Analyst Credit, Discretionary Middle Office - Man Group plc
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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 * As at 31 December 2025 Job Summary: The Public Markets Credit Middle Office team is responsible for Security pricing controls, NAV (Net Asset Valuation) calculations, fee modelling, and portfolio rebalancing across Feeder/Master/Multi-Book structures, as well as setting trading levels and instructing FX hedges related to client capital flows across Man's Public Markets Fixed Income/Credit Funds. The role involves running key operational processes independently, while continuing to develop broader technical and operational expertise. The team develops tools and reporting solutions, widely used across the firm, primarily using Python, Excel, and internal databases to deliver critical reporting and analytics. The Analyst demonstrates technical expertise and ability to contribute to process improvements and collaborate on wider projects. Specific Responsibilities: Credit Fund Operations: Review and analyse fixed income securities and derivatives (including credit default swaps, bonds, loans and other fixed income instruments), with focus on their pricing and profit/loss calculations Support daily operational processes including hedge fund valuations and reconciliations of fixed income funds Perform fixed income-specific valuations including yield curve analysis, duration calculations, and credit spread assessments Work with various internal tools and databases to deliver fixed income reporting and analytics Contribute to process improvements and automation initiatives specific to fixed income fund operations Technical Development: Contribute to the team's continuous improvement of systems, controls and workflows related to fixed income fund administration Learn and utilize programming tools to enhance team processes and reporting Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with team members and other departments both in daily activities and long-term projects Communicate findings and recommendations clearly to various stakeholders Professional Development: Take advantage of training opportunities in technical and financial topics, particularly in fixed income markets Develop understanding of investment operations and market infrastructure Contribute ideas for process improvement and efficiency Technical Competencies: Required: Previous experience in fixed income fund accounting, fixed income valuations, or fixed income operations Strong understanding of fixed income instruments including bonds, credit derivatives, and interest rate products Knowledge of fixed income valuation methodologies and pricing conventions Strong analytical mindset with ability to solve complex problems Keen attention to detail and strong organizational skills Ability to work both independently and as part of a team Excellent communication skills and confidence to raise questions Demonstrated ability to learn new concepts quickly Strong academic background in a quantitative or analytical field (Mathematics, Finance and Accounting, Physics, Engineering, Computer Science, or any data/finance-oriented disciplines) Interest in fixed income markets and motivation to build a career in the industry Advantages (but not required) Basic programming knowledge with enthusiasm to develop technical skills Previous exposure to hedge fund administration or asset management operations Professional qualifications (CFA, accounting qualifications such as ACA/ACCA) or studying towards Python programming (or similar languages), SQL or database experience Experience with fixed income analytics platforms (Bloomberg, FactSet, etc.) 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 . You'll have opportunities to m