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 $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

Purpose of the Role

Man Group's US Residential Debt team is seeking an experienced Analyst to support our multifamily focused direct lending strategy. This role will report directly to the Vice President, supporting the origination, underwriting, structuring, and asset management of structured credit transactions across the capital structure and risk spectrum. The team focuses on transitional and construction loans across residential property types, including, but not limited to, multifamily, condominium, single-family rental, build-to-rent, townhomes, and office-to-residential conversions, with individual loans typically ranging from $25 million to $100+ million.

The successful candidate will be a primary contributor across the full deal lifecycle and must be comfortable operating across both analytical and operational workstreams. As this is an existing strategy within Man Group, the individual will have an opportunity to continue building an investment platform with the backing of a premier alternative investment management firm. As a member of the Man Group US Residential Debt team, this individual will also gain cross-platform exposure to the team’s other core investment strategies.

Specific Responsibilities

Underwriting & Investment Analysis

• Underwrite potential loan originations, including detailed analysis of borrower/sponsor strength, business plan feasibility, capital structures, and exit strategies
• Build and maintain detailed financial models incorporating cash flow analysis, draw schedule projections, sensitivity scenarios, and risk-adjusted return analysis
• Prepare and present investment committee memoranda with clear articulation of deal thesis, key risks/mitigants, return profile, and relative value

Sourcing & Origination Support

• Assist in cultivating and maintaining relationships with borrowers, sponsors, brokers, co-lenders, attorneys, and other market participants
• Participate in early-stage deal screening to identify and evaluate new investment opportunities consistent with the team's strategy
• Contribute to market research and competitive landscape analysis to support sourcing and pricing decisions
• Prepare and maintain weekly pipeline materials

Due Diligence & Execution

• Lead and coordinate due diligence workstreams including sponsor/borrower assessment, property-level collateral analysis, market analysis, and review of third-party reports
• Assist in structuring and closing of investments, including term sheet preparation, legal documentation review, and commercial negotiation

Asset Management

• Develop a deep understanding of the exposures and associated risks across a portfolio of existing loans
• Review and obtain approval for construction draw requests, coordinating with borrowers, third parties, and internal teams
• Proactively monitor loan-level performance, including covenant compliance, business plan milestones, cash flow updates, valuation model updates, and monthly asset financial reporting
• Identify and mitigate signs of credit deterioration and contribute to loss mitigation efforts where necessary

Cross-Platform Collaboration

In addition to the role’s primary focus, the candidate will be expected to work across the broader Residential Debt team, contributing to the other core investment strategies as needed:

Lender Finance

• Support underwriting and monitoring of lender finance facilities, including review of borrower/originator profiles, collateral eligibility criteria, and covenant compliance
• Assist with borrowing base calculations, funding requests, and ongoing facility administration in coordination with counterparties and internal operations teams

RTL Whole Loan Purchasing

• Contribute to RTL underwriting workstreams, including collateral tape review, borrower and property-level analysis, and pricing support
• Assist in evaluating credit performance across the RTL portfolio to inform ongoing acquisition and pricing decisions

Capital Raising & Investor Relations

• Support the team's capital raising efforts by helping prepare marketing materials, coordinate due diligence, and respond to investor requests and questionnaires
• Assist in compiling and analyzing portfolio performance data for ongoing investor reporting and ad hoc investor inquiries
• Develop a working familiarity with the team's fund structures and investor base to support relationship management effort

Key Competencies

• Bachelor's degree required, preferably in finance, real estate, economics, or a related field
• 1 - 4 years of relevant experience in commercial real estate debt, preferably with direct exposure to transitional or construction lending on residential assets
• Advanced proficiency in complex financial modeling and Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, and Word)
• Experience with commercial real estate underwriting and valuation is strongly preferred; familiarity with residential whole loans (RTL, DSCR) or lender finance is a plus
• Proficiency with Python is a plus
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to distill complex investment theses into clear, concise IC materials
• Detail-oriented and organized, with the ability to manage multiple workstreams simultaneously in a fast-paced environment
• Self-motivated, intellectually curious, collaborative, and comfortable working in a growing platform with a flat team structure

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.