Head of Investment Risk – Discretionary

About the role

Man Group is seeking a senior leader to head its Discretionary Investment Risk function. The role will provide strategic direction, oversee real‑time risk monitoring across all discretionary funds, and embed a strong risk culture throughout the business.

Key responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership to the Discretionary Risk Management team, fostering a culture of excellence.
• Maintain strong relationships with Portfolio Managers, senior management, clients and regulators.
• Conduct real‑time monitoring and assessment of risk exposures across all discretionary funds and books.
• Chair the Discretionary Risk Committee, set agendas and drive actionable outcomes.
• Champion continuous improvement of risk methodologies, frameworks and tools.
• Design, deliver and oversee strategic risk projects from inception to completion.
• Advance and embed Man Group’s risk management framework across business functions.
• Ensure timely resolution of risk issues based on materiality and potential impact.

Required profile

• Postgraduate degree in Finance, Mathematics, Economics or a related discipline.
• Minimum 10 years’ experience in risk management within buy‑side or sell‑side institutions.
• Proven track record in discretionary risk management.
• Strong credit‑focused background with deep knowledge of credit instruments and markets.

Required skills

• AI/machine learning