Senior Operational Python Data Analyst

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 $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

Purpose of Role

This hybrid role is an ideal opportunity for a candidate with technical acumen to work within Man Group Operations team. The successful candidate will have a minimum of 2 years relevant technical experience and will focus on supporting and improving various operational processes and functions. Creating a career pathway is something we hold in high regard and this role allows you to hone your technical skills whilst gaining a better understanding of how large investment management firms work, creating excellent insight into other parts of the business.

The Solutions team sits within Investment Operations and its objectives are:

• To support and maintain Duco which is one of MGO’s most widely used vendor systems. This reconciliation system has approximately 150 users and is leveraged for numerous functions within the business, such as reconciliations, regulatory reporting, and data management.
• To provide technical/analytical support for the BAU teams within Investment Operations as an alternative to the core technology teams, utilizing skills such as Python, SQL, Tableau and automation tools.
• To focus on project delivery, operational process efficiency and the control environment. Examples of project types are new system implementations, asset class launches or operational efficiencies/automation.

Specific Responsibilities 

• Act as a central point of contact and technical support for Duco / Tableau / Python queries and ensure timely resolution of queries related to the reconciliations / data flow
• Process oversight through the provision of meaningful MIS. This would involve ownership of existing Tableau dashboards, and the development of new, Tableau / Python dashboards using source data from Duco or other internally / externally hosted systems
• Development of Python code and MIS to improve and ensure the integrity of Investment Operations data, contributing to reducing the risk exposure of the department
• Represent the Investment Operations Solutions team across Man Group
• Identify, improve, and document processes and technology requirements and enhancements
• Continually improve data quality and consistency
• Promote and manage alternative forms of automation within Investment Operations e.g. creation of SlackBots and Mailbots, scheduling scripts, dashboarding, leveraging existing Microsoft products etc.
• Liaise with internal clients (such as trading and investment teams, core technology, sales, and new business teams, etc) as well as external counterparties (such as executing brokers, clearing brokers, prime brokers, etc).

Technical Competencies 

• Python – Intermediate Level: Proficient in core Python programming with working knowledge of data manipulation and transformation libraries including Pandas (DataFrames, data cleaning, aggregation, merging) and NumPy (array operations,).
• Ability to write clean, maintainable code for data processing workflows and ETL operations using Python.
• Microsoft Excel – Intermediate Level: Proficient in advanced Excel functionality including lookup and reference functions, Excel Tables with structured references, pivot tables, data validation, and conditional formatting. Capable of creating dynamic formulas and performing comprehensive data analysis tasks.
• SQL – Intermediate Level: Understanding of relational database concepts with proficiency in writing queries including multiple table JOINs (INNER, LEFT, RIGHT, FULL OUTER), Common Table Expressions (CTEs), subqueries, aggregate functions (SUM, COUNT, AVG, GROUP BY) and window functions.
• Keen attention to detail with strong organisational skills.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent communication skills and confident in raising questions 

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.