About this role
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
Job Profile Summary:
To conduct research and develop strategies which will improve AHL’s trading of financial markets across AHL research.
Responsibilities:
Assist in running AHL’s Short-term Trading strategies smoothly in collaboration with Operations and Trading. Be a systems and implementation expert in collaboration with other technically minded team members
Follow markets and their impact on the trading model (performance reviews): propose appropriate model diagnostics: feedback observations into research
Research, develop and implement research and strategies trading in the Short-term Trading sector
Contribute to AHL’s overall research effort by collaborating with other teams across AHL
Follow industry/academic literature for innovations and suggest how AHL can profit from this
Applying quantitative techniques and market intuition to large, often novel or unconventional, datasets and cultivate areas of expertise along the way
Contribute to the business’ overall research effort by interacting with and collaborating with other research teams
Key Skills & Experience:
PhD or exceptional Masters qualification in quantitative subject
Knowledge/understanding of the structure and drivers of returns in financial markets
A demonstrable interest in algorithmic trading, financial derivatives, and markets in general
Able to create a range of trading strategies, with in-depth knowledge of at least one AHL trading strategy, understands the underlying structures and behaviours of the market
Able to implement trading strategies using Python. Ideally have an aptitude with other programming languages e.g. CIC++, Java or similar, familiarity with Linux/Unix
Aware of what statistical and mathematical tools and techniques are available and able to independently decide what is appropriate to use in which circumstances
Able to write clear, concise, and informative technical reports and proposals
3 years' work experience in researching and developing strategies in equities
Exceptional quantitative as well as programming skills
Entrepreneurial team player, able to push and discuss views with the rest of the team and contribute to our wider research agenda
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.
About Man Group
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 Notice to Recruitment Agencies Man Group has a strict policy regarding unsolicited submissions of resumes or candidate profiles by recruitment agencies or third-party recruiters. Please be advised: We do not accept unsolicited resumes or candidate ...
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