Receptionist | Administrative Assistant

Receptionist | Administrative Assistant

New York

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.

Headquartered in London, we manage $253.6 billion* and operate across multiple offices globally. Man Group plc is listed on the London Stock Exchange under the ticker EMG.LN and is a constituent of the FTSE 250 Index.

* As at 30 June 2026

Purpose of Role

Serve as a welcoming and reliable point of contact for the office, working collaboratively as part of a global, multidisciplinary workplace management team to deliver a seamless and positive experience for colleagues and clients alike.

Provide thoughtful, high-quality support to the CRES Manager, the wider CRES team, and local leadership across all aspects of workplace services, including reception, catering and hospitality, mail, stationery, office maintenance, waste management, security etc. Ensure day-to-day office needs are handled with care, professionalism, and a strong sense of responsiveness.

Support the delivery of local Health & Safety requirements, such as office risk assessments, first aid and fire warden coordination, and life safety equipment checks, helping to ensure Man Group remains fully compliant with regulatory standards and aligned with global best practice at all times.

Specific Responsibilities

Reception and Office Services

• Welcome clients and visitors, ensuring a professional and high-quality guest experience.
• Coordinate hospitality, catering, and meeting room setup for external meetings.
• Support basic VC/AV setup for client meetings as needed.
• Manage office supplies, including post, print, and stationery.
• Maintain catering supplies for tea points, meetings, and events.
• Handle switchboard calls, directing enquiries appropriately.
• Support the CRES Manager with access pass issuance and related reconciliations in line with agreed processes.
• Help coordinate and oversee third-party contractors including cleaning, catering, pest control, landscaping, waste management, office maintenance, and access control liaising with building management as required.
• Receive and distribute incoming and outgoing mail.
• Provide general support to the CRES Manager in the day-to-day running of the office.

Health & Safety

• Support the CRES Manager in maintaining a safe working environment, including carrying out routine checks.
• Maintain accurate records for first aiders, fire wardens, and PEEPs.
• Ensure first aid boxes are accessible, visible, and regularly stocked.
• Assist with compliance on fire evacuation procedures and local regulations.
• Support the reporting process for accidents, incidents, and near misses.
• Maintain a log of all personal DSE equipment issued to staff.

Moves & Changes

• Support the CRES Manager with desk moves, changes, and related logistics.
• Assist with ad hoc requirements such as desk booking, locker allocations, and artwork.

Event Management

• Help coordinate office events, including seasonal gatherings such as summer and winter parties.
• Support dcor and theming for relevant initiatives (e.g. Pride), aligning with global offices where appropriate.

Financial

• Raise and/or approve purchase orders.
• File quotes and supporting documentation accurately within the relevant shared folders.
• Maintain data logs and records as required.

Administration & Communications

• Communicate office and CRES updates via email, Slack, and other channels as needed.
• General support as required

Technical Competencies

• University degree preferable
• Reception and or client facing experience
• Ability to multitask and remain calm under pressure.
• Encourage collaboration and team working
• Good understanding and awareness of Health & Safety
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• PC literate proficiency in MS Outlook with mid to excellent level MS Excel and PowerPoint skills
• Personable and able to develop relationships at all levels in the organisation with particular emphasis on customer service excellence
• Relevant experience with Corporate Services or Client facing experience (preferred)

The anticipated based salary range for this position is listed below. Compensation packages would also include benefits and a discretionary bonus. This is the base salary range that the Company believes it will pay for this position at the time of this posting based on the location and requirements of the position as well as the skills, qualifications, and experience of the applicant. The Firm reserves the right to modify this pay range at any time.

US Pay Range

$70,000 - $85,000 USD

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. Learn more at . 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.

Man Group provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and all employees without regard to race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, religion, disability, sex, gender identity and expression, marital status, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, age or any other legally protected category or status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.