junior data analyst - quantitative Data Analysis teamISS | Institutional Shareholder Services

Let's be #BrilliantTogether Overview ISS Governance Services division, the world's leading provider of proxy voting and corporate governance solutions, is immediately seeking a Data Analyst under Quantitative Data Analysis Team in Manila. The Jr. Data Analyst will be responsible for the Automated Data Operations function of ISS which includes manual and automated data collection of executive compensation data from financial statements. The Jr. Data Analyst may also support client projects to advance the ISS business, and participate in data mining projects to identify trends and anomalies for marketing and research purposes. The Jr. Data Analyst will also be responsible for monitoring and resolving data-related support requests from clients. Responsibilities Extract, collect and screen press release, ad-hoc news of companies in QS universe and route the said information source to the appropriate team Ensure timely update of QS pillars in relation to Audit, Board, Shareholder Rights and Compensation in accordance with established production schedules. Drive operational efficiencies through optimized search queries and similarly available technologies. Maintain records on performance metrics (timeliness, efficiency, quality). Participate in review the overall science of our services and other projects Qualifications Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science/Programming, Statistics, Communications Research or any business related course Fresh graduates or 1 - 2 years of relevant experience in business analytics or data operations preferably financial data, analyzing financial statements, financial metrics, and compensation structures is a plus Relevant experience in MS Excel VBA programming integrating with MS SQL, MS Access, XML and ADO. Experience in web scraping tools and technology is a major plus Demonstrated success in improving data quality and efficient data collections Strong detail-orientation a necessity General research skills, strong analytical skills, and the ability to document complex processes Multi-tasking ability, including ability to be effective on multiple projects at one time Strong problem-solving skills, and ability to follow-through independently Self-motivated and able to work independently under minimal supervision A strong work ethic and personal drive to achieve project goals #ENTRYLEVEL What You Can Expect From Us Our people are the moving force behind ISS. We are dedicated to hiring the best, most talented people in our industry and empowering them with the resources and support to enhance their career, health, financial and personal well-being. We are committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of diversity and inclusion. We are invested in our people and are working every day to ensure a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace. Let's empower, collaborate, and inspire one another. Let's be #BrilliantTogether . About ISS ISS empowers investors and companies to build for long-term and sustainable growth by providing high-quality data, analytics, and insight. We are committed to positively impacting the environment and society through our market-leading solutions and leading by example. 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.
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Philippines
Permanent
Full-time