Analyst / Analystess

About Man Group

Man Group is a global alternative investment management firm focused on pursuing outperformance for sophisticated clients through our Systematic, Discretionary, and Solutions offerings. Powered by talent and advanced technology, our single and multi-manager investment strategies are built on deep research and encompass public and private markets across all major asset classes, with a significant focus on alternatives. Man Group adopts a partnership approach with our clients, forging deep connections and creating tailored solutions to meet their investment goals, as well as those of the millions of retirees and savers we 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. For further information, please visit www.man.com.

* As at 31 December 2025

Job Title

Analyst – Specialist Situations

Purpose of Role

The purpose of this role is to conduct market research, assist in the analysis of new investments, and support the monitoring and daily management of existing investments.

Responsibilities

• Reviewing and analyzing research material on companies, industry sectors, and economic trends.
• Gathering market information through conversations and meetings with brokers and company representatives, collaborating with other analysts, and reading research to generate trading ideas for asset managers.
• Running financial sector models and making investment recommendations to asset managers for both short and long-term strategies.
• Backtesting trading strategies and preparing valuation models as requested.
• Providing regular research updates to asset managers.
• Receiving, reviewing, and cross-checking information from financial models and broker reports.
• Preparing and printing research materials for analysts and assisting with ad hoc requests related to meeting notes, models, news reports, and research documentation.
• Encouraging the use of and monitoring team input via chat systems during meetings.
• Maintaining and supervising subscriptions to hard copy research and news report channels, including the Financial Times and Wall Street Journal, while downloading and disseminating data as requested.
• Collating current survey results and peer group reports for distribution to the team.

Skills and Experience

• Strong experience with Relative Value trades and SPACs (Special Purpose Acquisition Companies).
• Expertise in Merger Arbitrage using options.
• 10+ years of direct industry experience.
• Advanced understanding of Prime Broker platforms and how to optimize financing.
• Experience managing money in both UCITS and offshore formats.
• Recognition through industry awards on multiple occasions.

Inclusion, Work-Life Balance, and Benefits at Man Group

At Man Group, you'll thrive in a working environment that champions equality of opportunity. Your unique perspective will contribute to our success in a workplace where inclusion is fundamental and deeply embedded in our culture and values. Through various internal and external initiatives, partnerships, and programs, 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 the chance to make a difference through our charitable and global initiatives while advancing your career through professional development opportunities and flexible working arrangements. All employees 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 memberships, and pet insurance.

Equal Employment Opportunity Policy

Man Group provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and 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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