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Head of Investor Relations

Ayasdi

Ayasdi

Operations
Palo Alto, CA, USA · United States
Posted on Jul 11, 2024
Introduction

The Head of Investor Relations will play a pivotal role in our company's journey from private to public. This role is responsible for developing and executing a comprehensive investor relations strategy that enhances shareholder value, supports our IPO process, and ensures transparent and effective communication with investors, analysts, and other stakeholders. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of successfully taking companies public, maintaining robust public company investor relations, and recruiting top-tier analysts.


Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

  • IPO Preparation and Execution:

    • Lead the development and execution of the investor relations strategy for the IPO process.
    • Collaborate with executive management, legal, finance, and external advisors to ensure a successful IPO.
    • Develop and manage the company's IPO communication plan, including investor presentations, roadshows, and investor meetings.
  • Public Company Investor Relations:

    • Develop and implement a comprehensive investor relations program that aligns with the company's strategic objectives.
    • Serve as the primary point of contact for the investment community, including institutional investors, analysts, and retail investors.
    • Prepare and manage quarterly earnings calls, investor conferences, and other public communications.
    • Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and best practices in investor communications.
  • Analyst Recruitment and Relations:

    • Recruit, engage, and manage relationships with sell-side analysts to ensure accurate and comprehensive coverage of the company.
    • Develop and maintain strong relationships with buy-side analysts and investors.
    • Provide accurate and timely information to analysts and investors to support their understanding of the company's strategy, performance, and market opportunities.
  • Strategic Communication and Messaging:

    • Craft compelling and consistent messaging that effectively communicates the company's value proposition, growth strategy, and financial performance.
    • Develop and maintain investor relations materials, including investor presentations, fact sheets, FAQs, and annual reports.
    • Monitor market trends, investor sentiment, and competitive landscape to inform communication strategies.
  • Stakeholder Engagement:

    • Foster strong relationships with key internal stakeholders, including executive management, finance, legal, and communications teams.
    • Provide strategic counsel to executive management on investor relations and capital markets activities.
    • Serve as a trusted advisor to the CEO and CFO on investor perceptions and market trends.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in finance, business, economics, or a related field; MBA or CFA preferred.
  • Minimum of 10 years of experience in investor relations, finance, or related fields, with a strong focus on IPOs and public company investor relations.
  • Proven track record of successfully taking companies public and managing investor relations for publicly traded companies.
  • Strong understanding of capital markets, financial analysis, and regulatory requirements.
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to articulate complex information clearly and persuasively.
  • Demonstrated ability to build and maintain relationships with investors, analysts, and internal stakeholders.
  • Strategic thinker with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • High level of integrity, professionalism, and attention to detail.

About Us

SymphonyAI is building the leading enterprise AI SaaS company for digital transformation across the most critical and resilient growth industries, including retail, consumer packaged goods, financial crime prevention, manufacturing, media, and IT service management. Since its founding in 2017, SymphonyAI today serves 1500+ Enterprise customers globally and has grown to 3,000 talented leaders, data scientists, and other professionals across over 30 countries.