Director, Investor Relations

2 Weeks ago • 8 Years + • $150,000 PA - $225,000 PA

Job Summary

Job Description

The Director of Investor Relations (IR) is a strategic leadership role responsible for developing and executing the company's investor relations program to enhance shareholder engagement, attract new investors, and ensure transparent, consistent communication with the investment community. This position partners closely with executive leadership and cross-functional teams to communicate the company’s strategy, financial performance, and value proposition to analysts, investors, and other stakeholders. The role will report directly to the Senior Vice President Corporate Finance & Development. Key responsibilities include leading the IR strategy, serving as the primary liaison with the investment community, developing investor messages, preparing for earnings calls and investor conferences, and managing IR vendor relationships.
Must have:
  • Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business, Economics, or related field.
  • 8+ years of experience in IR, investment banking, equity research, or corporate finance.
  • Deep understanding of financial reporting, SEC regulations, and capital markets.
  • Exceptional organizational, communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
  • Proven ability to interact with C-level executives, institutional investors, and analysts.
Good to have:
  • MBA, CFA, or CPA preferred.
  • At least 3 years in a senior IR or leadership role.
  • Strong analytical, financial modeling, and strategic thinking skills.
  • Ability to interpret detailed sell-side models.
  • Experience in publicly traded companies, ideally in the TMT sector.
  • Calm under pressure and comfortable with high-stakes communications.
  • Highly collaborative and able to influence across functions.
  • Strong attention to detail, with excellent writing and storytelling skills.
  • Experience with IR platforms (e.g., Q4, Nasdaq IR Insight) and financial data tools (e.g., Bloomberg, FactSet, Capital IQ).
Perks:
  • Competitive salaries
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Life and disability benefits
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • Flexible Time Off
  • Volunteer Time Off
  • Paid holidays
  • Family building and caregiving support
  • Generous Family Care and Parental leave
  • Fitness Reimbursement
  • Access to wellness programs
  • Employee Resource Groups
  • Company-sponsored events
  • Regular opportunities for professional growth
  • Educational support, mentorship programs, and career development resources.
  • Employee engagement programs and recognition awards

Job Details

Description

The Director of Investor Relations (IR) is a strategic leadership role responsible for developing and executing the Company’s investor relations program to enhance shareholder engagement, attract new investors, and ensure transparent, consistent communication with the investment community. This position partners closely with executive leadership and cross-functional teams to communicate the company’s strategy, financial performance, and value proposition to analysts, investors, and other stakeholders. The role will report directly to the Senior Vice President Corporate Finance & Development.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead the development and execution of a comprehensive investor relations strategy aligned with corporate goals.
  • Serve as the primary liaison between the company and the investment community, including institutional investors and analysts. 
  • Work collaboratively with the Company’s Treasury team on rating agency engagement and communications.
  • Develop key investor messages and insights.  
    Prepare for  quarterly earnings calls and investor conferences and meetings ,develop investor presentations, and contribute to and review all earnings releases,annual reports (10-K, 10-Q, etc.) and other investor facing documents, with investor related insights. 
  • Play a significant part in drafting quarterly earnings prep documents including first drafts of CEO/CFO scripts, earnings presentations, and Q&A’s.
    Develop and maintain strong relationships with investors and analysts through meetings, conferences, and other engagement activities. 
  • Manage principal IR related vendor relationships.
  • Monitor and analyze changes in investor activities and holdings, industry trends, peer performance, investor sentiment, and market dynamics to provide strategic insights to executive leadership.
  • Coordinate closely with Business Units, Finance, Treasury, Legal, Communications, and other corporate functions related to monthly/quarterly reporting and variance explanations and ensure consistent, compliant external messaging
  • Support the executive team during investor roadshows, conferences, and capital markets activities.
  • Act as a spokesperson and trusted representative of the company to the financial community.

  • Maintain a robust investor targeting strategy and database to support shareholder diversification and engagement.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business, Economics, or a related field (MBA, CFA, or CPA preferred).
  • 8+ years of experience in investor relations, investment banking, equity research, or corporate finance, with at least 3 years in a senior IR or leadership role.
  • Deep understanding of financial reporting, SEC regulations, and capital markets.
  • Exceptional organizational, communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
  • Proven ability to interact with C-level executives, institutional investors, and sell-side research analysts.
  • Strong analytical, financial modeling and strategic thinking skills; ability to synthesize complex financial and business data into clear, compelling narratives. Specifically, a demonstrated ability to assist investors and analysts with understanding the Company’s business model.
  • Ability to interpret detailed sellside models
  • Experience in publicly traded companies, ideally in the TMT sector.

Preferred Attributes:

  • Calm under pressure and comfortable with high-stakes communications.
  • Highly collaborative and able to influence across functions.
  • Strong attention to detail, with excellent writing and storytelling skills. 
  • Experience with IR platforms (e.g., Q4, Nasdaq IR Insight) and financial data tools (e.g., Bloomberg, FactSet, Capital IQ).

About Ziff Davis, Inc.
Ziff Davis (NASDAQ: ZD) is a vertically focused digital media and internet company whose portfolio includes leading brands in technology, shopping, gaming and entertainment, connectivity, health, cybersecurity, and martech. Today, Ziff Davis is focused on seven key verticals – Technology, Connectivity, Shopping, Entertainment, Health & Wellness, Cybersecurity and Marketing Technology.  Its brands include IGN, Mashable, RetailMeNot, PCMag, Humble Bundle, Spiceworks, Ookla (Speedtest), RootMetrics, Everyday Health, BabyCenter, Moz, iContact and Vipre Security.
Our Benefits
Ziff Davis offers competitive salaries in addition to robust, health and wellness-focused benefits, including comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, as well as life and disability benefits. Our employees enjoy Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs), a 401(k) with company match, and an Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
We are committed to work-life balance with Flexible Time Off, Volunteer Time Off, and paid holidays. We offer family building and caregiving support and generous Family Care and Parental leave, when you need it.  We also provide Fitness Reimbursement and access to wellness programs, ensuring our team stays healthy both physically and mentally.
As part of our inclusive culture, we offer Employee Resource Groups, company-sponsored events, and regular opportunities for professional growth through educational support, mentorship programs, and career development resources. Our employees are recognized and celebrated through employee engagement programs and recognition awards.
If you're seeking a dynamic and collaborative work environment where you can see the direct impact of your performance and thrive both personally and professionally, then Ziff Davis is the place for you.
Compensation Range
Ziff Davis provides a range for the base pay. Factors that may be used to determine your actual pay may include your specific job related knowledge, skills, experience, and geographic location. The base pay for this position ranges from $150,000 to $225,000,  , 401K with company match, medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, short and long-term disability, and a flexible time off policy.
Ziff Davis is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive and equitable environment for all employees.

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