Operations Analyst (Global Meeting Services) - Temporary at Institutional Shareholder Services

Posted in Other 10 days ago.

Location: Rockville, Maryland





Job Description:
Institutional Shareholder Services

Location: Rockville, MD, US
Type: Full time
Req ID: JR_8005


Let’s be #BrilliantTogether

ISS is hiring! Our Global Meeting Services (GMS) team seeks to hire an analyst in Rockville, MD during the spring annual meeting season, starting in Feb 2025 for a term ending in May 2025 (there could be some fluctuation in start and end dates). Mandatory verbal and written fluency in Spanish and/or Portuguese, and English. Proficiency and working knowledge of other languages is considered a plus, kindly make mention when applying.

The Global Meeting Services team provides data support and services covering markets worldwide. The team continuously monitors and obtains relevant information on all upcoming corporate action events specifically shareholders meetings where topics such as acquisitions, mergers and demergers, election of directors and auditors might be discussed. The relevant meeting results are also collected. The information collected is accurately inputted in the database and this will be generated for clients to see. Collected information is also used by other teams for further data collection and research for the ultimate issuance of ISS Vote Recommendations.

Responsibilities:

The Global Meeting Services Analyst position is accountable for:

  • Identifying, understanding, and implementing daily monitoring of market regulatory sources for meeting information
  • Accurate English translation of financial and/or legal terms in Spanish and/or Portuguese and timely creation of meeting in the ISS’ proprietary database
  • Procuring relevant meeting documentation (ex. Notice of the Meeting, Information Circular, Proxy Form, Annual Report, and other Corporate Governance documents) by monitoring stock exchange websites and contacting companies or issuers overseas by email or phone to ensure the most appropriate information is at hand…
  • Analyze agenda items and harmonize them into the ISS standard code list.
  • Collection and accurate entry of vote results for every meeting covered when disclosed as per defined market regulations.
  • Assist in the mapping of crawler procured and 3rd party provider materials to the ISS meeting.
  • Review and respond to internal enquiries related to meeting coverage for the market in a timely manner.
  • Review and scan of physical mails received for US meetings and coordinate the notification with Americas team.
  • Participate in other projects as assigned.

Requirements:

  • Verbal and written fluency in Spanish and/or Portuguese, and English is mandatory. If proficiency in other languages, please make mention when applying.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Economics, or any equivalent/related course or an Associate’s degree with two or more years of related work experience
  • Strong communication skills with knowledge and experience in MS Office (Outlook, Teams, Excel, Word)
  • Ability to utilize critical thinking to solve problems independently and accurately
  • Ability to work within a team-oriented environment and under tight deadlines
  • Strong organizational skills with attention to detail
  • Flexibility to work the extended hours on weekdays, holidays and on weekend as needed during market season
  • Must be commutable to work out of our Rockville, MD office

Additional Information

  • Work Schedule: This role requires the individual to be in the office 5-days per week (Monday through Friday).
  • Peak Season: During peak season (mid-March through April), overtime may be requested, which can include evenings or weekends.
  • Payroll and Benefits: The payroll provider for this position is through a third party, so ISS STOXX benefits are not applicable. Benefits may be available through the third-party provider after an eligibility period; please inquire for more details.

Location Options

  • Rockville, MD: Located within one mile of the Shady Grove Red Line metro station, with free shuttle service between the metro and office, ample free parking and an onsite gym.

Compensation: The pay for this position in Rockville, MD, is $25.00 per hour.

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

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What you can expect from us

Our people are the moving force behind ISS STOXX. 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 unite, collaborate, and inspire one another.

Let’s be #BrilliantTogether.

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/

We are proud to offer the following featured 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

Institutional Shareholder Services Inc. (ISS) is an equal employment opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, color, ethnicity, creed, religion, sex, age, height, weight, citizenship status, national origin, social origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, pregnancy status, marital status, familial status, mental or physical disability, veteran status, military service or status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law (referred to as “protected status”). All activities including, but not limited to, recruiting and hiring, recruitment advertising, promotions, performance appraisals, training, job assignments, compensation, demotions, transfers, terminations (including layoffs), benefits, and other terms, conditions, and privileges of employment, are and will be administered on a non-discriminatory basis, consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local requirements. For more information, please view https://www.dol.gov/agencies/ofccp/posters.

ISS is committed to complying fully with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable federal, state, and local laws. ISS is also committed to ensuring equal opportunity in employment for qualified person with disabilities. ISS prohibits discrimination against applicants and employees on the basis of disability as it pertains to the job application and hiring process and other terms and conditions of employment. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact ISS_Careers_Accommodations@issgovernance.com. This email is created exclusively to assist disabled job seekers where disability prevents them from being able to apply online. Only messages left for this purpose will be returned. Messages sent for other purposes, such as following up on an application or other technical issues not related to a disability, will not receive a response.




ISS Inc. is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversifying its workforce. It is the policy of the Firm to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, age, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, marital and civil partnership/union status, pregnancy (including unlawful discrimination on the basis of a legally protected pregnancy/maternity leave), veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.




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