U.S. Research Analyst (Temporary)

ISS STOXX • Rockville, MD

3d • $26 - $28 • Onsite

About The Position

ISS STOXX is hiring a temporary analyst for its U.S. Research team in Rockville, Maryland, or Washington, DC, for the spring annual shareholder meeting season. The role is expected to start in February 2027 and end in May or June 2027, with some possible variation in those dates. The analyst will research publicly traded companies and prepare proxy analyses and voting recommendations to help institutional investors make informed decisions on shareholder meeting matters, including director elections, auditor ratification, executive compensation, mergers, and financings.

The analyst will review SEC filings and other company disclosures, distill financial, industry, and corporate governance information, and develop knowledge of governance issues, particularly equity and debt financings. The role also involves responding to internal and external questions about analyses, policies, and voting recommendations. The position is fully onsite, five days per week. During the April and May peak season, overtime may be requested, including evenings or weekends. Employment is full-time at 40 hours per week, with overtime eligibility subject to manager approval. Payroll is provided through a third party, and ISS STOXX benefits do not apply; benefits may be available through the provider after an eligibility period.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or higher.
• Strong analytical abilities.
• Excellent writing and oral communication skills.
• Organizational skills and attention to detail.
• A self-driven work ethic and 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.

Nice To Haves

• Relevant work experience in finance, accounting, economics, governance, or law.
• Familiarity with SEC filings.

Responsibilities

• Research and complete proxy analyses for shareholder meetings of publicly traded companies.
• Review SEC filings, including 10-Ks, 10-Qs, 8-Ks, and DEF 14As, along with other company disclosures.
• Distill financial, industry, and corporate governance information into written analyses.
• Issue proxy vote recommendations based on ISS policy guidelines.
• Develop understanding of governance issues, particularly those involving equity or debt financings.
• Answer internal and external queries about research analyses, and discuss policies and vote recommendations.

What This Job Offers

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