ESG Proxy Research & Engagement Analyst

ImpactAlpha Inc.; Los Angeles, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 169,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedule

Competitive compensation

Performance bonus

Job summary

Capital Group is seeking an ESG Stewardship Analyst to join the Global Stewardship and Engagement team. The role blends proxy research, engagement activities, and governance research to support informed investment decisions and responsible stewardship of client assets.

The analyst will produce governance research throughout the year, collaborate with Investment Analysts, Portfolio Managers, and ESG colleagues, and participate in industry events to share insights and strengthen capital governance

Qualifications

• Self-driven and intellectually curious, seeking to understand how and why things work in the financial industry.
• Learn quickly and effectively apply knowledge of systems and research resources to daily work.
• Demonstrate a developing understanding of stewardship functions and Capital Group’s Proxy Voting Guidelines, policies, procedures, and systems.
• Communicate clearly and effectively both in writing and verbally with associates, senior business leaders, the Investment Group, and portfolio company management and directors.
• Produce clear, accurate reports and maintain thorough records of engagement and voting activity in internal systems.
• Stay current on emerging best practices and technological developments.
• Take initiative to identify issues, recommend practical solutions, and drive continuous improvement.
• Manage priorities effectively, meeting deadlines with strong attention to detail and quality.

Responsibilities

• Prepare company and sector-level research and apply proxy voting guidelines with appropriate judgment.
• Demonstrate detail orientation in analysis of proxy voting ballot items and ensure timely reporting.
• Utilize effective decision quality when elevating proxy votes for Investment Group review.
• Escalate trends and provide recommendations to senior members for guideline committee consideration.
• Build credibility with the investment group through value-added contributions to the proxy voting process.
• Identify voting operations risks and propose enhancements to procedures.
• Collaborate with senior Stewardship associates during issuer engagements to deepen understanding.
• Partner with more senior team members on internal research requests and training materials.
• Share articles and notes from webcasts and industry events with the team.
• Identify market trends and incorporate knowledge into key initiatives and recommendations.
• Support projects with key stakeholders and maintain risk awareness.
• Contribute to a positive, collaborative team environment.
• Spot challenges early and work with others to find effective solutions.

Skills

Self-driven

Intellectual curiosity

Analytical thinking

Clear communication

Prioritization

Problem-solving

Proactive

Team collaboration

Job description

Capital Group is seeking an ESG Stewardship Analyst to join the Global Stewardship and Engagement team. The role blends proxy research, engagement activities, and governance research to support informed investment decisions and responsible stewardship of client assets.

The analyst will produce governance research throughout the year, collaborate with Investment Analysts, Portfolio Managers, and ESG colleagues, and participate in industry events to share insights and strengthen capital governance