Investment Risk Manager

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 $172.6 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 information can be found at www.man.com.

* As at 31 March 2025

We are looking to hire a Risk Manager to the Investment Risk team in New York, covering discretionary strategies at Man Group. We would welcome candidates from within Market Risk or professionals with keen interest in Investment Risk.

The Team

The Investment Risk team is a part of the wider Man Group Risk function and is responsible for risk management, monitoring and risk-related research across the full range of funds, working closely with Portfolio Managers, Investment teams, Technology and the wider group. Our mission is to be an independent team of Risk Managers and to be an influential team of consultants advising the Investment team, recognised for proactivity, professionalism, the advanced use of technology and provide a competitive advantage.

Specific responsibilities

• Ensure risk is well monitored and supervised across funds, and develop expertise in our risk management processes and infrastructure
• Working closely with PMs and investment teams to ensure awareness of the current risk profile and identify tools required
• Understanding, explanation and escalation of risk and performance drivers of strategies across the group
• Escalation of relevant information to Senior Management in timely fashion, communicated clearly and concisely, to ensure transparency of key risks across strategies
• Conduct research into new risk measurement / risk management techniques, working closely with various teams (PM, Quant, Technology) on identification, project management and deployment of new tools
• Further develop the Man risk management process and broaden awareness and good risk management practices across all functions
• Closely follow market events, and pro-actively share forward thinking risk analysis with the team, senior management and PMs
• Assisting with regulatory, client and marketing requests and other duties as may be required by broader Man Group from time to time

Skills & previous experience

• Very strong academics, preferably in STEM.
• Knowledge and interest in major asset classes and portfolio risk management techniques.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills
• Python or similar programming skills
• Experience communicating with management and investment teams
• Project management skills including time-management, liaising and working with various stakeholders

Base Salary Range: The anticipated based salary range for this position is $170,000-$190,000 + benefits + a discretionary bonus. This is the base salary range that the Company believes it will pay for this position at the time of this posting based on the location and requirements of the position as well as the skills, qualifications, and experience of the applicant.  The Firm reserves the right to modify this pay range at any time.

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 TalentAcquisition@man.com.

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 $172.6 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 information can be found at www.man.com.

* As at 31 March 2025