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Research Lead

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The Research Lead will develop thought leadership on sustainability and governance topics, engage with clients, collaborate internally, and help enhance the brand through insights and case studies.
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Let’s be #BrilliantTogether

We are seeking a Research Lead for the ISS STOXX Research Institute.

The ISS STOXX Research Institute is dedicated to delivering cutting-edge, actionable insights for our global investor clients by capitalizing on our full suite of proprietary data and solutions and informed by the latest ideas in the market. The research lead responsibilities include developing thought-leadership, front-office client engagements and help build and expand strategic collaborations.

Key Responsibilities

Research and analysis:

  • Develop thought leadership and insights pieces leveraging ISS ESG data and analytics. This will include extensive primary and secondary research on sustainability and governance topics

Stakeholder engagement:

  • Participate in client meetings and conferences as a subject matter expert.

  • Support relationship building with clients and prospects, academic institutions, experts, and industry leaders to help elevate our brand and inform insights, case studies, and new perspectives on the subject matter.

Internal collaboration and coordination:

  • Collaborate with internal subject matter experts and senior leaders to develop research, case studies and other insights.

  • Contribute to an engaging, positive, and collaborative working environment.

Required Qualifications
  • Master’s Degree or PHD on relevant fields in financial markets, investment management and/or sustainable finance.

  • Demonstrated interest and/or background in sustainability & governance.

  • Excellent English language skills, both written and oral.

  • 2-4 years of experience in research and analytics, both quantitative and qualitative.

  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills with customer-first attitude.

  • Willingness to work with a highly collaborative, flexible, and innovative team across different locations.

  • Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment, to prioritize tasks, and to meet deadlines.

  • Have a can-do attitude and a self-driven work ethic.

  • Knowledge of Microsoft Office package (Excel, PowerPoint, and Word).

Preferred Qualifications
  • CFA certification

  • Portfolio of published research

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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.

 

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. 

ISS Sustainability Solutions enable investors to develop and integrate sustainable investing policies and practices, engage on responsible investment issues, and monitor portfolio company practices through screening solutions. ISS Sustainability Solutions also provides climate data, analytics, and advisory services to help financial market participants understand, measure, and act on climate-related risks across all asset classes. In addition, our solutions cover corporate and country ESG research and ratings enabling its clients to identify material social and environmental risks and opportunities.    

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

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

Institutional Shareholder Services (“ISS”) is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of diversity and inclusion. It is our policy to prohibit discrimination or harassment against any applicant or employee on the basis 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. 

Top Skills

Excel
MS Office
PowerPoint
Word

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