Manager, Middle Office

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

The team

The Middle Office team is responsible for Security pricing controls, NAV (Net Asset Valuation) calculations, fee modelling, and portfolio rebalancing across Feeder/Master/Multi Book structures, as well as setting trading levels and instructing FX hedges related to client capital flows. As a manager the role involves overseeing key processes, managing a team, and driving strategic improvements.

The Manager demonstrates both technical expertise and leadership capabilities to shape team priorities and deliver high-level outcomes

Responsibilities

Management/Leadership

• Manage and develop a small/medium size team, providing mentorship, technical guidance, and career development support
• Drive strategic process improvements and technological enhancements aligned with departmental goals
• Provide direct support to global senior management in strategic planning and implementation of key initiatives
• Shape team priorities and influence decision-making through technical expertise and business acumen
• Establish and maintain key stakeholder relationships across the business

Technical development

• Drive continuous improvement of existing systems / processes / procedures and MIS
• Utilise in house technology to deliver efficient solutions to improve or deliver new metrics and visualisation of both reporting and control process

Core Delivery

• Use the firm's systems and other available tools  to oversee and guide the review and analysis of fund profit and loss account across asset classes
• Review accuracy of fund profit and loss at security level using risk-based measures including both exchange traded instruments and OTC's (Over the counter) derivatives
• Oversee the calculation of Net Asset Value (NAV) of funds including complex management and performance fee calculations and guide team members in resolving complex discrepancies
• Manage relationships with fund administrator/s to ensure accurate and timely NAV reconciliation
• Oversee the implementation of Feeder – Master and Multi -Book fund rebalance, ensuring correct application of fund, book and programme specific parameters
• Oversee foreign exchange exposure review process and oversee hedging operations

Skills

• Strong academic background in a quantitative or analytical field (Mathematics, Finance and Accounting, Physics, Engineering, Computer Science, or any data/finance-oriented disciplines)
• 8+ years previous experience in financial services industry including exposure to fund and/or financial instrument valuation
• Deep understanding of fund accounting and/or valuation of financial instruments
• Proven people management and leadership skills
• Strong strategic thinking and business acumen
• Excellence in stakeholder management and communication at all levels
• Demonstrated project management experience with track record of successful delivery

Advantages (but not required):

• Basic programming knowledge with enthusiasm to develop technical skills
• Professional qualifications (CFA, accounting qualifications)
• Python programming (or similar languages), SQL or database experience to assist with automation of process and reporting

Benefits

• Hybrid working model
• Competitive compensation package
• 25 days holiday allowance
• Premium Health insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Referral Bonus
• Additional days off for long service and volunteering
• Multisport card
• Educational support for professional development including internal tech talks
• Conference attendance, and engagement with the open-source community.

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