Analyst, Fund Regulatory Reporting in 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 $253.6 billion and operate across multiple offices globally.

Purpose of role

The Fund Regulatory Reporting team is responsible for execution and management of regulatory requirements across Man Group’s fund ranges including AIFMD, Form PF, CPO-PQR and other reporting requirements where appropriate. As part of the Fund Financial and Regulatory Reporting Control team within the Operations Department of Man Group, the team are focused on continual improvement in operating efficiency and scalability. The Regulatory Reporting Analyst will work closely with colleagues in the Fund Regulatory Reporting team to execute the team deliverables and develop their skills and capabilities.

Job Description

Roles & Responsibilities

• Preparation and review of all regulatory filings to the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), the Central Bank of Ireland (CBI), National Futures Association (NFA), the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and other global regulators where appropriate.
• Ensure contribution of all relevant business areas to reporting requirements and ensure relevant sign-off for provided data is received from all relevant business areas – in a planned delivery schedule to meet regulatory deadlines for each filing.
• Maintain and update operational regulatory reporting policies and procedures.
• Continually monitor and improve regulatory reporting processes within different business areas and work with stakeholders to improve process where relevant.
• Provide advice and guidance to business areas on the treatment of products and transactions for regulatory reporting purposes.
• Provide assessment and advice to the business on the impact of business change on regulatory reporting.
• Liaison with external vendors to support ongoing reporting requirements, including reviewing KPIs, and co-ordination of governance and oversight meetings.
• Attend regular regulatory reporting meetings to identify ongoing reporting requirements.
• Act as a liaison where appropriate between the firm and the FCA, and other regulators where relevant, to respond to any queries raised by regulators.

Technical Competencies

• A good working knowledge of fund accounting principles and portfolio management principles.
• Ability to work under time pressure to meet fixed monthly/ quarterly/annual deadlines.
• Previous experience of running complex processes requiring co-ordination of inputs from various data sources.
• Ability to build strong and effective working relationships across various functions within front, middle and back office.
• Excellent communication skills and an ability to communicate at all levels within the firm.
• Desire to develop and maintain an up to date understanding of regulatory reporting requirements with specific focus on AIFMD, Form PF, and Form CPO-PQR.
• Ability to lead project work relating to regulatory developments from both a business operations and systems perspective.
• Strong data consolidation/manipulation skills, with a focus on excellent Excel skills and reporting tools.
• Experience of regulatory reporting would be advantageous.

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. 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.