
• Assist in reconciling final NAVs with the fund administrator.
• Ensure integrity of asset manager data prices in internal systems.
• Work with internal tools and databases to deliver reporting and analytics.
• Contribute to process improvements and automation initiatives.
• Provide trade support and fund of funds trade execution as required.

Skills

Analytical mindset

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Teamwork

Independent worker

Tools

Excel

Internal databases

AI tools

Job description

About Man Group

Man Group is a global alternative investment management firm focused on pursuing outperformance for sophisticated clients via our Systematic, Discretionary and Solutions offerings. Powered by talent and advanced technology, our single and multi-manager investment strategies are underpinned by deep research and span public and private markets, across all major asset classes, with a significant focus on alternatives. Man Group takes a partnership approach to working with clients, establishing deep connections and creating tailored solutions to meet their investment goals and those of the millions of retirees and savers they represent.

Headquartered in London, we manage $253.6 billion* and operate across multiple offices globally. Man Group plc is listed on the London Stock Exchange under the ticker EMG.LN and is a constituent of the FTSE 250 Index. Further

About the role

The Middle Office External Alpha team is responsible for supporting the External Alpha Asset Managers by providing trade support, cash, position and pricing reconciliation functions as well as calculating estimate Net Asset Values (NAV) of funds and reconciling those to the final NAVs generated by the Fund Administrator. The role involves running key operational processes independently, while continuing to develop broader technical and operational expertise. The team develops tools and reporting solutions, widely used across the firm, primarily using AI, Excel, and internal databases to deliver critical reporting and analytics. The analyst demonstrates technical expertise and ability to contribute to process improvements and collaborate on wider projects.
This is a 12-month fixed-term contract role.

Responsibilities

• Using the firm’s systems and other available tools on a daily basis review and analyse fund profit and loss accounts across asset classes, in order to assist reporting performance to External Alpha business
• Perform reviews and estimates of Net Asset Value (NAV) of funds on a daily, weekly and monthly basis including checking accrued income and expenses
• Review reconciliations between Custodians, Prime brokers and the investment engine’s internal records, co-ordinating investigation and/or correction of breaking items where required
• Liaise with the fund administrator/s to reconcile final fund NAVs
• Responsible for ensuring the integrity of Asset Manager data prices in internal systems
• Work with various internal tools and databases to deliver reporting and analytics
• Contribute to process improvements and automation initiatives
• As required, providing trade support functions, fund of fund trade execution, corporate action processing, investment restriction monitoring, liquidity management

Technical Development

• Contribute to the team's continuous improvement of systems, controls and workflows
• Learn and utilize programming tools to enhance team processes and reporting

Stakeholder Engagement

• Collaborate with team members and other departments both in daily activities and long-term projects
• Communicate findings and recommendations clearly to various stakeholders

Professional Development

• Take advantage of training opportunities in technical and financial topics
• Develop understanding of investment operations and market infrastructure

Technical Competencies

• Strong analytical mindset with ability to solve complex problems
• Keen attention to detail and strong organizational skills
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Excellent communication skills and confidence to raise questions
• Demonstrated ability to learn new concepts quickly
• Strong understanding of traded financial instruments

Advantages (but not required)

• Experience working in Financial Services, typically in an investment bank or asset management firm, or Treasury function
• Professional qualifications (CFA, accounting qualifications) or studying towards
• Experience with Feeder/Master fund structures
• Knowledge of Fund Accounting

Inclusion, Work-Life Balance and Benefits at Man Group

You'll thrive in our working environment that champions equality of opportunity. Your unique perspective will contribute to our success, joining a workplace where inclusion is fundamental and deeply embedded in our culture and values. Through our external and internal initiatives, partnerships and programmes, you'll find opportunities to grow, develop your talents, and help foster an inclusive environment for all across our firm and industry. Learn more at www.man.com/diversity.

You'll have opportunities to make a difference through our charitable and global initiatives, while advancing your career through professional development, and with flexible working arrangements available too. Like all our people, you'll receive two annual 'Mankind' days of paid leave for community volunteering.

Our comprehensive benefits package includes competitive holiday entitlements, pension/401k, life and long-term disability coverage, group sick pay, enhanced parental leave and long-service leave. Depending on your location, you may also enjoy additional benefits such as private medical coverage, discounted gym membership options and pet insurance.

Equal Employment Opportunity Policy

Man Group provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and all employees without regard to race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, religion, disability, sex, gender identity and expression, marital status, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, age or any other legally protected category or status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

Man Group is a Disability Confident Committed employer; if you require help or information on reasonable adjustments as you apply for roles with us, please contact .