OMI Advisory Analyst

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.

The purpose of this role within the Oxford-Man Institute (OMI) Advisory team is to work with our academic and investment experts to help solve the key challenges and identify opportunities for sophisticated global asset allocators. As OMI Advisory Analyst, you will combine expertise in financial markets with exceptional research and writing capabilities. Your strong communication skills, backed by intellectual curiosity and a broad understanding of geopolitics and macroeconomics, mean you will be a trusted partner to Man Group's researchers and academics (internal and affiliated).

Your Responsibilities:

• Research, develop and articulate insights on geopolitical events, macroeconomic trends and other relevant subjects, assessing their implications for portfolios and asset allocation.
• Assist in building out the suite of OMI Advisory research topics and education framework, liaising with researchers, academics, technology teams and investment engines.
• Lead the planning, writing, editing and proof-reading of white papers, primers and thought leadership pieces, ensuring clarity, rigour and engagement.
• Assist the senior OMI Advisory and Portfolio Advisory team members to generate cutting-edge financial research for publication.
• Manage compliance sign-off process for all thought leadership, in accordance with internal procedures.
• Ensure familiarity with strategies and investment management styles employed at Man Group, to understand the risk and performance drivers.
• Follow industry, academic and geopolitical literature for developments relevant to markets and suggest how OMI Advisory can support our investment businesses and clients.
• Ensure investment and macro knowledge is current by attending relevant internal meetings and keeping up to date with global news and market developments.
• Contribute to ad hoc business projects and requirements.

Your Background:

• 4+ years of experience in a relevant role (markets, research, macro strategy, risk or financial journalism); fewer years considered for exceptional candidates.
• Strong investment knowledge, with a keen interest in financial markets, geopolitics and macroeconomics.
• Excellent writing skills – demonstrated ability to produce clear, compelling long-form analysis (writing samples may be requested).
• Very strong academics – CFA/IMC/Finance qualification a plus, but not essential; backgrounds in economics, political science, history or related fields also valued.
• Knowledge/understanding of the structure and drivers of returns in financial markets. Cross-market awareness including Equities, Rates, Credit, FX, Volatility and Commodities.
• Interest in tail risk, scenario analysis and how extreme events affect portfolios.
• Comfortable with data and quantitative concepts; Python or similar programming experience a plus but not required.
• Experience planning, writing and editing research papers or thought leadership.
• Creative approach to problem-solving and idea generation.
• Highly organised with the ability to prioritise assignments and meet deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Creative thinker, self-starter and team player.
• Attention to detail, particularly in editing and proof-reading.
• High levels of discretion.

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.

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.

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 TalentAcquisition@man.com.