AHL Investment and Data Analyst Apprentice

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

At Man Group, we value initiative, curiosity, and adaptability. We’ll give you the foundation to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and the satisfaction of building a career shaped by excellence.

We believe great ideas can come from anywhere, so our apprenticeship programme is designed to empower you from the start. You’ll work alongside industry experts, tackling real-world challenges and contributing to meaningful projects. With mentorship and a supportive learning environment, you’ll have the freedom to explore your potential and the agility to adapt as you grow

 

Successful candidates will get the opportunity to own and deliver meaningful business projects, with support from experienced professionals from across the business. The open and collaborative nature of Man AHL makes it an ideal place to learn and develop an understanding of what is required to effectively run a systematic hedge fund.

The Team

The AHL Investment and Data Implementation team are responsible for leading changes to, and day-to-day management of AHL’s quantitative models, systematic trading system and alternative and market data across all traded asset classes.

The team work closely with portfolio managers, quantitative research, product structuring, technology, and external counterparties to ensure both the accurate implementation and launch of new research ideas, funds, and asset classes as well as the constant smooth running of the end-to-end systematic trading process.

The open and collaborative nature of Man AHL makes it an ideal place to learn and develop an understanding of what is required to effectively run a systematic hedge fund. Successful candidates will have the opportunity to work on meaningful projects alongside experienced professionals. Interns will be provided with a mentor to help guide their development throughout the programme.

Key Responsibilities:

• Work with peers across the IDI team and AHL to define and improve processes
• Using data analytics to visually represent structured and unstructured data to provide precise insight
• Leveraging technology to enhance, automate and streamline daily investment management processes
• Contribute to AHL's overall Investment and Data Implementation effort by collaborating with other teams across AHL
• Demonstrate a high level of autonomy to own the investigation of business problems and delivery robust solutions

 

Skills and Attributes:

 

Essential:

• Organised individual with the ability to multitask
• Strong verbal and written communication
• Intellectually curious and happy to challenge others’ opinions
• Excellent attention to detail

Advantageous:

• Numerically literate with some experience writing in an object-oriented language, preferably python
• Working knowledge of the Microsoft Office Suite

 

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