Job Description:
• Lead the planning, development, and execution of integrated IR programs and corporate communications for transaction-driven clients in public markets.
• Develop and deliver investor positioning, messaging, and materials for IPOs, SPACs/deSPACs, direct listings, M&A transactions, spin-offs, and related capital markets events.
• Advise C-suite, boards, and client teams on strategic communications and disclosure best practices, including SEC filings, earnings calls, investor days, and roadshows.
• Manage IR strategy and defense plans for shareholder activism (including proxy contests, contested M&A, and governance challenges).
• Develop and update comprehensive crisis communication playbooks, coordinate rapid-response strategies, and handle sensitive issues and media inquiries.
• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with institutional investors, analysts, proxy advisors, and key stakeholders on behalf of the clients.
• Monitor relevant capital markets and peer activity, synthesize investor feedback, and deliver actionable insights and recommendations to client leadership.
• Develop and manage investor decks, press releases, Q&As, FAQs, social media content, and other internal and external communication materials to support client objectives.
• Field inbound investor / media calls and email inquiries.
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements related to investor relations, including SEDAR filings, SEC filings and disclosures.
• Stay updated on relevant regulations and industry best practices.
• Manage investor relations/marketing vendors for clients and assist in finding the right vendor to achieve client objectives.
• Participate in the firm’s business-development process and pitching prospective clients.
• Provide thought leadership, training, and mentorship to team members within the firm, ensuring service excellence and continuous improvement.
Requirements:
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Communications, Business, or related field; MBA, JD, or CFA preferred.
• 8+ years of investor relations, capital markets, or financial communications experience with significant transaction exposure (including IPOs, M&A, deSPACs, activism).
• Deep capital markets knowledge and sophisticated understanding of SEC regulations and disclosure requirements.
• Exceptional written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills, including executive presence and ability to counsel senior leadership.
• Proven track record managing crisis communications and special situations in a high-stakes, fast-paced environment.
• Strong project management, analytical, and client service skills.
• Experience working in, or advising, multiple industry sectors preferred.
Benefits: