Head of Investor Relations, FTSE 250

Pay: c.£120k base plus bonus

A global, mid cap company is looking to appoint a new Head of Investor Relations, based in London and reporting to the CFO.

This is an exciting opportunity for a hungry, capable, analytical individual who has a good understanding of IR practices but wants to grow and learn in the role. You will be the key spokesperson for the company, interacting with the investment community of analysts, investors, brokers and telling the equity story.  You will lead on the preparation of results materials including announcements and presentations and you must be highly numerate.  The role will allow a broader remit to get involved in other parts of the business in more quieter times. This is an ideal next step for a current IR Manager or Senior Manager who is looking to make that step up to Head of IR.

Candidates must have a strong financial background in FP&A, IR or capital markets and be capable of working in a fast-paced environment. The candidate must have prior IR experience in a UK listed company.

Date posted: 20 December, 2024

Investor Relations Coordination Manager

Pay: Competitive

Our close-knit and high performing Investor Relations (IR) team are recruiting a Coordination/Programme/Corporate Access Manager to sit within the function and manage a number of the core day-to-day operations of the IR team. You will report directly into the Head of Investor Relations.

IHG Hotels & Resorts is a FTSE 100 company and one of the largest and most recognisable hospitality groups in the world, with approximately 375,000 people working across IHG’s hotels and corporate offices globally.

The IR Programme/Corporate Access Manager is a key role where you will directly support the delivery of IHG’s IR activity through excellent team coordination. We need you to provide valuable support in all IR activities to the Head of Investor Relations and IR Team in order to manage external engagement with institutional investors and analysts, together with all other relevant internal and external stakeholders.

While IHG is big, the IR team and the closely-related functions are fairly small, therefore you must have strong interpersonal skills as well as the ability to work independently. Establishing excellent relationships both internally and externally will be key, as will being highly organised and with excellent attention to detail. You must be self- motivated, confident, hard-working and keen to continuously improve processes.

Your responsibilities:

• IR activity and diary management – for all core activities of the IR function such as scheduling external investor and analyst meetings, internal drafting meetings, together with owning the timetable for reporting results, roadshows, and all other IR activity, etc
• Roadshow coordination – preparation of schedules, investor briefing notes, travel arrangements, etc, in close coordination with Executive Management PAs
• IR engagement programme oversight – supporting the Head of IR to balance IR/Exec time across the various requests for engagement, to design the most effective programme and to own responsibility for the overall
• IR calendar of engagement activity
• Investor targeting – via CRM database analysis, previous meeting notes and in-bound enquiries, working with brokers, corporate access teams and external advisers
• CRM system management – updating and utilising the database tool for targeting/roadshow/share register/invite/feedback purposes, and using it to produce relevant and insightful analysis and engagement reporting
• Share register – preparing summary analysis, in coordination with advisers and brokers, and maintaining contact lists/details/processes for key shareholders as well as other investors and analysts
• Investor and analyst communications – issuing RNS and circulating other releases, invites, etc, to IR stakeholder audiences
• Event organisation – manage the logistics for results, trading updates, Capital Markets Events, investor conferences, hotel tours, etc
• Third party supplier management – advisers, webcasters, conference calls, other event support and facilities
• Support to key IR document preparation – results announcements, presentations, Q&As, Annual Report, other external and internal reporting, including helping to prepare verification schedules
• Website input – coordination of the ‘investors’ site and other related sections to ensure content is up to date and engaging; work with in-house team and external provider to drive continuous improvement
• IR best practice and regulation – supported by the IR Society and advisers, provide internal input to shape the function’s operations and strategy
• PA to SVP and other support to the IR Team – eg administrative support for diary and email management, travel, expenses, etc; manage the administration of the IR budget, POs and invoicing; maintaining close working relationship with other teams, particularly the Exec, Finance, Comms, Co Sec

What we’re looking for:

• Previous experience in Investor Relations programme management (highly desirable)
• Previous training with the IR Society (highly desirable)
• Excellent administrative and coordination skills would be essential
• Understanding of IHG or similar hospitality businesses
• Strong core IT skills, particularly MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Previous experience of managing CRM tools
• Experience contributing to and supporting report writing and presentations
• Keen desire to develop professionally and gain qualifications

What we offer

At IHG we give our colleagues greater flexibility and balance – working in a more hybrid way, blending office and remote working. We like to believe we offer a unique culture, where there’s inclusivity yet room to be yourself. When hard work pays off, it’s positive to know you’re appreciated.

Alongside our great working environment, we’ll offer you a strong package firstly including an industry competitive salary, an annual bonus, healthcare and incredible worldwide hotel discounts. As an equal opportunity employer, IHG is committed to providing a working culture that values diversity and inclusion and is committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a barrier-free recruitment process.

The role is based in our new Global Headquarters in central Windsor. You will need to be able to travel on an ad hoc basis to central London and potentially other locations to support delivery of IR activity around the times when IHG is reporting results and engaging with analysts and investors.

Date posted: 12 December, 2024

Investor Relations Manager

Pay: Up to £78,000

As the owner of leading budget hotel brand Premier Inn and a member of the FTSE 100, it is really important that Whitbread are open and available to our shareholders and potential investors.

As an Investor Relations Manager you will be responsible for this communication and ensuring that we provide factual information through a variety of channels, including our website, financial and strategic reporting and face-to-face engagement.

Location: Dunstable/Holborn London, hybrid- a minimum of 3 days per week in the office. Must be able to travel to Dunstable head office 1 day per week.

Job Type: Permanent

Salary: Up to £78,000

Why you’ll love it here:

• Bonus: Enjoy an annual Whitbread performance incentive worth up to 30% of base salary
• Car/Cash allowance £5650
• Healthcare: Bupa plus family
• Discounts: Up to 60% discount on Premier Inn stays and 25% discount on our Restaurant brands

What you’ll do:

• Investor engagement through ongoing dialogue and meetings
• Leading investor targeting and roadshow planning.
• Attending investor meetings, conferences, and site visits to promote the Whitbread story.
• Assist in defining and delivering quarterly trading updates and twice-yearly results presentations.
• Maintaining key relationships with sell-side analysts throughout the year, including the creation of full and half year results presentations
• Monitoring the Whitbread story in context of both macro and competitor landscape
• Responding to queries from investors and analysts

What we need:

• Have an in-depth understanding of financial reporting and analysis.
• Love the idea of getting fully integrated with all aspects of Whitbread’s strategy.
• Are interested in and have your finger on the pulse of the domestic and international economic and political environment.
• Have a good understanding of equity market mechanics and the role of all participants.
• Are highly numerate and experienced in drawing conclusions from data.
• Enjoy dealing with a wide range of senior stakeholders, including the internal Executive Board and external clients.

Be part of our Finance team at Whitbread:

Times are changing and our ambition is bigger than ever. This means huge things when it comes to budget and forecasting, and that’s where our Finance team really springs into action. Finding the right answers to drive us forwards. With new concepts launching, new spaces secured and reams of plans in motion, there’s no more exciting time to join than right now. Get to experience career growth that moves as fast as we do and be part of framing where we are heading.

Date posted: 20 November, 2024

Group Corporate Affairs Analyst, London, UK (office based)

Pay: Competitive

We are looking for a recent graduate to join our Group Corporate Affairs team as a Group Corporate Affairs Analyst. This entry-level position offers a fantastic opportunity to support both our Group Communications and Investor Relations teams. The ideal candidate will be a motivated self-starter with strong writing and analytical skills, excellent organisation, and a willingness to learn within two dynamic teams.

Our team is passionate about creating a healthier world. We support each other, the business, and aim to put better health within reach, every day. Our actions are driven by collaboration, innovation, and caring.

About the role
The Group Corporate Affairs Analyst role supports the Investor Relations and Group Communications teams in delivering key activities and content that keep all our stakeholders informed about our progress.

The role is part of the Global Corporate Affairs team and has a dual reporting structure to the Group Communications Manager and Investor Relations Manager.
The role is based in London, UK.

Responsibilities

Investor Relations – 50%

• Assist IR team in investor targeting through roadshow and conference coordination and planning.
• Support in project managing the annual report.
• Assist in logistics and development of materials for investor events, including presentations, annual/interim reports, capital markets days and other external communications.
• Liaise with business segments to prepare for new product approvals and launches, collecting key data to support announcements, key messages and Q&A.
• Maintain the client relationship management (CRM) systems.
• Prepare briefing notes ahead of investor meetings.
• Monitor market commentary and analyst research to provide insight on market’s perception of Hikma.
• Ensure sell-side consensus is kept up to date.
• Help keep the IR section of the website up to date.

Group Communications – 50%

• Create/co-produce engaging social media/digital content for website and intranet.
• Responsible for managing our day-to-day channels, website, social media and the intranet - from news flow updates, reporting, campaigns and events.
• Support in the content curation/look and feel of our channels, aligned with our tone of voice and brand identity.
• Drive our analytical capability [and measurement reporting to demonstrate the effectiveness of our content and assets to ensure continuous improvement of our engagement with our key audiences such as financial community, employees / talents and others.
• Provide insights on key digital trends to ensure we maximise our content for optimal reach.
• Liaise with the Web agency to ensure all content requirements are met.
• Support Communications team to identify opportunities to improve internal communications channels and processes to engage our employees (online & offline).
• Collaborate with the Corporate Affairs team and other business functions to ensure content consistency and channel management.

Requirements

• Degree.
• Proven writing skills in English.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office 365 platforms, design software and CMS.
• High attention to detail and strong organisational skills.
• Interest in company and financial.
• UK eligibility to live and work.
• London based.

About Hikma
Hikma helps put better health within reach every day for millions of people around the world. For more than 45 years, we've been creating high-quality medicines and making them accessible to the people who need them. Headquartered in the UK, we are a global company with a local presence across North America, the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) and Europe, and we use our unique insight and expertise to transform cutting-edge science into innovative solutions that transform people's lives. We're committed to our customers, and the people they care for, and by thinking creatively and acting practically, we provide them with a broad range of branded and non-branded generic medicines. Together, our 9,100 colleagues are helping to shape a healthier world that enriches all our communities. We are a leading licensing partner, and through our venture capital arm, are helping bring innovative health technologies to people around the world. For more information, please visit: www.hikma.com

Date posted: 23 October, 2024

Deputy Head of Investor Relations

Pay: Competitive

Wood is looking for a forward thinking and engaging investor relations professional to become the Deputy Head of Investor Relations (IR) to work alongside the President of Investor Relations, where they will have a material input into key decision making within the Group and will have opportunities to develop their IR career and take on greater responsibilities over time. Therefore, the individual needs to have a high level of ambition, credibility, both internally and externally, and with gravitas to make a positive impact for Wood on the global financial capital markets. The individual will play a key role in managing the Group’s investor relations activities, which consists of the flow of financial and other information between the company, its shareholders, and the financial community within an appropriate reporting framework. Key focus areas will include:

• The development and growth of their relationships with sellside analysts, through effective communication of Wood’s strategy and financials, managing consensus and improving the clarity of Wood’s reporting
• Lead the consensus gathering and publication process
• Help build and implement a proactive IR strategy, ensuring that the company’s business strategy, progress and market opportunity are understood by analysts and investors
• Work in conjunction with the wider finance function and IR team, playing a leading role in the delivery of all results materials
• Lead and drive the Annual Report process – working with multiple teams and stakeholders across Wood, managing the overall delivery and owning the Strategic Report
• Play an active role in in the investor relations programme, accompanying senior management on roadshows and leading IR-only roadshows and conference attendance
• Provide market feedback to the company
• Develop strong collaborative relationships with the wider Finance team to ensure the delivery of all reporting, valuation etc materials
• Be the number two to the President of Investor Relations and deputise for them in their absence

This is a unique role which requires the individual to build trusted relationships at the highest level of the organisation directly with the CEO and CFO. The individual must be able to communicate with authority on all aspects of the Group’s strategic direction, risk appetite and financial performance directly with our largest shareholders. Ultimately, they will help in ensuring that Wood is fairly valued by the stock market.

Responsibilities
IR strategy:

• Working alongside the President of IR to develop and execute a comprehensive global IR strategy, including:
• Reporting cycle: number and timing of financial releases in a calendar year, and relevant KPIs to report
• Guidance: consider what annual or medium-term financial guidance to give, considering market and sector best practice
• Enhance the current investor education efforts

Investor community:

• Help to build strong relationships with existing shareholders and potential new shareholders
• Be a key contact for new and potential shareholders
• Respond quickly and accurately to requests for information, using judgment as to what information to share
• Develop deep and insightful knowledge into both our client and the broader sector
• Roadshows and investor targeting: based on your own experience and external advice, helping the President of IR and IR coordinator to build a programme of roadshows, conferences, and other events

Sell side:

• Build and maintain productive, professional relationships with all sell-side research analysts in the UK and Europe
• Help build additional sell-side coverage in other markets (Australia, USA)
• Lead and own the consensus gathering and publication process
• Provide regular and proactive feedback to analysts on the factual accuracy of their research, including financial forecasts, in the context of publicly available information and guidance
• Engage a variety of investment banks as well as house brokers in organising investor events, conferences, and roadshows to help sustain a broad range of strong sell-side relationships

ESG:

• Ownership of the ESG narrative to the financial capital markets; working alongside the sustainability team to maximise the output and reputation of Wood’s ESG credentials

Management information:

• Take a lead role in simplifying the external communication of Wood’s financials
• Take a lead role in financial analysis to help drive value for the business, including peer comparison, trend analysis and deep dives into valuation
• Input into the IR Board reports summarising key issues and updates, including IR activity, changes in the share register, analyst research coverage and recommendations, sector and news-flow, and broader macro and market influences;
• Help to draft papers as required to support key strategic decisions, bringing a shareholder perspective to Board decision-making;
• Summarise competitor results and related market commentary

Production and maintenance of key investor materials:

• Lead the Annual Report process
• Helping to plan and draft all materials for full year and interim results, trading updates, and other announcements, including press releases, presentations, presenter scripts and key Q&A
• Seek input from external advisers and internal colleagues exercise judgment to collate and edit accordingly
• Maintain and update the IR website, with help from the IR Coordinator 
• Keep abreast of best practice in technology and IR to explore and trial new forms of communication as appropriate.

Adviser and colleague relations:

• Helping the President of IR to be the main point of contact for house brokers, making best use of their skills and knowledge. Build and maintain a broader network of City contacts
• Working with the legal function and house brokers to ensure the company remains compliant with all relevant regulation and is aware of regulatory changes that may affect IR best practice
• Build a strong internal network across all functions; educate colleagues on investor perceptions
• Build awareness of IR internally, including presenting to teams across Wood and building a strong internal network.

Qualifications

• Degree qualified
• Financial / accountancy qualification

Knowledge, skills, and experience

• Extensive experience in financial/business analysis, with experience in senior business-focused finance roles within a complex organisation
• Experience built up in UK, European or US markets within listed companies
• Ability to strategically analyse relevant financial, operating and industry data for presentation to the financial community. 
• Knowledge of the investment community, disclosure requirements, and investment analysis and the buy and sell sides. 
• Project management experience
• Demonstrated knowledge of Group performance and how it can deliver and add value to its customers 
• Detailed awareness of external factors, competitors and their impact on the Group’s strategy and success 
• Changing regulatory environment, current and future industry trends
• Ability to influence
• Commercial acumen and credibility
• Ability to influence and challenge current thinking through clear, informed, and logical argument and discussion
• Knowledge of how the business delivers and can add value to its customers 
• Awareness of external factors, competitors and their impact on the Group strategy and success 
• Established and achieved challenging performance targets, annual and long-term budgets, and forecasting 
• Demonstrated a commitment to continuous learning and development, technical excellence 
• Demonstrated innovative strategies and implemented long term solutions 

Personal attributes

• Drive and ambition to be a Head of Investors relations in time
• High level of personal skills is required to deal effectively with a wide range of stakeholder groups
• Effectively connect and establish effective, cross-cultural working relationships with all levels of the organisation and externally 
• Create an environment that encourages open discussion and feedback 
• Balance humility and self confidence 
• Anticipates the environment, is forward thinking and able to see the big picture 
• Supports Group decisions and ensures the desired culture is embedded 
• Customer focused and goal driven 
• Generate trust and credibility with audiences through continuous, open, and consistent communication 
• Champion and drive forward innovation and change initiatives, focused on improving quality and effectiveness 
• Work effectively across different culture, driving a global mind-set 

About Us
Wood is a global leader in consulting and engineering, helping to unlock solutions to critical challenges in energy and materials markets. We provide consulting, projects and operations solutions in 60 countries, employing around 35,000 people. www.woodplc.com
 
Diversity Statement 
We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non-exhaustive list): race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.

Date posted: 21 October, 2024

Director of Investor Relations

Pay: Attractive remuneration

A privately owned company is looking to appoint a Director of IR, based in London.

The role reports to the CFO and will involve working very closely with the CEO and management team. The role will focus on fostering deep and strong relationships with existing private equity investors, ensuring they are regularly informed on financial performance as well as strategic growth and development of the business. Some of the investors may have complex governance structures and constraints and this individual will need to understand these complexities and intricacies and identify a workaround for further investment. As part of the role, you will help to translate the vision of the company to the investors and ensure the opportunities for capital deployment are well understood.

This is a high growth, fast paced business and will be perfect for someone with experience in growth businesses and who can embrace and thrive with change. There is no requirement for listed IR experience, and experience in private growth companies is prioritised as well as experience in investment management or private equity.

Date posted: 15 October, 2024

Head of IR

Pay: Base up to £135k, plus bonus

Location: London

A well-known FTSE 250 is looking for a Head of IR to lead its IR Strategy, based in London.

The role will report to the Director of Corporate Development, Strategy & IR and work very closely with the CFO and CEO. You will be responsible for all investor communications and announcements to the market and therefore must be confident writing press releases, presentations, scripts, Q&As. You will work with the analysts to compile a company consensus and ensure it is in line with internal forecasted performance. You will create an investor engagement plan, and proactively target investors, organising appropriate roadshows and investor meetings globally. You will monitor changes in the market and keep management and the Board up to date on relevant matters.

You must have substantial previous corporate IR experience in a FTSE listed business – this is a pre requisite for the role. Ideally the candidate would be available immediately to start. This is a standalone role and you must be able to manage multiple deadlines and build strong, trustworthy relationships with senior stakeholders.

Date posted: 13 September, 2024