Man Group
Business Manager (Veteran Transition Programme)
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Job Profile: Senior Business Manager (Veteran Transition Programme)
About Man Group
Man Group is a global alternative investment management firm focused on pursuing outperformance for sophisticated clients via Systematic, Discretionary and Solutions offerings. Powered by talent and advanced technology, our single and multi-manager investment strategies are underpinned by deep research, spanning public and private markets across all major asset classes, with a significant focus on alternatives. We foster a partnership approach with clients, providing tailored solutions to align with their investment goals and the needs of millions of retirees and savers globally.
Headquartered in London with $228.7 billion* in assets, Man Group operates globally and is listed on the London Stock Exchange (ticker: EMG.LN), as part of the FTSE 250 Index. Further details are available at www.man.com.
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About The Man Group Veteran Transition Programme
This six-month programme supports military Veterans in transitioning into civilian careers. You’ll:
- Work on assignments aligned with your skills and interests
- Receive dedicated coaching for a seamless transition
- Access mentorship and our extensive professional network
- Build partnerships with clients and advance within the organisation
We recognise the value of Veterans’ experiences and the transferable skills that add value to our corporate culture.
Job Profile Summary: Senior Business Manager (Requisition ID: TBC)
Location: Remote* (*or primary hubs in London, NYC, Hong Kong)
As a Senior Business Manager in the Veteran Transition Programme, you’ll support business development initiatives, oversee research outsourcing, and drive strategic alignment. Your responsibilities include proposal development, vendor management, and budget stewardship. Critically, you’ll provide analytical impact assessment and guidance to business stakeholders across operations and trading units.
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Responsibilities
Business Strategy & Project Management
- Translate strategic business objectives into actionable, time-bound plans.
- Conduct regular progress evaluations with Research, Technology, Compliance and Stakeholders to assess project feasibility and resource alignment.
- Provide monthly reporting to prioritise projects and escalate critical issues as needed.
- Collaborate with team leads to optimise project prioritisation and budget allocation.
- Liaise with leadership on business planning and financial strategy.
Research Services Provider Management
- Host relationship management for third-party research vendors in the UK, New York and Hong Kong (internal/externally).
- Initiate new vendor agreements and oversee existing contracts.
- Negotiate fees, terms, and service-level agreements (SLAs) to ensure alignment with business needs.
- Monitor spend to eliminate budget overruns and prevent service overlap.
- Rationalise providers to reduce costs where viable.
- Collaborate with Compliance, Commercial, and Legal for contract review.
- Code and approve research invoices and reports for internal workflows.
Key Skills & Qualifications
Education
- Bachelor’s degree from a top-ranked university with a strong academic record.
Experience & Qualifications
- Demonstrated experience in business management, operations, or a similar field.
- Proven track record of project leadership or workstream execution.
- Experience working with senior management to define priorities.
- Strong critical analysis and problem-solving skills.
- Advanced proficiency in MS Office (Excel for modelling/analysis, PowerPoint for presentations).
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Soft Skills
- Exceptional communication and presentation skills.
- Ability to multitask efficiently and self-start projects with minimal supervision.
- Commitment to continuous professional development.
About Inclusion, Work-Life Balance & Benefits
Our Commitment to Equity
Man Group embraces equality of opportunity and diversity as core to our values. Veterans Step Up into the wider group with confidence, knowing your unique perspective will enhance our culture. Learn more about our initiatives at www.man.com/diversity.
Making an Impact Together
- Charitable initiatives: Participate in global projects and corporate volunteering.
- Professional growth: Develop through mentorship, upskilling and sponsorship.
- Flexibility: Enjoy flexible working arrangements, including the ability to take two paid "Mankind" days per year for community volunteering.
Benefits Package
- Competitive holiday entitlement, health and life insurance coverage.
- Pension scheme and enhanced leave policies.
- Location-based benefits (private medical coverage, subsidized gym memberships, pet insurance).
Equal Employment Opportunity Policy
Man Group adheres to laws ensuring equal opportunity to all applicants and employees across globally protected categories, including military and veteran status, disability, and gender identity.
For support regarding accessibility or reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact TalentAcquisition@man.com. Man Group is a Disability Confident Committed employer.
Note for Veterans: This role is designed to leverage and develop the transferable skills honed in military life—leadership under pressure, strategic thinking, and relationship management—into a corporate setting.
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