Investment Stewardship Associate

Job Description

Proxy Voting and Reporting Learn and apply our proxy voting policy to individual securities

Perform in-depth research and analysis on proxy proposals

Liaise and communicate with investment teams on proxy proposals

Ensure timely execution of proxy votes

Compile proxy reports and statistics

Research Contribute to the development of AB’s proxy voting policy by identifying emerging topics and best practices in corporate governance

Contribute to the development of thought leadership by researching and developing corporate governance content

Engagement Assist in the engagement process with issuer management teams

Prepare for engagements through research on issues and question formulation

Work with investors and Responsible Investing team to plan and conduct engagements

Integration Liaise with analysts and portfolio teams on material ESG topics

Help analysts and portfolio teams with specific engagements, issues and research

Assist investment teams by developing an industry specialization and acting as the point person within the Responsible Investment team for sector-specific ESG queries

Job Qualifications

We are seeking candidates with significant academic achievement, intellectual curiosity and a demonstrated interest in both responsible investing and financial services

Strong analytical and problem solving skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

A collegial work style and a willingness to perform a wide range of tasks

Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively

Detail-oriented, ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment

Undergrad degree and 3-5 years’ work experience in responsible investing, sustainability or corporate governance field.

Pune, India