Entry-Level Research Analyst - Proxy & Corporate Governance

ISS STOXX GmbH; Manila; On-site; PHP 335,000 - 603,000; Full time

Job summary

ISS STOXX is seeking a Junior Research Analyst to join the Research Team in Makati. The role focuses on analyzing proxy statements and preparing proxy analyses for shareholder meetings of ISS-covered companies.

This entry-level position will develop skills in distilling governance and financial information, drafting research reports, and providing policy-based vote recommendations. Strong analytical and communication abilities are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Economics, Finance, Accounting, or equivalent.
• Knowledge in investment analysis and/or financial research or related areas.
• Analytical ability and understanding of investment issues.
• Understanding of corporate governance and capital markets.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Attention to detail, organization, and multi-tasking ability.
• Team-oriented work style and proficiency in MS Word/Excel.
• Willing to work extended hours as needed, for a 5–6 month contract.

Responsibilities

• Gain understanding of investment and shareholder issues through fundamental research.
• Distill financial and governance information to write reports and issue proxy vote recommendations.
• Maintain understanding of compensation, board, and shareholder rights issues.
• Answer issuer queries on research reports and discuss policy issues.
• Participate in various committees and special projects.

Skills

Investment analysis

Financial research

Strong communication

Attention to detail

Teamwork

MS Word

MS Excel

Willing to work overtime

Education

Bachelor's degree in Economics, Finance, Accounting, or equivalent

Tools

MS Office

Financial modeling

Job description

ISS STOXX is seeking a Junior Research Analyst to join the Research Team in Makati. The role focuses on analyzing proxy statements and preparing proxy analyses for shareholder meetings of ISS-covered companies.

This entry-level position will develop skills in distilling governance and financial information, drafting research reports, and providing policy-based vote recommendations. Strong analytical and communication abilities are essential.