Job Details
About the Role:
Grade Level (for internal use):
08The Role: Junior Analyst (Corporate Governance & M&A)
The Impact:
S&P Global’s Strategic Corporate Governance and M&A Advisory Team is seeking to fill a Junior Analyst position with a candidate knowledgeable in the field Corporate Governance to join its dynamic global team.
As a Junior Analyst the candidate will be responsible for delivering research and assisting Senior Analysts in providing specialized solution services to clients mostly across EMEA and APAC on Corporate Governance and M&A topics to support companies strategy.
S&P Global’s Strategic Corporate Governance and M&A Advisory Team helps corporate issuers, predominantly their management, supervisory board, investor relations and corporate secretary teams, on public takeovers, general meetings as well as ESG-related topics. The candidate will ideally understand the impact of corporate governance and ESG factors on investment management and voting.
Responsibilities:
The position of a Junior Analyst is a multifaceted one which requires verbal communications skills, writing skills, research skills, analytical abilities, and financial acumen. This also includes being proficient with Microsoft office tools such as Excel and PowerPoint and being used to working with databases. S&P Global provides hands-on training in an atmosphere that fosters teamwork and emphasizes client service. The candidate will ideally possess a comprehensive understanding of the Financial Markets, Securities Trading and Shareholder Meetings, especially their preparation.
The candidate will be familiar with how Proxy Advisers work and how their recommendations can impact vote outcome.
The candidate will work in the team of the regional director who s/he reports to and supports with research and reports. The candidate will work closely with other team members within Issuer Solutions in our global offices to support Senior Analysts/project leads and to help ensure quality services to clients.
The desired candidate will:
Support project leads with clients' corporate governance research and shareholder communication campaigns in relation to AGMs, EGMs, M&A and other corporate action type events.
Drafting bespoke research reports for clients which will require research and analysis of shareholder meeting agenda items.
Undertake engagement (via calls/emails) with institutional shareholders to discuss AGMs/EGMs to solicit intentions on meeting agenda or transactional sentiment.
Develop an understanding of proxy voting mechanics and corporate governance standards across multiple regions.
Maintain several databases containing contact information and proprietary data (including data research, -collection and quality checks).
Survey institutional shareholders to collect research data to write an annual report which discusses trends in ESG and proxy voting.
What we’re looking for:
University degree required.
Advanced level in Microsoft Office applications such as Excel, PowerPoint, PowerBi and familiar with handling and structuring large amount of data. Any additional skills in the field of data analysis (i.e. writing macros - VBA) are a plus.
A prior corporate governance related work experience of 1-2 years.
Excellent attention to detail, efficient workload management and strict commitment to deadlines.
Strong analytical and interpretation skills.
Fluent in English and optional German, French, Mandarin.
About S&P Global Market Intelligence
At S&P Global Market Intelligence, a division of S&P Global we understand the importance of accurate, deep and insightful information. Our team of experts delivers unrivaled insights and leading data and technology solutions, partnering with customers to expand their perspective, operate with confidence, and make decisions with conviction.
For more information, visit www.spglobal.com/marketintelligence.
What’s In It For You?
Our Purpose:
Progress is not a self-starter. It requires a catalyst to be set in motion. Information, imagination, people, technology–the right combination can unlock possibility and change the world.
Our world is in transition and getting more complex by the day. We push past expected observations and seek out new levels of understanding so that we can help companies, governments and individuals make an impact on tomorrow. At S&P Global we transform data into Essential Intelligence®, pinpointing risks and opening possibilities. We Accelerate Progress.
Our People:
We're more than 35,000 strong worldwide—so we're able to understand nuances while having a broad perspective. Our team is driven by curiosity and a shared belief that Essential Intelligence can help build a more prosperous future for us all.
From finding new ways to measure sustainability to analyzing energy transition across the supply chain to building workflow solutions that make it easy to tap into insight and apply it. We are changing the way people see things and empowering them to make an impact on the world we live in. We’re committed to a more equitable future and to helping our customers find new, sustainable ways of doing business. We’re constantly seeking new solutions that have progress in mind. Join us and help create the critical insights that truly make a difference.
Our Values:
Integrity, Discovery, Partnership
At S&P Global, we focus on Powering Global Markets. Throughout our history, the world's leading organizations have relied on us for the Essential Intelligence they need to make confident decisions about the road ahead. We start with a foundation of integrity in all we do, bring a spirit of discovery to our work, and collaborate in close partnership with each other and our customers to achieve shared goals.
Benefits:
We take care of you, so you can take care of business. We care about our people. That’s why we provide everything you—and your career—need to thrive at S&P Global.
Our benefits include:
Health & Wellness: Health care coverage designed for the mind and body.
Flexible Downtime: Generous time off helps keep you energized for your time on.
Continuous Learning: Access a wealth of resources to grow your career and learn valuable new skills.
Invest in Your Future: Secure your financial future through competitive pay, retirement planning, a continuing education program with a company-matched student loan contribution, and financial wellness programs.
Family Friendly Perks: It’s not just about you. S&P Global has perks for your partners and little ones, too, with some best-in class benefits for families.
Beyond the Basics: From retail discounts to referral incentive awards—small perks can make a big difference.
For more information on benefits by country visit: https://spgbenefits.com/benefit-summaries
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at S&P Global:
At S&P Global, we believe diversity fuels creative insights, equity unlocks opportunity, and inclusion drives growth and innovation – Powering Global Markets. Our commitment centers on our global workforce, ensuring that our people are empowered to bring their whole selves to work. It doesn’t stop there, we strive to better reflect and serve the communities in which we live and work, and advocate for greater opportunity for all.
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Equal Opportunity Employer
S&P Global is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, military veteran status, unemployment status, or any other status protected by law. Only electronic job submissions will be considered for employment.
If you need an accommodation during the application process due to a disability, please send an email to: EEO.Compliance@spglobal.com and your request will be forwarded to the appropriate person.
US Candidates Only: The EEO is the Law Poster http://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf describes discrimination protections under federal law.
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Job ID: 285310
Posted On: 2024-05-18
Location: Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
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