Location
London

Hours
Full Time (hours not specified)

Salary
Not specified

About the Role
Join Man Group's Data Governance team as an Apprentice. The Data Governance team, part of the Information Security function, ensures the firm handles personal and confidential information responsibly, in line with regulations and best practice. This entry-level role is ideal for individuals curious about how a global financial services business protects and manages information.

Reporting to the Data Governance Office, you will learn on the job while studying the Level 4 Data Protection and Information Governance Practitioner Apprenticeship. The 14–18 month programme, delivered by Damar Training, covers the knowledge, skills, and behaviours needed to build a long-term career in Data Protection and Governance.

Responsibilities include helping maintain data records, supporting risk assessments of suppliers, vendors, and projects, responding to queries, assisting with awareness and training materials, supporting incident handling, and collaborating on team projects. You will gain exposure to how Data Governance and Protection operates within a Financial Services firm.

About Man Group
Man Group is a global alternative investment management firm focused on delivering outperformance for sophisticated clients through Systematic, Discretionary, and Solutions offerings. Powered by talent and advanced technology, Man Group manages $228.7 billion* across public and private markets with a significant focus on alternatives. Headquartered in London, Man Group operates globally and is listed on the London Stock Exchange as part of the FTSE 250 Index.

Man Group is committed to protecting personal data with robust policies and processes ensuring security, integrity, and lawful processing of personal information.

Apprenticeship Programme Details
Qualification: Level 4 Data Protection and Information Governance Practitioner
Training Provider: Damar Training
Duration: 14–18 months (6 modules plus end-point assessment)
Assessment: Work-based project with presentation and Q&A, plus a professional discussion supported by a portfolio of evidence

The programme modules cover regulatory requirements, information rights, risk management, technology use, stakeholder communication, continuous improvement, AI in the workplace, and professional development.

Inclusion, Work-Life Balance and Benefits at Man Group
Man Group fosters an inclusive workplace where equality of opportunity is championed. Employees benefit from professional development, flexible working arrangements, and opportunities to contribute to charitable and global initiatives.

Benefits include competitive holiday entitlement, pension/401k, life and long-term disability coverage, group sick pay, enhanced parental leave, long-service leave, and depending on location, private medical coverage, discounted gym membership, and pet insurance. Employees also receive two paid 'Mankind' days annually for community volunteering.

Experience
No prior experience or knowledge is required. Full training and support will be provided.

About you
Enthusiastic, well-organised, and keen to learn.
Acts professionally with integrity and confidentiality.
Works collaboratively across the organisation and with external stakeholders.
Takes accountability and ownership of tasks.
Seeks learning opportunities and continuous professional development.
Adapts flexibly to changing circumstances.
Shows initiative and is organised.

Qualifications
The right to work in the UK.
Must have lived in the UK or EEA continuously for the past 3 years.
Must not have previously studied the course content or be undertaking any other qualification during the apprenticeship.
Must be able to apply learning to the role.
Evidence of Maths and English at GCSE Grade 4 or above is required.