Investment Risk Manager - Multi Asset

Man Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 68,000 - 91,000; Full time

Job summary

A global alternative investment management firm in Greater London is seeking an experienced Risk Manager to join their dynamic Investment Risk Management team. This role involves managing risk across multiple asset classes and conducting related research. The ideal candidate has over 5 years of experience in market risk, a solid understanding of VaR modelling, and strong communication skills. The firm offers a comprehensive benefits package and a commitment to workplace inclusion.

Benefits

Competitive holiday entitlements

Pension/401k

Life and long-term disability coverage

Community volunteering leave

Qualifications

• 5+ years proven Market Risk experience at a leading Investment Bank/Investment Manager.
• Strong communication, with a solutions-focused approach.
• Strong financial, analytical and quantitative skills.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and manage risk across the business, including limit checking.
• Work closely with investment teams to ensure risk is managed appropriately.
• Conduct research into new risk measurement/risk management techniques.

Skills

Market Risk experience

Knowledge of major asset classes

VaR modelling and stress testing

Strong communication skills

Financial and analytical skills

Python programming skills

Education

Educated to degree level

Job description

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 $213.9 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 information can be found at www.man.com

* As at 30 September 2025

The Role:

We are looking for an energetic, self‑motivated Risk Manager to be part of a dynamic Investment Risk Management team, with focus on market and liquidity risk. This exciting and varied role will cover a range of multi‑asset class portfolios blending across all of the Investment Engines within Man Group, including both discretionary and systematic strategies, across public and private markets. Man Solutions is a fast growing area of the business and this is a fantastic opportunity for an intellectually curious risk professional to add value and take ownership.

The main focus of the role will be independent risk monitoring, management, and risk‑related research. There will be plenty of interactions across multiple teams from interfacing with stakeholders to helping support fund launches.

Your Responsibilities:

• Monitor and manage risk across the business, including limit checking
• Work closely with investment teams to ensure awareness and challenge to ensure that risk is managed appropriately
• Work with all areas within the business to resolve risk issues as they arise
• Escalate relevant information to Senior Management in timely fashion, communicated clearly and concisely, to ensure transparency of key risks
• Closely follow market events, and proactively share risk analysis with the team, senior management and PMs
• Further develop the Man risk management process and broaden awareness and good risk management practices across all functions
• Conduct research into new risk measurement / risk management techniques
• Assisting with regulatory, client and marketing requests and other duties as may be required by broader Man Group from time to time

Your Background:

• 5+ years proven Market Risk experience at a leading Investment Bank/Investment Manager
• Knowledge and interest in major asset classes and portfolio risk management techniques
• A detailed understanding of VaR modelling and stress testing
• Strong communication, with a solutions focussed approach
• Strong financial, analytical and quantitative skills
• Python or similar programming skills
• Educated to degree level

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 [e-mail].