AHL Middle Office Analyst Job in London Recruiting by Man Group plc

Job Profile Summary: The Middle Office Analyst is primarily responsible for assisting Asset Managers by providing review/analysis of fund profit and loss accounts and calculating the Net Asset Value (NAV) of funds. They are responsible for highlighting potential operational or valuation issues to the Asset Manager. Responsibilities: Using the firm's systems and other available tools (Bloomberg Vendor data etc.) to review and analyse fund profit and loss accounts across asset classes. Reviewing accuracy of fund profit and loss at security level using risk-based measures (Greeks) including both exchange traded instruments and OTC's (Over the counter) derivatives Calculate Net Asset Value (NAV) of funds including complex management and performance fee calculations Liaise with the fund administrator/s to reconcile final fund NAVs Utilising in house technology, python, confluence, excel and other applications to deliver efficient solutions to improve or deliver new metrics and visualisation of both reporting and control process' Implementing the Feeder - Master fund rebalance, applying fund and programme specific volatility parameters to give clients correct target exposures and maintain appropriate cash levels Setup of new fund routes and restructures to cater to client or programme manager changes. Liaising with structuring, portfolio managers and AHL research teams to implement parameter changes with a consistently high attention to detail and consideration for potential impact. Review foreign exchange exposures and instruct hedges required from capital inflows and outflows Review reconciliations between Custodians, Prime brokers and the investment engine's internal records, co-ordinating investigation and/or correction of breaking items where required Contributing to updates and implementing new requests for data on Fund performance or exposure. Attend meetings with administrators and pricing committees Review existing systems / processes / procedures and MIS to identify areas of possible enhancements Represent the team on wider Man projects such as trading system enhancements and regulatory change integration Key Skills & Experience: Strong academic record and highly numerate - required Programming experience in ideally Python, Git, VBA, SQL a strong advantage Circa 2-7 years relevant experience at either an Investment Bank, Asset Manager, Administrator A team player, who is collaborative in nature. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, control mindset Comfortable taking individual ownership and initiative Ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders including Operations, Research and Trading, Technology Risk, Legal, Sales and our third-Party Administrators Our Culture, Values and Benefits at Man Man Group is proud to provide the best working environment possible for all of its employees, and we are committed to equal opportunities. At Man Group we believe that a diverse workforce is a critical factor in the success of our business and this is embedded in our culture and values. There are a number of external and internal initiatives, partnerships and programmes that help us to attract and develop talent from diverse backgrounds and that encourage inclusion and diversity across our firm and the industry. Man Group is a Signatory of the Women in Finance Charter and the Race at Work Charter. Man Group is also 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] . https://www.man.com/diversity Man Group supports many charities, and global initiatives. We support professional training and development, and requests for flexible or part-time working. Employees are also offered two 'Mankind' days of paid leave per year as part of the Man Charitable Trust's community volunteering programme. We offer comprehensive, firm-wide employee benefits including competitive holiday entitlements, pension/401k, life and long-term disability coverage, group sick pay, enhanced parental leave and long-service leave. Additional benefits are tailored to local markets and may include private medical coverage, discounted gym membership and wellbeing programmes.