Thematic Research Analyst

ISS STOXX is hiring! We seek to hire several research analysts to work with the Thematic Research teams in our Rockville, Maryland or Washington, DC office during the spring annual shareholder meeting season, for a term starting January/February 2027 for a term ending in May/June 2027 (there could be some fluctuation in start and end dates).

Each year, institutional investors such as mutual funds and pension funds vote on key governance issues at their portfolio companies. These include the election of directors, ratification of auditors, executive compensation plans, and environmental and social shareholder proposals. For over 40 years, ISS STOXX has been a provider of governance research to institutional investors, helping them assess governance risk at their portfolio companies and cast informed votes on these issues.

ISS STOXX’s Thematic Policies are developed through an inclusive process that takes advantage of ISS STOXX’s own expertise and the input of the broader governance community. For additional information regarding ISS STOXX’s Thematic Policies, please visit: https://www.issgovernance.com/policy-gateway/voting-policies/ 

Responsibilities

• Analyze information to draft reports and issue proxy vote recommendations based on ISS STOXX policy guidelines.
• Perform research on shareholder proposals to be voted on at annual shareholder meetings of publicly traded companies.
• Develop an understanding of subscriber expectations on a range of issues, including 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 board 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.

Qualifications

• 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 within a team-oriented environment and communicate with various internal parties
• Willingness to work long hours and weekends during peak weeks (approx. 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

Additional Information

• Work Schedule: This role follows a 5-days a week in office schedule.
• Peak Season: During peak season (mid-April through 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.  

ISS STOXX is an equal employment opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, color, ethnicity, creed, religion, sex, age, height, weight, citizenship status, national origin, social origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, pregnancy status, marital status, familial status, mental or physical disability, veteran status, military service or status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law (referred to as “protected status”). All activities including, but not limited to, recruiting and hiring, recruitment advertising, promotions, performance appraisals, training, job assignments, compensation, demotions, transfers, terminations (including layoffs), benefits, and other terms, conditions, and privileges of employment, are and will be administered on a non-discriminatory basis, consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local requirements.

We are committed to ensuring equal opportunity in employment for qualified person with disabilities, fully in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) in the US along with other applicable jurisdictions in which we operate. We prohibit discrimination against applicants and employees on the basis of disability as it pertains to the job application, hiring process, and other terms and conditions of employment. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact [email protected]. This email is created exclusively to assist disabled job seekers where disability prevents them from being able to apply online. Only messages left for this purpose will be returned. Messages sent for other purposes, such as following up on an application or other technical issues not related to a disability, will not receive a response.