Junior Data Analyst (Global Meeting Services – Americas)

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POSITION OVERVIEW

ISS STOXX is hiring! We are looking for a Junior Data Analyst to join our Global Meeting Services (GMS) team. Global Meeting Services (GMS) provides data support and services across markets worldwide, including but not limited to the United States, Canada, China, Vietnam, Taiwan, the United Kingdom, South Africa, Australia, New Zealand, and the Asia‑Pacific region.

The team continuously monitors and gathers relevant information on upcoming corporate action events—specifically shareholders’ meetings—where matters such as acquisitions, mergers, and the election of directors and auditors may be discussed. Meeting results are also collected. All gathered information is accurately entered into the database, which is then used to generate reports for clients. This data further supports other teams in conducting additional research for the ultimate issuance of ISS Vote Recommendations.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Monitor corporate action events such as shareholders’ meetings using various sources, including stock exchanges, regulatory agencies, company websites, EDGAR, SEDAR, and similar platforms.

• Procure relevant shareholder meeting documents such as the Annual Report, Notice of Meeting, Information Circular, Proxy Forms, and other Corporate Governance materials.

• Engage companies or issuers via email or phone when additional details are required.

• Collect meeting details including date, meeting type, record date, location, time, and voting instructions.

• Ascertain the correct securities (ISIN, SEDOL, CUSIP, and CINS) that have voting rights for the meeting.

• Extract and encode the meeting agenda into the database to inform clients of the resolutions to be voted on.

• Input accurate voting instructions, including valid vote options, market deadlines, and registrar details.

• Collect and encode meeting results into the database.

• Assist with other relevant projects as assigned from time to time.

• Investigate market-related issues raised by various internal teams.

• Address and resolve issues identified in daily reports.

• Ensure effective communication between GMS and other ISS teams to maintain smooth workflow.

• Respond promptly to queries from clients, issuers, and internal stakeholders.

• Participate in various working committees and/or project initiatives.

QUALIFICATIONS

Training & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Economics, or any related field.

• Strong oral and written communication skills in English.

• Proficiency in MS Office applications.

• Ability to work effectively within a team-oriented environment.

• Ability to work under tight deadlines.

• Willingness to work overtime when necessary.

• Strong problem‑solving skills.

• High attention to detail.

• Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize multiple tasks.

• Understanding corporate governance, corporate transactions, and capital markets is an advantage.

• Familiarity with AI tools and similar technologies is a plus.

Work Location & Schedule:

• Will work on a dayshift schedule – 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, PHT

• Amenable to working extended hours (including overtime, holidays, and weekends) during the Proxy Season.

• Willing to work onsite five (5) days a week for the first two months, then transition to a hybrid work setup thereafter (3 days onsite & 2 days’ work from home).

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What You Can Expect from Us

At ISS STOXX, our people are our driving force. We are committed to building a culture that values diverse skills, perspectives, and experiences. We hire the best talent in our industry and empower them with the resources, support, and opportunities to grow—professionally and personally.

Together, we foster an environment that fuels creativity, drives innovation, and shapes our future success.

Let’s empower, collaborate, and inspire.

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About ISS STOXX

ISS STOXX GmbH is a leading provider of research and technology solutions for the financial market. Established in 1985, we offer top-notch benchmark and custom indices globally, helping clients identify investment opportunities and manage portfolio risks. Our services cover corporate governance, sustainability, cyber risk, and fund intelligence. Majority-owned by Deutsche Börse Group, ISS STOXX has over 3,400 professionals in 33 locations worldwide, serving around 6,400 clients, including institutional investors and companies focused on ESG, cyber, and governance risk. Clients trust our expertise to make informed decisions for their stakeholders' benefit. 

Founded in 1985 as Institutional Shareholder Services (ISS) Inc., ISS Governance is a leading global provider of independent and objective shareholder meeting research and recommendations, providing multiple voting policy choices as well as end-to-end workflow solutions for institutional investors. More than 1,600 clients worldwide utilize ISS Governance’s actionable expertise to help them make informed investment stewardship decisions, and to help them manage their voting responsibilities. Covering over 50,000 meetings annually, ISS Governance leverages its extensive global footprint, deep experience, high quality data and analysis, unified client support, and technology infrastructure to continuously evolve and extend its innovative suite of solutions to meet clients’ evolving portfolio, fiduciary, and stewardship requirements. 

Visit our website: https://www.issgovernance.com       

View additional open roles: https://www.issgovernance.com/join-the-iss-team/      

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