Research Analyst

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Position Overview

ISS is seeking a Research Analyst for the Italian market. You will analyze corporate governance and financial information and write research reports on publicly traded companies incorporated in Italy based on ISS' voting guidelines.

The position will be based in Brussels.

Main Responsibilities:
- Analyze corporate governance and financial information to write detailed research reports on publicly traded companies- Issue proxy vote recommendations for shareholder meetings- Engage with companies and institutional investors on shareholder meetings- Answer internal/external queries on research reports- Contribute articles to regular ISS publications- Assist with policy formulation- Participate in various projects and development opportunities- Develop market expertise in corporate governance, investment and shareholder issues

Qualifications:
- Good understanding of finance/capital markets and corporate governance, with previous experience in corporate governance/investment analysis/research with a focus on the Italian market- Relevant Masters' degree, e.g. law, economics, finance, business or political science- Fluency in English and Italian is required- Very strong oral and written communication skills- Very strong analytical ability, with the ability to assimilate large quantities of information- Excellent eye for detail- Ability to work independently and take initiative while also working successfully in a team environment- Organized and structured mind, with excellent time management skills: able to deal with large quantities of work and strict deadlines, particularly during the season of Italian general meeting

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What you can expect from us

Our people are the moving force behind ISS. We are dedicated to hiring the best, most talented people in our industry and empowering them with the resources and support to enhance their career, health, financial and personal well-being.

We are committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of diversity and inclusion. We are invested in our people and are working every day to ensure a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace.

Let’s empower, collaborate, and inspire one another.

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About ISS

ISS empowers investors and companies to build for long-term and sustainable growth by providing high-quality data, analytics, and insight. We are committed to positively impacting the environment and society through our market-leading solutions and leading by example.

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