Trade Operations 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 $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

Purpose of the Role

The Investment Operations team provides operational services to the AHL, GLG, and Numeric fund managers, covering all securities across all markets. As a Trade Operations Analyst you will ensures that all trades booked by these fund managers are true and accurate, while maintaining strong risk management standards.

Key Responsibilities

Trade Confirmation & Settlement

• Confirm and match all trades in a timely manner

• Monitor inbox to mitigate risk on potential settlement issues

• Resolve trade settlement issues promptly

• Monitor unconfirmed and failing trades

• Investigate and clear all nostro breaks in securities transactions

• Improve STP rates at Custodians and Prime Brokers

• Perform monthly CSDR investigation and reimbursements as needed

Trade Lifecycle & Data Management

• Trade amendments, event processing, and reference data maintenance to ensure accurate representation of positions, P&L, and exposures in risk management systems

• Perform daily reconciliation of trade activity for cash and positions

• Continually improve data quality and consistency

• Ensure security data integrity across multiple internal systems

• Maintain integrity of financial and confidential data

Stakeholder Management

• Act as central point of contact for all broker queries

• Act as subject matter expert for Equity, Bond, and OTC products across Man Group

• Manage queries from internal and external clients efficiently

• Build and maintain third-party relationships with Prime Brokers, Custodians, and Counterparties

Process Improvement & Governance

• Continually review and improve working practices/processes; automate end-to-end processes where possible

• Liaise with global Tech & Ops counterparts on strategic initiatives, provide expertise for processes & systems, assist in testing technology rollouts, and drive enhancements

• Implement and execute processes within a control infrastructure that mitigates operational risk

• Collate and present key governance metrics to the business regularly

• Ensure all functions performed are in line with Man Group's growth or contraction

Compliance & Risk

• Ensure all processes meet minimum Audit and Internal Control framework requirements

• Maintain awareness of compliance and regulatory data requirements; manage impacts appropriately

• Assist with periodic compliance and regulatory projects

• Identify actual or potential instances of non-compliance with regulations

• Identify complex events and communicate to team members

Collaboration

• Work alongside other Ops teams to provide cover and product knowledge

• Represent the Equity, Bond, OTC Derivatives Confirmations/Settlement team across Man Group

Key Skills & Experience

Product Knowledge

• Full understanding of financial instruments, specifically Equity, Bonds, and OTC (Swaps)

• Broad understanding of settlement intricacies across multiple regions

Technical Skills

• Strong Excel and Microsoft Office skills

• Broad application skills across multiple platforms

• Experience with Bloomberg, Salerio, DTCC CTM, ALERT, Traiana, ICE (desirable but not essential)

Core Competencies

• Strong analytical skills to understand a broad set of products and complex end-to-end workflows

• Detail-oriented with a control mindset

• Accuracy with strong attention to detail

• Ability to multi-task and prioritize in a fast-paced environment

• Excellent communication skills; ability to partner with Front Office, Tech, and Operations teams globally

• Strong prioritization and planning skills

• Ability to articulate operational needs

• Teamwork approach

• Efficient and ethical

• Willingness to work flexible hours as needed

The anticipated based salary range for this position is listed below. Compensation packages would also include benefits and a discretionary bonus. This is the base salary range that the Company believes it will pay for this position at the time of this posting based on the location and requirements of the position as well as the skills, qualifications, and experience of the applicant. The Firm reserves the right to modify this pay range at any time.

US Pay Range
$75,000—$85,000 USD

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 [email protected].