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
As a Business Manager, you will be responsible for supporting the financial and business planning of the Technology Department. Core competencies of the role include analysis and reporting, budget planning, project prioritisation, relationship management and supporting the operational and strategic management of Technology.
The Team
The Business Management team comprises of a small number of individuals responsible for the operational management of the department, supervision of the budget, delivery of internal and external communications and events, and implementing strategic department-wide initiatives.
This role offers an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment where you’ll translate ideas into reality, drive key initiatives, and make a tangible impact across the Technology department. The remit of the team is broad, giving you ample opportunity over time to take on responsibilities outside financial and business planning.
Specific Responsibilities
- Conduct financial analysis and modelling to support decision-making within the department.
- Identify trends and offer valuable insights to provide recommendations for cost optimisation and enhanced efficiencies.
- Collaborate with key stakeholders to maintain detailed BAU and project trackers. Provide accurate and live reporting to senior management/CTO.
- Facilitate the project prioritisation process considering financial implications and business objectives.
- Support the annual budgeting process for the department.
- Represent our requirements when collaborating with central Finance and Commercial Management teams and complying with audit requirements.
Key Skills & Experience
- Minimum part qualified in one of the following qualifications ACA, CIMA, ACCA (we can offer study support to complete the qualification)
- Experience working in Technology, professional services, or similarly project-intensive environments (preferable, not essential)
- Analytical skills with high level of attention to detail
- Strong communication and presentation skills
- Experience in management accounting and reporting/analytics
- Advanced skills in MS Office (Excel and PowerPoint)
- Strong work ethic, self-starter with ability to multi-task
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].
