Data Associate - Manila

Glass, Lewis & Co.; Manila; Hybrid; PHP 279,000 - 446,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work setup

Comprehensive training program

Diverse multicultural environment

Job summary

Glass Lewis in Makati seeks an entry-level Research Associate to start a career in corporate governance and ESG. This fixed-term contract (4–6 months) offers hybrid work with up to three days onsite and comprehensive training.

You'll conduct research on governance and remuneration, review public filings, and collaborate with analysts globally. A Bachelor's degree and strong English, Excel, and analytical skills are required; this role provides valuable experience for future opportunities in

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Strong analytical and qualitative research skills.
• Fluent in spoken and written English.
• Proficient with computers and basic math, with reliable internet connection.
• Strong communication skills for both in-person and remote settings.
• Keen attention to detail and ability to process information quickly and accurately.
• Effective time management and ability to meet deadlines.
• Willingness to adapt to flexible work environments and commit to continuous learning.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel for the Quant Research position.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research on corporate governance and remuneration policies of publicly listed companies using company proprietary tools and public websites.
• Procure, interpret, review, and analyze public filings to extract relevant information.
• Communicate and collaborate with analysts in Manila and across the globe for timely delivery of reports.
• Research - Collect data and draft reports for publicly listed companies within the assigned market
• Policy Operations - Perform basic data verification and analysis to help Policy Analysts with auditing custom client policies
• Voting Operations – Support account management and forecasting by creating coverage lists, coordinating with clients and global custodians, and ensuring timely delivery based on historical data and service level goals.
• Quant Research – Provide quantitative support for compensation analysis by quickly collecting and analyzing data, as well as comprehending complex data models, in platforms such as Microsoft Excel.
• Data and Research Operations - Extract relevant information from public filings, annual reports, and other disclosures.

Skills

Analytical skills

English fluency

Computer proficiency

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Adaptive to flexible work

Excel proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Job Description:

Are you looking to start your career in corporate governance and ESG landscape? At Glass Lewis, we help investors make better governance decisions. Our independent research and analyses guide the world's largest investors and pension funds as they shape the future of responsible corporate behavior. With a team of more than 500 global professionals, we are committed to integrity, collaboration, and transparency. We are currently seeking to hire Research Associates to join our team in Makati on a fixed-term (generally 4-6 months) contract. The Research Associate position is ideal for an individual seeking an entry-level position in corporate governance. This will be a particularly valuable experience for those wishing to pursue careers or graduate study in business, law, public policy, proxy voting and stewardship, or financial services, among others. Candidates will have the opportunity to work in a hybrid work set up consisting of up to three days onsite. Incoming associates will receive comprehensive training which may require onsite attendance for the duration of the training period (generally up to one month).

Must-haves:

• Bachelor's degree required
• Strong analytical and qualitative research skills
• Fluent in spoken and written English
• Proficient with computers and basic math, with reliable internet connection
• Strong communication skills for both in-person and remote settings
• Keen attention to detail and ability to process information quickly and accurately
• Effective time management and ability to meet deadlines
• Willingness to adapt to flexible work environments and commit to continuous learning
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel for the Quant Research position

Your Day-to-Day

• Conduct research on corporate governance and remuneration policies of publicly listed companies using company proprietary tools and public websites.
• Procure, interpret, review, and analyze public filings to extract relevant information.
• Communicate and collaborate with analysts in Manila and across the globe for timely delivery of reports.

Team-Specific Responsibilities

Depending on the specific team you are assigned to, your responsibilities as a research associate are:

• Research - Collect data and draft reports for publicly listed companies within the assigned market
• Policy Operations - Perform basic data verification and analysis to help Policy Analysts with auditing custom client policies
• Voting Operations – Support account management and forecasting by creating coverage lists, coordinating with clients and global custodians, and ensuring timely delivery based on historical data and service level goals.
• Quant Research – Provide quantitative support for compensation analysis by quickly collecting and analyzing data, as well as comprehending complex data models, in platforms such as Microsoft Excel.
• Data and Research Operations - Extract relevant information from public filings, annual reports, and other disclosures.

What we offer:

• Competitive compensation package, including overtime and night differential pay
• Hybrid work setup
• Opportunity to work in a dynamic, multicultural environment with colleagues from over 20 nationalities
• Comprehensive training program covering corporate governance and executive remuneration

Glass Lewis is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender identity, religion, disability, or background.