Proxy Governance Analyst, Temporary

Base pay rangeCA$60,000.00/yr - CA$75,000.00/yrAt Aviso, we are dedicated to improving the financial well‑being of Canadians. As a leading wealth management organization, we are committed to leadership, innovation, partnership, responsibility, and community. Working with talented and energetic professionals who exemplify our values every day, you will quickly notice that our people and dynamic ‘oneaviso' culture sets us apart. If you are looking for interesting and challenging work at a company committed to its people, find out more about what Aviso has to offer at www.aviso.ca.The OpportunityWe're looking for a Proxy Governance Analyst to join our Asset Management team for a 12‑month contract.Reporting to the Senior Manager, ESG Evaluations & Proxy Voting, the Proxy Governance Analyst is responsible for conducting proxy voting analysis, vote execution, ongoing governance research, and maintaining NEI's Proxy Voting Guidelines. The analyst will also collaborate with other analysts to discuss research and coordinate corporate engagements on proxy matters as necessary.Who you areService – You put clients’ needs first, advocating service excellence and delivering client‑centric solutions while proactively developing strategic partnerships that allow Aviso to become a trusted advisor.Execution – You are committed to achieving your goals, focused on “getting things done,” and always seeking ways to improve your personal performance. You take accountability for your actions and learn from mistakes.Collaboration – You work collaboratively with others toward common goals, encouraging collaboration, building trust and inclusion, and establishing effective relationships both inside and outside the organization.What your day looks likeConduct timely and accurate proxy voting analysis and vote execution based on NEI’s Proxy Voting Guidelines and corporate engagement priorities.Coordinate proxy voting operations, including reviewing meeting lists, proxy advisory reports, and relationships with proxy advisors, as well as troubleshooting proxy voting issues and supporting sector analysts.Maintain records of proxy voting, assist in analysis, review and report proxy votes, and identify common themes, trends, and progress over time.Assist with the compilation of voting data for stewardship reporting and board presentation materials.Monitor corporate governance standards, regulatory developments, and best practices, contributing to ongoing voting policy updates.Coordinate and assist with NEI's feedback on proxy campaigns and associated dialogue.Assist the team with special projects and support research requirements as needed.Requirements2+ years’ experience in proxy voting research and administration, governance, compliance, or ESG.Ability to manage a critical deadline‑driven workflow, particularly during peak proxy season.Excellent attention to detail.Strong organizational and project management skills.Strong written, verbal, and analytical skills.Ability to conduct research, draw insights, and convey ideas clearly and concisely.Strong data compilation, management, and analytical skills.Ability to work independently and collaboratively with all levels of staff, including management and other internal business partners.Familiarity with ISS ProxyExchange platform is an asset.Fluent communication skills in English are required; bilingual skills in French are an asset.Advanced knowledge of MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) preferred.Experience with visualization tools or programming is an asset.BenefitsCompetitive compensation package that rewards and recognizes individual contributions.Excellent health, dental and insurance benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees.Generous vacation time, fitness benefit, and parental leave top‑up options.Matching contributions to our retirement program.Commitment to continuous improvement through learning and development and an education assistance program.Regular social events to foster teamwork.Privacy and ConsentBy submitting your application, you consent to the collection, use, and disclosure of your provided personal information for the purposes of assessing your qualifications and suitability for employment with Aviso. Your information will be handled in accordance with applicable Canadian privacy laws, including the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) and relevant provincial legislation. Your data may be shared with authorized personnel involved in the recruitment process and retained only as long as necessary to fulfill these purposes or as required by law.Equal Employment OpportunityAviso welcomes and encourages applications from all qualified individuals including persons with disabilities. If you require an accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs in all stages of the hiring process. #J-18808-Ljbffr