Director, Investor Relations and External Communications

Director, Investor Relations And External Communications

New York, NY, USA
Advances IREC's mission to provide best-in-class, thought-leading investor relations counsel to biotechnology and healthcare companies in the agency setting. Provides high-quality, on-call support to C-level executives and internal corporate communications departments to bolster companies' corporate strategy and ensure the success of the IR programs. On assigned accounts, independently drives client account strategy and manages program execution; develops and maintains relationships with clients and supports IREC's growth and new business efforts.
Essential duties include but are not limited to:
Balance of client leadership and mid-level support across 7-10 client accounts (~50/50), with ability to:
Conceptualize and execute bespoke strategies
Oversee all materials and quality control
Act as primary accountable party for day-to-day relationship on clients led, with additional support from senior leadership as needed and for critical workstreams
Responsibilities including but not limited to:
Lead client calls and provide strategic counsel to senior executives on investor engagement, messaging, and market positioning
Stay abreast of industry trends, regulatory developments, and competitive dynamics with ability to speak to macro influences and experience with most IR situations
Draft and review technical corporate communications materials to client-ready standard, including investor presentations, press releases, earnings, data readouts; initiate changes in strategy when needed
Oversee tactical delivery including more sophisticated research projects (including consensus modeling), targeting analyses, planning and execution of roadshows, meetings and other investor events
Manage the planning and execution of roadshows, meetings and other investor events
Event planning and on-site support, including occasional travel
Manage retainers and ensure accuracy of invoicing
90% utilization target for client billing
Team Building & Mentorship:
Train and mentor high-performing teams on client accounts, aligned with our collaborative and purpose-driven culture; oversee its growth and effectively and directly deliver feedback
Foster professional growth and uphold principles of client service, purpose, accountability, mutual respect, and collaboration
Champion diversity, equity, and inclusion
Lead by example, balancing competitive drive with a spirit of collaboration and integrity
Business Development & Market Positioning:
Support marketing and new business materials, help identify and pitch new business opportunities, contributing to firm growth and book of business
Leverage network of stakeholders to accelerate inbound opportunities
Cultivate relationships with investors, analysts, and bankers to enhance visibility and credibility
Can speak knowledgeably on clients and biotech/healthcare IR; can represent the agency at industry events, conferences, and investor forums
Strategic Leadership:
Contribute to operational, growth and strategy initiatives for Precision AQ with a sophisticated/leading role in at least one internal workstream
Proactively generate ideas and identify opportunities for clients and the firm
Qualifications:
Minimum Required:
6-8 years of relevant depth of work experience (in directly relevant finance, healthcare, communications or consulting roles); agency experience preferred
Ability to successfully manage multiple projects from conception to completion on deadline in a fast-paced team environment and across teams
Ability to cultivate network within the investment community and biotech/healthcare ecosystem
Exceptional communication, leadership, and strategic thinking skills; high standards of quality control and client service
Confident writer and presenter, comfortable in a variety of C-Suite scenarios, with ability to influence
Bachelor's degree required
Other Required:
Demonstrates autonomy and credibility
Competent in technology-driven environments, including AI and various tools and platforms
Independent and collaborative; resourceful problem solver, quick learner
Committed to the success and growth of IREC and the entire team
Proficient with Microsoft suite including PowerPoint and Excel
Experience with the JPMorgan Healthcare Conference in San Francisco
Experience navigating major corporate disclosures (ie, M&A, management changes, strategic shifts, etc)