Senior Analyst Credit, Middle Office

Job Application for Senior Analyst Credit, Middle Office at Man GroupSofia Job Summary:
The Public Markets Credit Middle Office team is responsible for Security pricing controls, NAV (Net Asset Valuation) calculations, fee modelling, and portfolio rebalancing across Feeder/Master/Multi-Book structures, as well as setting trading levels and instructing FX hedges related to client capital flows across Man's Public Markets Fixed Income/Credit Funds. The role involves running key operational processes independently, while continuing to develop broader technical and operational expertise. The team develops tools and reporting solutions, widely used across the firm, primarily using Python, Excel, and internal databases to deliver critical reporting and analytics. The Senior Analyst demonstrates technical expertise and ability to contribute to process improvements and collaborate on wider projects.Specific Responsibilities:
Credit Fund Operations:

• Review and analyse fixed income securities and derivatives (including credit default swaps, bonds, loans and other fixed income instruments), with focus on their pricing and profit/loss calculations
• Support daily operational processes including hedge fund valuations and reconciliations of fixed income funds
• Perform fixed income-specific valuations including yield curve analysis, duration calculations, and credit spread assessments
• Work with various internal tools and databases to deliver fixed income reporting and analytics
• Contribute to process improvements and automation initiatives specific to fixed income fund operations

Technical Development:

• Contribute to the team's continuous improvement of systems, controls and workflows related to fixed income fund administration
• Learn and utilize programming tools to enhance team processes and reporting

Stakeholder Engagement:

• Collaborate with team members and other departments both in daily activities and long-term projects
• Communicate findings and recommendations clearly to various stakeholders

Professional Development:

• Take advantage of training opportunities in technical and financial topics, particularly in fixed income markets
• Develop understanding of investment operations and market infrastructure
• Contribute ideas for process improvement and efficiency

Technical Competencies:
Required:

• Previous experience in fixed income fund accounting, fixed income valuations, or fixed income operations
• Strong understanding of fixed income instruments including bonds, credit derivatives, and interest rate products
• Knowledge of fixed income valuation methodologies and pricing conventions
• Strong analytical mindset with ability to solve complex problems
• Keen attention to detail and strong organizational skills
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Excellent communication skills and confidence to raise questions
• Demonstrated ability to learn new concepts quickly
• Strong academic background in a quantitative or analytical field (Mathematics, Finance and Accounting, Physics, Engineering, Computer Science, or any data/finance-oriented disciplines)
• Interest in fixed income markets and motivation to build a career in the industry

Advantages (but not required)

• Basic programming knowledge with enthusiasm to develop technical skills
• Previous exposure to hedge fund administration or asset management operations
• Professional qualifications (CFA, accounting qualifications such as ACA/ACCA) or studying towards
• Python programming (or similar languages), SQL or database experience
• Experience with fixed income analytics platforms (Bloomberg, FactSet, etc.)

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. Depending on your location, you may also enjoy additional benefits such as private medical coverage, discounted gym membership options and pet insurance.