Quantitative Researcher - Securitised

Man Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading investment management firm in London is seeking individuals to join their AHL Securitized Credit team focusing on systematic trading strategies. Candidates should have at least 4 years of experience in credit-focused securitized products and strong analytical skills. Responsibilities include researching new markets, developing trading signals, and improving trading platforms. The role offers comprehensive benefits, opportunities for career development, and a commitment to an inclusive work environment.

Benefits

Competitive holiday entitlements

Pension/401k

Flexible working arrangements

Community volunteering days

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in credit-focused / non-agency securitized products.
• Detailed understanding of industry-standard software packages for securitized assets.
• Ability to analyze securitized product collateral for alpha opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Research and scope new securitized markets and sectors.
• Develop and implement new trading signals for live trading.
• Improve systematic trading platform for securitized products.

Skills

Analytical skills

Quantitative skills

Programming ability

Communication skills

Education

Degree in Mathematics, Physics, Engineering

Tools

Industry-standard data providers

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 Team

The AHL Securitized Credit research team is responsible for developing systematic trading strategies across a diverse set of securitized products and related fixed‑income markets. We research markets, signals, and portfolio construction techniques to exploit hard‑to‑access sources of alpha and achieve superior risk‑adjusted returns for our clients.

Man AHL offers the chance to develop highly specialised investment skills designed to find atypical sources of alpha. This fast‑paced investment engine covers multiple strategy styles including Trend, Equities, Macro, and Volatility. Your responsibilities will include building high‑conviction content in your specialist area, monitoring portfolio design and performance, and testing new investment research ideas.

Role & Responsibilities

We are seeking highly motivated individuals with a systematic mindset and previous experience in securitized products to join the AHL Securitized Credit team. Your responsibilities will span all aspects of building and improving systematic trading strategies in these asset classes, including:

• Researching, scoping, and onboarding new securitized markets and sectors
• Developing and implementing new trading signals, taking them from inception to live trading
• Improving our systematic trading platform for securitized products
• Following industry and academic literature for relevant innovations and new research ideas, and suggesting how Man AHL could profit from them

Skills & Qualifications

• Exceptional analytical and quantitative skills as evidenced by a degree with high mathematical, statistical, or computing content such as Mathematics, Physics, Engineering, etc.
• 4+ years of experience in credit‑focused / non‑agency securitized products (ABS, CMBS, CRTs, CLOs, etc.) at a hedge fund, sell‑side trading desk, or similar
• Detailed understanding of the industry‑standard data providers, software packages, and datasets for your area/asset class of specialisation
• A deep understanding of how to analyse securitized product collateral to uncover alpha and value opportunities within a systematic trading framework
• A strong understanding of statistics and the ability to apply this to real‑world problems
• Strong programming ability in at least one language and the ability to write clear, well documented, and scalable code
• The ability to write clear, concise, and informative technical reports and proposals
• The ability to discuss and present complex ideas in an intuitive, easy to follow way

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].