Vanguard is seeking an experienced Investment Stewardship Analyst to lead day-to-day company engagements, governance research, and proxy voting activities. This role involves analyzing complex shareholder proposals and developing proxy voting recommendations in alignment with the Vanguard-advised funds’ guidelines. The analyst will cultivate deep expertise in Vanguard’s stewardship philosophy and key governance areas such as board composition, strategy oversight, executive compensation, and shareholder rights. The Analyst will oversee deliverables including proxy voting decisions and engagement preparation materials, while also reviewing recommendations from other team members. Strong analytical skills are essential for interpreting company disclosures and third-party research to support voting decisions. The role requires proactive communication with internal stakeholders and external partners, presentation of recommendations, and leadership of departmental projects aimed at improving outcomes and operational efficiency. Additionally, the analyst will mentor junior team members and contribute to special initiatives as needed. If you're interested in shaping the future of responsible investing and want your insights to drive meaningful impact in global governance and long-term shareholder value through environmental, social, and governance (ESG) stewardship, please apply. Responsibilities• Develops a thorough understanding of Vanguard's Investment Stewardship philosophy and guidelines as well as an expertise in select corporate governance areas, such as board composition and effectiveness, oversight of strategy and risk, executive compensation, and shareholder rights.• Assigns and monitors the completion of deliverables, including developing and reviewing proxy voting decisions for the Vanguard-advised funds’ holdings and preparation of portfolio company engagement materials.• Utilizes company disclosures, third-party research, company disclosures, and other available information to analyze complex proposals against the Vanguard-advised funds’ proxy voting guidelines and present relevant recommendations to management.• Reviews individual analysis and proxy voting recommendations produced by other crew members for proposals that are routine to moderately complex in nature. • Establishes and maintains strong working relationships with business partners and vendors. Proactively communicates with stakeholders and business partners, including presentation of ideas and recommendations.• Leads projects within the department and develops ideas for initiatives to improve outcomes, increase operational efficiency, and reduce risk.• Mentors and provides feedback to less experienced crew members on application of Vanguard’s voting guidelines, engagement preparation materials or general governance topics.• Participates in special projects and performs other duties as assigned. Qualifications• Minimum of three years related work experience.• Undergraduate degree or equivalent combination of training and experience. Pursuit of advanced degree (JD, MBA, or other) preferred. Special Factors Sponsorship Vanguard is offering visa sponsorship for this position. About Vanguard At Vanguard, we don't just have a mission—we're on a mission. To work for the long-term financial wellbeing of our clients. To lead through product and services that transform our clients' lives. To learn and develop our skills as individuals and as a team. From Malvern to Melbourne, our mission drives us forward and inspires us to be our best. How We Work Vanguard has implemented a hybrid working model for the majority of our crew members, designed to capture the benefits of enhanced flexibility while enabling in-person learning, collaboration, and connection. We believe our mission-driven and highly collaborative culture is a critical enabler to support long-term client outcomes and enrich the employee experience.