Investor Relations Specialist

Investor Relations Specialist (Hybrid, 4 days onsite- Friday's remote)

12 months (potential extension or temp-to-hire depending on budget)

$70-75/hr. W2

*** Must be a US Citizen or Green Card Holder***

Overview

We are seeking a confident, relationship-oriented professional with direct experience in Corporate Access, Investor Relations, sell-side research, institutional sales, investment banking, or a related investment-industry role. This person connects investors with the CEOs, CFOs, and investor relations leaders of public companies they may invest in. They build those relationships, suggest who the investors should meet, and set up the meetings, calls, and trips that help the investment team make better decisions. The successful candidate will be a self-starter who thrives in a fast‑paced environment, builds credibility quickly with internal and external stakeholders, and proactively identifies opportunities that add value to the investment process.

Qualifications

1. Must have 5-8+ years of direct experience in Corporate Access, Investor Relations, institutional sales, equity research, investment banking, or another client-facing role within financial services. { Develop and Strengthen Strategic Relationships}
2. Must have ability to build & maintain strong relationships with corporate management teams, Investor Relations professionals, sell-side partners, industry experts, and third-party providers including:
   • a. Proactively identify and cultivate new relationship opportunities that align with investment team priorities.
   • b. Educate external stakeholders on our long-term investment philosophy and research process to strengthen awareness, trust, and engagement.
   • c. Partner with Investment Professionals
   • d. Develop a deep understanding of analyst and portfolio manager research priorities, investment philosophies, and sector interests.
   • e. Act as a strategic partner to investment professionals by identifying and originating high-impact meetings, events, and research opportunities.
   • f. Anticipate investment team needs and proactively deliver relevant access opportunities that support investment decision-making.
   • g. Facilitate relationship-building opportunities for newly assigned analysts by leveraging insights into company preferences and stakeholder dynamics.
   • h. Originate and Execute Corporate Access Opportunities
3. Must have direct experience working with public company management teams and Investor Relations professionals.
4. Should have a strong understanding of capital markets, public companies, and the investment research process.
5. Should have knowledge or experience within Industrials, small cap or related sectors is a plus.