Quantitative Researcher

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.

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Macro:

Key competencies

• Advanced degree in Computer Science Statistics Mathematics Finance/Economics or related quantitative field from a top-tier institution
• Passion in investment research with strong intuition and the ability to think-out-of-the-box; strong record of original research and demonstrated problem solving ability
• Excellent quantitative skills from training in econometrics or statistics and extensive experience in utilizing those skills in empirical research. Practical exposures to LLMs and AI agents a plus
• Strong programming skills analyzing large and complex data with statistical tools (Python)
• Proficiency in risk parity portfolio construction volatility modeling derivatives and leverage instruments; knowledge of macro and cross-asset dynamics in China
• Confident communicator able to explain complex ideas in simple terms to both external and internal stakeholders
• 2-5 years of experience in researching and live trading alpha signals for futures in Chinese market

What you will be doing

Develop and improverisk-parity and macro quantitative investment strategiesacross financial markets within the dedicated China research team. Take ownership of the full investment lifecycle fromalpha generation and portfolio construction through to trade execution and implementation with a particular focus onrisk-balanced allocation frameworks across asset classes. Work closely with team members to create and support strategies by:

• Alpha Generation & Strategy Development:Identify new investment ideas and innovative data sources acrossmacro themes asset classes and risk factorsrelevant to risk-parity frameworks.
• Data & Modeling:Gather and refine complex datasets; apply statistical analysis and quantitative modeling to build and improverisk models correlation frameworks volatility estimation and return forecastingmodels central to risk-parity construction.
• Portfolio Construction & Implementation:Participate in research onrisk-budgeting methodologies dynamic leverage diversification and rebalancing strategies as well as trading cost models and execution optimization.
• Interpretation & Decision-Making:Synthesize and interpret model outputs to drive portfolio decisions with the ability to clearly communicate therationale risk exposures and performance attributionof strategies to internal stakeholders.
• External Representation:Serve as a credible and articulate spokesperson for the strategies externally engaging withinvestors and distributorsto present investment philosophy portfolio construction logic performance and risk management in a compelling and transparent manner.

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Youll 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 youll find opportunities to grow develop your talents and help foster an inclusive environment for all across our firm and industry. Learn more at 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 youll 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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