Compensation and Governance Consultant

Lets be #BrilliantTogether

This is a client-facing role that provides consultative and advisory services centered on executive compensation and corporate governance to senior executives at the worlds largest this role you will combine your subject matter expertise and communication skills with our market-leading proprietary data and tools to help companies understand how to evaluate and mitigate shareholders perceptions of governance risk as well as to educate executives and board members about the changing governance and compensation landscape. Our advisors work with over 60% of the S&P500 and a third of the Russell 3000 in the US.

Responsibilities

• Forming and sustaining ongoing relationships with senior client executives to understand their needs and provide them with advisory services and expertise on executive compensation and corporate governance trends and best practices tailored to their challenges and goals.

• Analyzing client data and proposals to identify sources of concern to shareholders in executive compensation and corporate governance proposals.

• Synthesizing information from our governance and compensation databases and platform to uncover actionable intelligence on governance and compensation disclosures and practices.

• Producing and delivering polished client deliverables and discussing them in detail with C-Suite executives including legal finance and HR.

• Supporting sales team members to identify prospective client needs and demonstrate the ISS-Corporate value proposition.

• Supporting the Compensation and Governance businesses by contributing to the development of industry-leading intellectual capital and thought leadership on governance and compensation topics including whitepapers toolkits webinars and presentations for individual clients and at industry conferences.

The role requires 5% travel or less typically for conference attendance and occasional client visits.

Qualifications & Education

• 2 years of successful work experience in a related role with a strong understanding of the executive compensation and corporate governance landscape

• BA degree in Finance Business Economics or a related field with an exceptional performance record; MBA or other related graduate degree preferred

• Strong writing and public speaking skills

• Technical comfort (including the ability to quickly learn and train on SaaS applications)

• Effective time management skills and ability to meet deadlines

• Excellent organization multitasking and prioritization skills

Skills & Additional Considerations

• Ability to diagnose client needs and identify relevant resources

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• Intellectual curiosity and ability to master complex concepts and technical subject matter quickly

• Proficiency in distilling data using Excel (SQL or other tools is helpful)

• Proactive in turning to others for assistance when required

• Ability to present professionally and authoritatively in both client-facing and public environments

• Excellent written and oral communication skills; ability to produce professional and polished work product

• Ability to foster and maintain collaborative relationships in a cross-functional environment

• Capacity to quickly establish relationships with executives and be seen as a trusted resource

• Demonstrated poise and grace under pressure

LOCATION

• Washington DC: A modern open-floor workspace on Rhode Island Avenue in Northwest DC with an onsite gym and convenient metro access.

COMPENSATION

• The Washington DC expected base pay range is $80000- $90000 per year. Exact compensation may vary based on skills experience and level of role is eligible for additional performance-based incentives.

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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 growprofessionally and personally.

Together we foster an environment that fuels creativity drives innovation and shapes our future success.

Lets empower collaborate and inspire.

Lets 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 3400 professionals in 33 locations worldwide serving around 6400 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 Corporate Solutions Inc. (ISS-Corporate) is a leading provider of cutting-edge SaaS and high-touch advisory services to companies globally. Companies turn to ISS-Corporate for expertise in designing and managing governance compensation sustainability and cyber risk programs that align with company goals reduce risk and manage the needs of a diverse shareholder base by delivering data tools and advisory services. ISS-Corporates global client base extends across North America Europe and Asia as well as other established and emerging markets worldwide.

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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

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