U.S. Research Analyst (Temporary)

Asset International; Washington (District of Columbia); In loco; USD 36.000 - 38.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

ISS STOXX is hiring an analyst for the U.S. Research team to conduct proxy analyses for shareholder meetings in Rockville, MD or Washington, DC, starting February 2027 for a term ending May/June 2027.

The role is fully onsite with five days in the office per week. The ideal candidate holds a bachelor’s degree or higher with related finance, accounting, economics, governance, or law experience, strong analytical abilities, and excellent writing and communication skills.

Competenze

• 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

Mansioni

• 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.
• Develop understanding of governance issues, in particular those dealing with equity or debt financings.
• Answer internal and external queries on research analyses, and discuss policies and vote recommendations.

Conoscenze

Analytical abilities

Excellent writing

Oral communication

Organization & detail

Teamwork

Formazione

Bachelor's degree or higher in finance, accounting, economics, governance, or law

Descrizione del lavoro

ISS Stoxx 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 2027 for a term ending in May/June 2027 (there could be some fluctuation in start and end dates).

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 ihttps://www.iss-stoxx.com/stewardship/voting-policy-gateway/proxy-voting-policies/).
• Develop understanding of governance issues, in particular those dealing with 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

• Work Schedule : This role is fully onsite with five days in-office each week.
• Peak Season : During peak season (April and May), overtime may be requested, which can include evenings or weekends.
• Payroll and Benefits : The payroll provider for this position is through a third party, so ISS STOXX benefits are not applicable. Benefits may be available through the third-party provider after an eligibility period; please inquire for more details.

Location Options

• Rockville, MD : Located in the vibrant King Farm community, convenient access to transit (1 mile from Shady Grove Red Line), dining, green spaces with free parking, and access to 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 our work. We are committed to building a culture that values diverse skills, perspectives, and experiences. If you have the skills, passion, and drive to help us bring clarity and transparency to capital markets, we want to work with you.

Together, we can grow your career in an environment that fuels creativity, drives innovation, and has real impact.

About ISS STOXX

ISS STOXX delivers world‑class research, data, and technology solutions that empower capital market participants to pursue their visions with confidence. Our expertise spans indices, corporate governance, sustainability, cyber risk, and fund intelligence, giving clients the tools they need to uncover opportunities, manage risks, and navigate evolving regulations. We are made up of 4,000 professionals operating across 20 countries and serving approximately 5,000 clients, including many of the world’s leading institutional investors. Our scale and reach give us deep market knowledge, while our innovative methodologies allow us to offer our clients tailored insights that drive impact and success.

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