Risk & Performance Analyst

LGBT Great; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - GBP 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global investment management firm in London is seeking a Risk & Performance Analyst as part of their Career Returner Programme. This role supports investment management with performance metrics and regulatory reporting. Ideal candidates have a strong analytical mindset, advanced Excel skills, and interest in financial markets. They advocate for flexible working and aim to foster an inclusive environment. The position offers a chance to transition back into work and may lead to permanent employment.

Benefits

Competitive holiday entitlements

Pension/401k

Life and long-term disability coverage

Paid leave for community volunteering

Private medical coverage

Discounted gym membership options

Qualifications

• Strong quantitative problem-solving ability with attention to detail.
• Experience with complex Excel formulas and data analysis.
• Ability to collaborate and establish constructive working relationships.

Responsibilities

• Produce performance metrics for internal and external distribution.
• Assist in checking bespoke risk templates and client performance.
• Calculate exposure and risk metrics for client queries.
• Produce competitor analysis and reports.
• Contribute to quarterly regulatory reporting.

Skills

Analytical mindset

Advanced Excel proficiency

Strong communication skills

Problem-solving approach

Interest in financial markets

Job description

Overview

Job Application for Risk & Performance Analyst (Career Returner Programme) at Man Group London

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

Man Group Returner Programme 2026

About the Man Group Returner Programme

During the six-month programme, you will work on professional assignments based on your skills and interests and will benefit from coaching through the transition period from Career Returners, together with internal mentoring and network access. At the end of the programme, there will be the possibility of a permanent role with the organisation.

Man Group strongly believes in flexible working and encourages applications from people who want flexibility in their working arrangements.

Who Man Group is Looking For

Man Group is keen to hear from candidates of any gender who have had a career break of at least 24 months (as of April 2026), with relevant previous experience within investment analytics.

Investment Analysis – Risk &Performance Analyst

This role sits within the Risk &Performance Analysis team within Global Investment Analytics. The core function of this team is to support our Investment Management, Sales and Marketing teams globally with responses to quantitative risk, analytical queries and the provision of performance statistics and attribution analysis on our entire product range. The role is also heavily involved with regulatory risk reporting to the SEC, FCA and other regulators around the world.

Responsibilities

• Produce performance metrics for both internal and external distribution
• Assist in the production and checking of bespoke risk templates and client performance
• Calculate exposure and risk metrics to assist in responding to ad-hoc client queries
• Contribute to and produce competitor / peer group analysis and reports
• Involvement in the production and approval of the team's contribution to quarterly regulatory reporting

Key Competencies

• Analytical mindset – strong quantitative problem-solving ability with attention to detail
• Problem-solving approach – the ability to analyse information, ask questions, and work collaboratively towards pragmatic solutions
• Advanced Excel proficiency – strong Excel skills are essential for this role, including experience with complex formulas, data manipulation and analysis; refresher training is available to help you get up to speed with any new features introduced during your career break
• Curious and proactive – willing to take on responsibility and ownership, with support from an experienced team as you build confidence
• Strong communication skills – ability to establish constructive working relationships with colleagues across different teams
• Interest in financial markets – some familiarity with financial markets or investment vehicles is desirable but not essential; comprehensive training on our products and processes is provided

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 .