Man Group
Associate, Discretionary Investment Specialists

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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. 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 30 June 2026
Purpose of the Role
The Discretionary Investment Specialist Associate will have overall responsibility for investment content creation across a group of Man Group’s Discretionary flagship funds, with a focus on liquid, public credit. The role requires developing a significant technical specialism in key investment funds within Man’s Discretionary business area, so as to be able to credibly write, and present, investment content in a compelling and effective manner. These materials will need to be prepared on a regular basis for use with Man's institutional and retail client base. A key element of the role will be to develop deep and credible relationships with the relevant Discretionary investment and CPM teams and to become a go-to source for Sales on the sub-set of funds covered. The successful applicant will be expected to produce high quality and professional materials quickly, efficiently and to a high standard.
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Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain a full range of investment collateral, including fund marketing (new product launch materials, monthly performance commentaries), technical content (questionnaire and client queries) and sales enablement content (meeting materials, investment outlooks, product updates)
- Shape compelling and differentiated product messaging to help position strategies competitively
- Provide ongoing technical expertise on a set of products to various internal and external stakeholders (including clients), acting as a subject matter expert
- Communicate on specific market events, performance updates, and product milestones
- Partner with the Discretionary portfolio management, CPM, and other key stakeholders across the business so as to ensure content is impactful and of the highest quality
- Write webcasts and performance updates/educational videos to promote fund capabilities and offerings
- Identify opportunities and initiate projects where Investment Specialists can add value for the portfolio manager, sales force and wider business
- Ensure that the latest fund research, analysis and messaging is incorporated into all materials
Technical Competencies:
- Degree level education in a relevant discipline required. CFA, CAIA or IMC qualification is preferred although not essential
- Approx. 2-3 years’ Client Service or Content Creation experience within the industry and a solid understanding of the financial landscape investment management / hedge fund space preferred
- Ability to work with senior members of sales and investment management to support sales priorities
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Proficient in understanding institutional / retail client expectations and requirements
- Good organisational and time management skills.
- Ability to prioritise work effectively
- Ability to work independently within a team to meet demanding deadlines.
- Works comfortably in an entrepreneurial environment, seeks to continuously enhance own relevant skills
- Good ability in Word, PowerPoint and Excel
- Strong analytical ability with good attention to detail / accuracy.


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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.
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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.
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