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Investment Specialists Apprentice

London

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 $227.6 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 December 2025

Solutions provides a central platform for combining content from across Man Group’s investment teams, as well as external alpha strategies. We aim to develop and deliver flexible cross-content portfolio solutions designed to help meet a wide range of client needs.

The Solutions Investment Specialists team is responsible for providing high quality support to Man’s client base globally. The team performs a wide range of duties including handling client queries, assisting in pitch presentations, marketing materials, DDQs/RFPs and reporting. As such the team plays a vital role in all aspects and stages of the client experience provided by the business and is fundamental to the firm’s on-going and future success.

Responsibilities

  • Support the Solutions Investment Specialists team in delivering the full range of investment collateral, making use of close proximity to the Solutions Portfolio Management, CPM and Sales teams.
  • Work closely with Investment Specialists to create bespoke decks for custom mandates on behalf of the Solutions Portfolio Management and CPM teams.
  • Manage the timely completion of RFP and DDQs to the highest quality, coordinating responses with key stake holders across the business. Ensure that the latest fund research, analysis and messaging is incorporated.
  • Establish and maintain deep and credible relationships with CPMs, Portfolio Management and key stakeholders across the business so as to ensure content is of the highest quality.
  • Identify opportunities and initiate projects where Investment Specialists can add value for the portfolio manager, sales force and wider business
  • Translate complex investment ideas and data into a logical and visually engaging format
  • Involvement in a variety of client focused projects

Competencies

  • Ability to work with senior members of sales and investment management to support sales priorities
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal. Proficient in understanding institutional / retail client expectations and requirements
  • Good organisational and time management skills. Ability to prioritise work effectively
  • Ability to work independently within a team to meet demanding deadlines. Works comfortably in an entrepreneurial environment, seeks to continuously enhance own relevant skills
  • Good ability in Word, PowerPoint and Excel
  • Strong analytical ability with good attention to detail / accuracy Ability to work under pressure to meet demanding deadlines

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.

 

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