Client Relations Associate (Italian Speaker) - 12m FTC

The Client Relations Associate (Italian Speaker) is a 12‑month fixed‑term position within Man Group's Global Client Relations team. Man Group is a globally recognised asset manager, and the role works closely with the Italian Sales Team from either the London or Pfäffikon office, offering a pathway to a permanent role after the contract ends. Day‑to‑day duties involve acting as the primary contact for client queries, keeping the CRM system up to date with records, activity and pipeline, and preparing ad‑hoc and regular reports for senior management. The associate will support the Italian team on projects that affect existing clients, manage onboarding for complex investor transactions, and coordinate portfolio reviews, due‑diligence meetings, RFPs, roadshows, outreach campaigns, conferences and client update calls. Additional tasks include handling subscription and redemption flows, organising new commercial agreements, and working with compliance on restriction lists, trade error notifications and side‑letter attestations. The role requires a solid foundation in client‑facing financial services. Candidates must be fluent in Italian, hold a bachelor's degree and have at least two years of experience in client relations, client services, investor relations or investment operations within a wealth manager, asset manager or hedge fund. A clear understanding of the regulatory landscape, including AIFMD, MiFID II and Italian requirements, is essential, as is the ability to produce professional presentations and analyses using PowerPoint, Word and Excel. Beyond the core requirements, the position values a genuine interest in active alternative asset classes and strong organisational and time‑management capabilities. Candidates who are pursuing or plan to pursue CFA or CAIA qualifications, are comfortable experimenting with AI tools to improve reporting and operational efficiency, or have experience with Salesforce will be viewed favourably. The role offers flexible working arrangements, a comprehensive benefits package, and the chance to develop expertise across a wide range of alternative investments while contributing to an inclusive, high‑performance culture. What the role asks for: - Fluency in Italian - Bachelor's degree - 2+ years client relations or investment operations experience - Awareness of AIFMD, MiFID II, Italian regulations - Proficiency in PowerPoint, Word, Excel - Studying for CFA or CAIA qualification (nice‑to‑have) - Familiarity with AI tools (nice‑to‑have) - Experience with Salesforce (nice‑to‑have)