Quantitative Research Intern – Specialist Equities

Company Overview

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 $228.7 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.

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* As at 31 March 2026

Job Profile Summary

The Quantitative Portfolio Management Analyst role spans a broad spectrum of research, investment, and technical tasks. The successful candidate will work closely with a team of Portfolio Managers and other Portfolio Analysts to implement the required investment strategies. This involves validating the inputs to our models as well as the outputs from the quantitative signals used to make buy/sell decisions. The Quantitative Portfolio Management Analyst will also monitor portfolio risk and country/sector exposures, analyse portfolio returns, and conduct analysis for client communications. In addition to day-to-day implementation of the business’ strategies, successful candidates will have the opportunity to contribute to research projects with the central research team.

Responsibilities

• Work with Portfolio Managers to validate the inputs and outputs of our investment signals and assist with the day-to-day management of the portfolio
• Analyse the output of our portfolio construction process to ensure the integrity of our investment philosophy
• Work with large data sets and liaise with outside data vendors to identify data quality issues
• Design tools for evaluating portfolio implementation and performance
• Assist research teams with enhancing existing signals and creating new signals
• Conduct analysis for client communication and presentations

Key Skills & Experience

• Undergraduate and/or graduate coursework in accounting, finance, statistics, computer science, economics, or mathematics
• 1–3 years of investing experience preferred; outstanding undergraduates will be considered
• Solid understanding of accounting and financial statement analysis
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel
• Coding experience necessary; Python or SAS preferred but not required (we will teach you)
• Deep interest in investing and the financial markets
• Strong work ethic and flexible work schedule
• Detail oriented, good communication skills and a collaborative personality
• Strong sense of integrity

Inclusion, Work-Life Balance and Benefits

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, 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

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.