Executive Compensation & Governance Analyst

ISS Corporate Solutions; Belgique; On-site; Full time

Job description

The Executive Compensation team operates within ISS Governance Data and focuses on the analysis of executive remuneration practices and corporate governance disclosures across listed companies in Europe and the MENA region. The team reviews publicly available company filings to assess how executives are compensated, how incentive structures are designed, and how remuneration aligns with shareholder and governance expectations. The environment combines business research, analytical thinking, and close attention to detail within a fast-paced international setting.

As a Corporate Governance Analyst, you will become an integral part of the Data Operations team. You will support the delivery of high‑quality compensation data and analysis used to help institutional investors make informed voting and investment decisions.

Responsibilities

• Assisting analysts by closely inspecting publicly disclosed documents of listed companies.
• Performing analyses about executive remuneration and pay practices for assigned markets.
• Complying with ISS methodology on pay for performance analysis and qualitative assessment of listed companies.
• Reviewing annual reports, remuneration reports, and other corporate disclosures to extract relevant executive compensation data.
• Analyzing compensation structures for executive and management board members, including annual bonuses, long‑term incentive plans, severance arrangements, and governance‑related remuneration practices.
• Applying internal methodologies consistently to ensure high‑quality and standardized data delivery across markets and companies.
• Working with internal Excel‑based templates and data systems to input and validate compensation‑related information accurately.
• Summarizing complex disclosures into concise and structured data points for use by internal research teams.
• Supporting coverage of the French market and potentially Benelux and MENA‑related companies.
• Operating in a deadline‑driven environment during proxy season (typically February‑June), prioritizing accuracy.
• Collaborating closely with colleagues across other teams.

Required Qualifications

• Fluent in English (both spoken and written) and French; Arabic is a plus.
• A relevant Bachelor's or Master's degree in Economics, Business, Finance, or Law, or in the process of obtaining such a degree.
• An interest in corporate governance, executive compensation, capital markets, research and data collection.
• A good eye for detail.
• Good command of Excel.
• The ability to assimilate large quantities of information, work independently and take initiative while also being a team player.
• An organized and structured mind.

Preferred Qualifications

• Comfortable working with structured methodologies and maintaining high levels of accuracy under time pressure.
• Strong research and analytical thinking skills, even if gained through academic projects, internships, or administrative experience.
• Work independently while remaining collaborative within an international team environment.
• Previous exposure to research, accounting, compensation/rewards, governance, legal, or detail‑oriented analytical work.

What You Can Expect from Us

At ISS STOXX, our people are our driving force. We are committed to building a culture that values diverse skills, perspectives, and experiences. We hire the best talent in our industry and empower them with the resources, support, and opportunities to grow professionally and personally. Together, we foster an environment that fuels creativity, drives innovation, and shapes our future success.

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