Business Manager (Veteran Transition Programme)

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

About the Man Group Veteran Transition Programme
During the six-month programme, you will work on professional assignments aligned with your skills and interests, while receiving dedicated coaching to support your transition into a civilian working environment. You will also benefit from internal mentoring and access to Man Group’s extensive professional network.

Man Group firmly believes in the value of recognises the unique experience of military Veterans and the wealth of transferable skills that can make a meaningful impact in the corporate environment.

 

Job Profile Summary:

The Business Manager will provide support with business development and strategic planning initiatives and will interact with the business to understand their requirements and work with them to give proposed solutions. Manage the business’ research providers and associated commercial negotiations.

 

Responsibilities:

• Translate the strategic objectives of the business into defined project plans

• Conduct regular meetings with research, technology and other team leads and stakeholders to evaluate the status of projects and assess a new project’s impact on resource allocation

• Provide monthly reporting in relation to the status of projects to enable prioritisation discussions, identify and escalate issues when required

• Work with team leads to provide guidance on project prioritisation

• Support business and financial planning

 

Research Services

• Relationship manage third party research services in the UK, NY & HK. Point person internally & externally

• Setting up new agreements & monitoring existing agreements

• Negotiating fees & terms of agreements

• Tracking existing agreements and spend to keep in line with our annual budget, and ensure there is no overlap in service

• Rationalising providers and reducing costs where possible

• Liaising with compliance, commercial management & legal regularly

• Coding all research invoices and approving for the business

 

Key Skills & Experience:

• Strong academic record with a degree from a leading university

• Relevant work experience

• Strong communication and presentation skills

• Proven experience engaging with senior management

• Experience of leading projects or workstreams

• Strong analytical ability

• Advanced skills in MS Office (Excel and PowerPoint)

• Strong work ethic, self-starter with ability to multi-task

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.