Research Associate (Project-based)
Esgaia
Are you looking to start your career in corporate governance and ESG landscape?
At Glass Lewis, we help investors make better governance decisions. Our independent research and analyses guide the world’s largest investors and pension funds as they shape the future of responsible corporate behavior. With a team of more than 500 global professionals, we are committed to integrity, collaboration, and transparency.
We are currently seeking to hire Research Associates to join our team in Makati on a fixed-term (generally 4-6 months) contract. The Research Associate position is ideal for an individual seeking an entry-level position in corporate governance. This will be a particularly valuable experience for those wishing to pursue careers or graduate study in business, law, public policy, proxy voting and stewardship, or financial services, among others.
Candidates will have the opportunity to work in a hybrid work set up consisting of up to three days onsite. Incoming associates will receive comprehensive training which may require onsite attendance for the duration of the training period (generally up to one month).
Must-haves:
- Bachelor’s degree required
- Strong analytical and qualitative research skills
- Fluent in spoken and written English
- Proficient with computers and basic math, with reliable internet connection
- Strong communication skills for both in-person and remote settings
- Keen attention to detail and ability to process information quickly and accurately
- Effective time management and ability to meet deadlines
- Willingness to adapt to flexible work environments and commit to continuous learning
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel for the Quant Research position
Your Day-to-Day
- Conduct research on corporate governance and remuneration policies of publicly listed companies using company proprietary tools and public websites.
- Procure, interpret, review, and analyze public filings to extract relevant information.
- Communicate and collaborate with analysts in Manila and across the globe for timely delivery of reports.
Team-Specific Responsibilities
Depending on the specific team you are assigned to, your responsibilities as a research associate are:
- Research - Collect data and draft reports for publicly listed companies within the assigned market
- Successful candidates will be assigned to company coverage in multiple markets; and
- Where assigned to cover Japan, Korea, China and/or Taiwan, the role will include the use of translation tools.
- Policy Operations - Perform basic data verification and analysis to help Policy Analysts with auditing custom client policies
- Voting Operations – Support account management and forecasting by creating coverage lists, coordinating with clients and global custodians, and ensuring timely delivery based on historical data and service level goals.
- Quant Research – Provide quantitative support for compensation analysis by quickly collecting and analyzing data, as well as comprehending complex data models, in platforms such as Microsoft Excel.
- Data and Research Operations - Extract relevant information from public filings, annual reports, and other disclosures.