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ISS is hiring! Our U.S. Research team seeks to hire an analyst in Rockville, MD or Washington, DC for the spring annual shareholder meeting season, starting in February 2025 for a term ending in May/June 2025 (there could be some fluctuation in start and end dates).

Each year, institutional investors such as mutual funds and pension funds vote on key governance issues at their portfolio companies. These include the election of directors, ratification of auditors, and votes on executive compensation plans, mergers, and financings. For over 30 years, Institutional Shareholder Services (ISS) has been the leading provider of governance research to institutional investors, helping them assess governance risk in their portfolios and cast informed votes on these issues.

Responsibilities

Perform research and complete proxy analyses for shareholder meetings of publicly traded companies.

Read and understand SEC filings (10-Ks, 10-Qs, 8-Ks, DEF 14As) and other company disclosures and distill financial, industry, and corporate governance information to draft analyses and issue proxy vote recommendations based on ISS' policy guidelines (available at issgovernance.com/policy).

Develop understanding of governance issues, in particular those dealing with mergers, acquisitions, and equity or debt financings. 

Answer internal and external queries on research analyses, and discuss policies and vote recommendations.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree or higher, plus relevant work experience preferred in finance, accounting, economics, governance, or law.

Strong analytical abilities.

Excellent writing and oral communication skills.

Organizational skills, attention to detail, a self-driven work ethic, and the ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a high-pressure, deadline-driven environment.

Ability to work within a team-oriented environment and communicate with various internal parties.

Familiarity with SEC filings is not required but would be a plus

Additional Information

We are currently working in a hybrid environment out of our Rockville, MD or Washington, DC office location (3 days in the office, 2 days remote).

This position requires the ability to work over-time potentially, including weekends, during peak weeks (generally late March to mid-May).

Note, ISS Benefits are not applicable for this opening. Benefits may be offered by third party provider after eligibility period. Check with the employer for details.

Location Options

Rockville, MD: Located within one mile of the Shady Grove Red Line metro station, with free shuttle service between the metro and office, ample free parking and an onsite gym.

Washington, DC: A modern, open-floor workspace on Rhode Island Avenue in Northwest DC, with an onsite gym and convenient metro access.

Compensation: The pay range for this position in Rockville, MD, and Washington, DC, is $26.00 - $27.50 per hour. Exact compensation will vary based on skills, experience, and education.

Employment Type: Full-time, 40 hours per week, with overtime eligibility (subject to manager approval).

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What you can expect from us

Our people are the moving force behind ISS STOXX. We are dedicated to hiring the best, most talented people in our industry and empowering them with the resources and support to enhance their career, health, financial and personal well-being. 

We are committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of diversity and inclusion. We are invested in our people and are working every day to ensure a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace.

Let’s empower, collaborate, and inspire one another. 

Let’s be #BrilliantTogether.

About ISS STOXX

ISS STOXX GmbH is a leading provider of research and technology solutions for the financial market. Established in 1985, we offer top-notch benchmark and custom indices globally, helping clients identify investment opportunities and manage portfolio risks. Our services cover corporate governance, sustainability, cyber risk, and fund intelligence. Majority-owned by Deutsche Börse Group, ISS STOXX has over 3,400 professionals in 33 locations worldwide, serving around 6,400 clients, including institutional investors and companies focused on ESG, cyber, and governance risk. Clients trust our expertise to make informed decisions for their stakeholders' benefit.