Research Analyst (Portuguese Speaking)

ISS STOXX is a leading provider of research and technology solutions for the financial market, and they are seeking a Corporate Governance Research Analyst to join their Latin America Benchmark Research team. The role involves performing governance research and proxy analyses for shareholder meetings of publicly-traded companies, with a focus on the Brazilian market.

Responsibilities

• Read and understand company's filings with the Brazilian Securities Regulator (CVM), as well as other documents disclosed by publicly-traded companies (e.g. corporate governance reports) to distill corporate governance, financial, and industry information to draft analyses and issue proxy vote recommendations based on ISS STOXX's publicly-disclosed policy guidelines
• Check and ensure that accurate company's data has been collected including, but not limited to company's financials, directors' profiles, and remuneration data to be used in proxy analysis reports
• Write timely and accurate reports, via quantitative and qualitative analysis, in accordance with company procedures and policy guidelines, effectively communicating highly technical information to clients
• Write thought leadership papers based on ISS STOXX data as well as market developments related to regulatory changes and corporate governance trends
• Contribute with the development of policy guidelines for the Latin American markets
• Collaborate on the training of contingent employees, including the development of comprehensive training materials

Skills

• Bachelor's degree or higher, plus relevant work experience preferred in governance, finance, accounting, law, or other corporate fields
• Fluency in Portuguese is required, in addition to fluency in English
• Familiarity with Latin American countries' regulators and stock exchanges, with a special focus on the Brazilian market
• Strong analytical abilities and some knowledge of corporate governance issues
• Excellent writing and oral communication skills
• Organizational skills, attention to detail, familiarity with data information, 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 of the Latin America proxy season (March & April)
• Fluency in Spanish is a desirable bonus

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• 401(k) with a company match up to 9%, including a Safe Harbor contribution
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and commuter benefit programs
• Generous paid time off
• Volunteer Day
• Paid parental leave
• Hybrid working options

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