Thematic Research Analyst - Temporary

ISS STOXX • Rockville, MD

11d • $26 - $28 • Onsite

About The Position

ISS STOXX is hiring several temporary research analysts to support its Thematic Research teams during the spring annual shareholder meeting season. The role is based in the Rockville, Maryland or Washington, DC office, with a term beginning in January or February 2027 and ending in May or June 2027; dates may fluctuate. Analysts research corporate governance and environmental and social issues, draft reports, and make proxy vote recommendations under ISS STOXX policy guidelines. The position is full-time at 40 hours per week, with overtime eligibility subject to manager approval. It follows a five-days-a-week in-office schedule. During peak season, approximately mid-April through May, overtime may be requested, including evenings or weekends.

ISS STOXX provides governance research to institutional investors to help them assess risk at portfolio companies and cast informed votes. Its Thematic Policies are developed through an inclusive process that draws on ISS STOXX expertise and input from the broader governance community. The pay range is $26.00–$27.50 per hour, with exact compensation varying based on skills, experience, and education. Payroll is handled through a third-party provider, so ISS STOXX benefits do not apply; benefits may be available through the provider after an eligibility period.

Requirements

• Strong analytical abilities.
• Excellent editing, reading comprehension, 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 in 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.

Nice To Haves

• Relevant work experience in business, corporate social and environmental issues, or other corporate fields.

Responsibilities

• Analyze information, 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 an understanding of subscriber expectations on human rights related to business, worker treatment, animal welfare, climate change and greenhouse gas emissions, corporate political contributions and lobbying, and sustainability reporting.
• Develop an understanding of governance issues, including boards of directors, shareholder rights, audit issues, compensation, and mergers and acquisitions.
• Discuss policies and vote recommendations as appropriate.
• Perform other research-related work and duties as assigned.

Benefits

• The Rockville office offers access to an onsite gym, transit, dining, green spaces, and free parking.
• The Washington, DC office offers 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level