ESG Junior Data Analyst

ISS | Institutional Shareholder Services is hiring a Junior Data Analyst for its Mumbai office. The role involves data collection and verification for assigned markets, supporting internal/client queries, and maintaining data quality. Candidates must have a post-graduate degree in Finance or Economics, strong analytical skills, and proficiency in MS Office. Only applicants residing in Mumbai are eligible. This is an entry-level position focused on data operations.
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ISS STOXX is looking for Jr. Data Analyst to join our Global Data Operations team. This position will be permanently based in the Mumbai office and will become an integral part of the data operations team.

Overview

The role entails helping deliver data and research in an assigned market. Our team is composed of 4 pillars listed below, with global coverage.
• Core (Individual) - identify (master data) management, employment history
• Core (Company) - board of directors, shareholder rights, stock, audit finding
• Compensation - burn rate, dilution, say-on-pay and equity plan proposals
• Pay - actual pay and grants received by top executives

CANDIDATES RESIDING IN MUMBAI ONLY CAN APPLY.

Responsibilities
• Search for, collect and verify data (of basic and intermediate levels of complexity) for companies under his/her assigned market based on current collection methodologies and acceptable sources
• Attend to internal/client queries and requests to ensure data captured is aligned with data methodology and policy guidelines
• Comply with established work process standards to ensure quality of data collected
• Meet pre-determined turn-around goals for work assignments
• Escalate data interpretation issues, as needed
• Perform root-cause analysis if data issues are identified
• Update internal documents for performance metrics monitoring
• Participate in working committees/ projects and/or tasks aside from his/her core responsibilities
• Maintain appropriate paper and electronic files as required by ISS and client file retention policies

Qualifications
• Mandatory - Post-graduation in Finance or Economics. PG Freshers/Fresh postgraduates from given fields are encouraged to apply.
• Knowledge and experience in using MS Office
• Excellent English communication (both oral and written) and reading comprehension skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with clear attention to detail
• Ability to prioritize and work under tight deadlines
• Fast learner, able to master new concepts, theories, ideas and processes with ease
• Willingness to work beyond traditional working hours/days as required by the business
• Experience in data collection and analysis, corporate governance, and business research would be an advantage.

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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 ESG 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 ESG 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, ESG solutions cover corporate and country ESG research and ratings enabling its clients to identify material social and environmental risks and opportunities.

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