Thematic Research Analyst

ISS | Institutional Shareholder Services

. Analyze information to draft reports and issue proxy vote recommendations based on ISS STOXX policy guidelines .

Posted 10/27/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $26 - $28 per hourWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong analytical abilities and excellent communication skills, with a focus on drafting reports and issuing proxy vote recommendations based on governance and corporate social responsibility issues. Possesses a solid understanding of shareholder proposals and sustainability reporting.

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Analytical AbilitiesReport DraftingCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsGovernance Issues Understanding

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Hard Skills

Report DraftingResearch SkillsProxy Vote RecommendationsSustainability ReportingGovernance Analysis

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailSelf-Driven Work EthicTeam CollaborationTime ManagementOral Communication

Industry Keywords

Corporate Social ResponsibilityShareholder ProposalsHuman RightsClimate ChangeMergers and Acquisitions

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Analyze information to draft reports and issue proxy vote recommendations based on ISS STOXX policy guidelines
Research shareholder proposals to be voted on at annual shareholder meetings of publicly traded companies
Develop understanding of subscriber expectations regarding human rights, worker treatment, animal welfare, climate change and greenhouse gas emissions, corporate political contributions and lobbying, and sustainability reporting
Develop understanding of governance issues including boards of directors, shareholder rights, audit issues, compensation, and mergers/acquisitions
Discuss policies and vote recommendations as appropriate
Perform other research-related work and duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Strong analytical abilities
Excellent editing, reading comprehension, writing, and oral communication skills
Organizational skills and attention to detail
Self-driven work ethic and 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
Willingness to work long hours and weekends during peak weeks, approximately mid-April through May
Bachelor's degree or higher, plus relevant work experience preferred in business, corporate social and environmental issues, or other corporate fields
Ability to work five days a week in the office
Availability for a temporary term starting January/February 2027 and ending May/June 2027

Benefits

Comp & perks

Rockville office access to transit, dining, green spaces, free parking, and an onsite gym
Washington, DC office with an onsite gym and convenient metro access
Benefits may be available through the third-party payroll provider after an eligibility period; ISS STOXX benefits are not applicable
Overtime eligibility, subject to manager approval