Custom Research Analyst

ISS | Institutional Shareholder Services

Corporate governance research analyst developing customized proxy voting guidelines and recommendations for institutional investors. ISS STOXX provides research and technology solutions for financial-market participants.

Posted 8/4/2026full-timeLondon • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in corporate governance, proxy voting guidelines, and analytical reporting, with strong communication skills to engage with institutional investors and provide tailored recommendations. Proficient in managing client-specific projects and collaborating effectively within a team-oriented environment.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Master’s Degree In LawProxy Voting Industry ExperienceStrong Analytical AbilitiesExcellent English Communication SkillsMS Office Proficiency

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Hard Skills

Corporate Governance Guidelines DevelopmentProxy Vote RecommendationsPolicy Gap AnalysisData Gathering From Public DocumentsResearch Policy-Related Issues

Soft Skills

Problem-Solving SkillsOrganizational SkillsAttention To DetailSelf-Driven Work EthicTeam Collaboration

Tools & Technologies

Policy EngineCorporate Technology Applications

Industry Keywords

Institutional InvestorsInvestment Community TrendsClient-Focused Research ReportsGovernance Policy FormulationHigh-Pressure Environment

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and/or implement customized corporate governance guidelines reflecting clients’ corporate governance philosophies
Use Policy Engine and analyst expertise to provide customized proxy vote recommendations based on client-specific guidelines
Keep clients informed about new trends and emerging proposals in the investment community
Provide tailored reports, including annual custom policy matrices and policy gap analyses
Issue insightful, grounded, well-reasoned proxy vote recommendations and rationale for institutional investors in Continental Europe
Gather corporate governance data from companies’ public documents
Work with institutional investors to update, develop, or formulate proxy voting guidelines
Complete client-specific projects and research policy-related issues
Support teammates in completing client projects
Contribute to seasonal reviews, client calls, and client-focused research reports
Engage with institutional investors and other market players
Answer internal and external queries about research analyses, policies, and vote recommendations
Participate in ISS Governance policy formulation and update efforts
Work with Corporate Technology to develop, enhance, and test applications
Collaborate with Sales and Account Management to ensure a positive client experience

Requirements

What you’ll need

Master’s degree in Law and/or Finance, Economics/Politics or equivalent through experience
Previous experience in the proxy voting industry working with institutional investors is a plus
Strong computer literacy and excellent knowledge of MS Office
Strong analytical abilities and comfort with ambiguity
Excellent problem-solving and judgment skills
Excellent English writing and oral communication skills
Ability to formulate and support a position on an issue
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 and external parties
Willingness to work long hours and weekends primarily during peak weeks (March, April, May, June), and as needed throughout the year
Good understanding of business technology and experience working with technology in an operational context

Benefits

Comp & perks

Resources, support, and opportunities to grow professionally and personally
Diverse, collaborative culture that values diverse skills, perspectives, and experiences
Creativity and innovation-focused work environment
Non-discriminatory compensation and benefits administration