Job Description

Glass Lewis is a trusted ally to more than 1,300 investors globally who use our corporate governance research, custom policy recommendations, engagement services and tools, and industry-leading proxy vote management solution to help drive value across their governance activities. We also work with over 3,000 corporate issuer clients, providing research reports, thought leadership, customized voting policies, equity plan models, and opportunities for direct engagement on material governance and disclosure practices.

Glass Lewis’ industry-leading research and analysis covers more than 30,000 meetings each year across approximately 100 global markets. Our clients include many of the world’s leading pension funds, mutual funds, and asset managers, collectively managing over $40 trillion in assets.

We have teams located across the United States, Europe, and Asia-Pacific regions, giving us global reach with a local perspective on the most important governance issues. Founded in 2003, Glass Lewis is headquartered in San Francisco, California with additional offices in Kansas City, Missouri; London, U.K.; Paris, France; Limerick, Ireland; Karlsruhe, Germany; Stockholm, Sweden; Manila, Philippines; Toronto, Canada; Sydney, Australia; Timisoara, Romania; and Tokyo, Japan. Our team includes more than 400 full-time employees globally, over half of which are dedicated to research.

For more information, please visit www.glasslewis.com.

We are looking for a highly motivated and analytically strong Senior Analyst, Engagement to join our Stewardship team in Manila. In addition to conducting in-depth ESG research, this role will involve direct engagement with publicly listed companies on behalf of institutional investor clients. The successful candidate will help assess company practices across a range of ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) topics, support the development and execution of engagement strategies, and contribute to constructive dialogue with corporate issuers. The role requires regular interaction with publicly listed companies and the ability to represent Glass Lewis and its clients in professional, well‑informed engagement discussions. We are seeking someone who has strong communication skills, who is curious and has a strong interest in ESG issues as well as evolving global trends and practices.

This is a full-time, hybrid position requiring regular office attendance (3x per week) and is based in our Makati City office. Qualifications, Skills & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Economics, Environmental Science, Public Policy / International Relations, Finance (with ESG focus), Law, Corporate Governance, or a related field
• Knowledge in a complementary field(s) such as finance, accountancy, internal audit, risk management or investment/ business consultancy, or legal advisory services. This may be in a corporation, investor, government, legal, consulting, academia, NGO or other organization
• Demonstrated experience in ESG research and analysis, with direct company engagement or comparable stakeholder‑facing experience preferred (e.g., investor relations, sustainability consulting, policy dialogue, or advisory roles)
• Strong ability to analyse corporate disclosures, policies, and practices and articulate ESG risks, opportunities, and areas for improvement in a clear and balanced manner
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to engage constructively with company representatives and summarize discussions and outcomes for internal and client audiences
• Self-confident, self-motivated and proactive
• Sound professional judgment, diplomacy, and confidence when engaging with stakeholders on sensitive or contested ESG topics
• High attention to detail, accuracy, and consistency in both research outputs and engagement documentation
• Strong analytical skills and critical‑thinking skills, with the ability to take a holistic view of company‑specific and sector‑wide issues
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and work independently while collaborating effectively within a global team
• Proficiency in data collection and analysis tools (e.g., Excel)
• High level of professionalism, discretion, and accountability when handling sensitive or client‑related information
• CFA, ESG Investing Certificate, SASB FSA, or other relevant ESG or stewardship‑related certifications are a plus

Responsibilities/Duties

• Lead in-depth ESG research across various industries. Analyse company disclosures, and practices to identify ESG risks, opportunities, strengths, and areas for improvement
• Engage directly with companies, including:
  1. Preparing for and participating in meetings
  2. Drafting engagement questions
  3. Ensure follow-up correspondence and maintain relationships with engaged companies
  4. Documenting outcomes in the internal Engagement Management Platform
• Support the design and execution of engagement campaigns on behalf of institutional investor clients
• Analyze ESG trends and regulatory developments and evaluate their implications for corporate strategy and investor stewardship priorities
• Mentor and support Junior Analysts, ensuring high standards of data quality, analytical rigor, and timely delivery
• Collaborate with colleagues to improve research processes, tools, and engagement workflows and identify opportunities for standardization and automation
• Adhere to data privacy and confidentiality policies, ensuring the protection of sensitive and client-related information