Apprentice Tech Support Specialist

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

About the Man Group Apprenticeship Programme

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.

Job Profile Summary:

 

The Apprentice Engineer will be responsible for ensuring the smooth running and stability of various systems across the business spanning front and back office. This will include monitoring critical systems, anticipating and resolving issues as they arise and thinking of ways of reducing common problems. 

 

Responsibilities:                                                                      

 

• Be the first point of contact for the TechSupport function, managing customer queries by assigning an appropriate priority and setting the expectation with the user.
• Visit users at their desks, provide remote support and active participation when located on our Tech Bars.
• A good understanding incident and problem management.
• Responsible for resolving and troubleshooting queries, escalating to specialists where appropriate, and managing the technical relationships with our users.
• Support our users on a wide range of technologies to meet the agreed Service Level Agreements.

 

Key Skills & Experience:

 

• Be genuinely interested in technology and eager to provide a user focused experience.
• An understanding of Apple and Android handsets in a Mobile Device Managed environment.
• Knowledge of the ITIL management framework.
• An understanding of Windows Operating Systems and Citrix would be beneficial.
• Trade floor support and market data applications (Reuters/Bloomberg) experience is desirable but not essential.

 

 

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