Specialty Research Analyst; Temporary

Overview:
Specialty Research Analyst (Temporary) role at ISS | Institutional Shareholder Services in Rockville, MD or Washington, DC. Term starting January/February 2026 and ending May/June 2026 (start and end dates may fluctuate).

• Perform research on shareholder proposals to be voted on at annual shareholder meetings of publicly traded companies.
• Analyze information to draft reports and issue proxy vote recommendations based on ISS policy guidelines.
• Develop an understanding of corporate environmental, social sustainability, and labor issues; including human rights, 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.
• Engage as needed with representatives from corporations, institutional investors, and other market players.
• Answer internal and external queries on research analyses, and discuss policies and vote recommendations as appropriate.
• Perform other research-related work and duties as assigned.

• 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

• 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:
  Benefits may be available through a third-party provider after an eligibility period; ISS STOXX benefits are not applicable.

• Rockville, MD:
  Located in the King Farm community, with transit access and onsite amenities.
• Washington, DC:
  Open-floor workspace on Rhode Island Avenue in Northwest DC, with onsite gym and Metro access.

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.

Full-time, 40 hours per week, with overtime eligibility (subject to manager approval).

What You Can Expect From ISS STOXX

ISS STOXX is a leading provider of governance research and technology solutions for the financial market. We emphasize a culture that values diverse skills, perspectives, and experiences, and we are committed to empowering our people with resources, support, and opportunities to grow professionally and personally.