Investor Relations Director - AeroVironment : Job Details

Investor Relations Director

AeroVironment

Job Location : Arlington,VA, USA

Posted on : 2024-11-26T07:34:19Z

Job Description :
Worker TypeRegularJob DescriptionJob SummarySummaryThe Investor Relations Director reports to the Vice President of Corporate Development and Investor Relations and will be responsible for supporting investor relations activities with some exposure to supporting M&A. These duties include promoting an accurate understanding of the Company's investment thesis and value creation potential among financial stakeholders, managing shareholder engagement, and supporting the quarterly earnings cycle. The position will require clear and regular public communication, in verbal and written form, that conforms to defined disclosure parameters. Position Responsibilities:Investor Relations:Manage IR earnings preparation process, including: work with teammates to collect relevant data, develop themes with executive leadership, prepare Q&A, draft and edit scripts, prepare earnings presentations, Board of Director materials and other preparation materialsDevelop and manage investor targeting programs, including: screen for high potential shareholders, develop outreach and contact plan, develop background information on key investment decisions, manage contact database to prepare executives for meetingsPlan and manage all aspects of investor events, including: conferences, investor and analyst days, trade show meetings, non-deal roadshows, individual and group investor visits, and post-earnings calls.Coordinate travel logistics and meetings for investor eventsHelp manage CEO and CFO Investor calendar of events throughout the year ensuring their time is effectively managed among conferences, road shows and other investor eventsAttend investor meetings and conferences to support our team at those eventsTrack and report on relevant peer and industry trends and disclosures in news, earnings releases and research reportsSupport the company's ESG initiatives and lead preparation of the company's annual Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) ReportCommunicate regularly with investors and analysts to coordinate meetings and events and respond to inquiriesDraft and maintain the company's investor facing presentations and related materialsManage IR press release distribution and other mass investor communicationsHelp to define, execute and monitor IR plan with a strategic view toward achieving IR objectives. Includes measurement and reporting of results against targets.Identify and implement IR best practices and process improvementsSupport relationships with outside IR service providersOther duties as assignedCorporate Development:Track and manage pipeline of M&A opportunitiesFacilitate internal reviews and evaluations of opportunities including the development of presentation materialsResearch and summarize data for potential acquisition targetsProvide project management support for transaction processes from sourcing through deal executionConduct market research and support third party market research projectsAttend industry conferences and eventsSupport relationships with key investment banksOther duties as assignedSpecial Requirements:U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (Green Card holder) or asylee/refugee status as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) required.10% travel within the Continental U.S.Basic Qualifications (Required Skills & Experience):Bachelor's degree required, preferably in a technical field, or equivalent combination of education, training, and experienceMBA preferredMinimum of 12 years of directly related experienceUnderstanding of financial reporting, including Balance Sheet and Profit and Loss StatementsDemonstrated excellence in verbal and written communication, with the ability to think on one's feet in high pressure situationsDemonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and successfullyComputer proficiency in Microsoft Operating System and Office SuiteOther Qualifications & Desired Competencies:Able to project credibility and sincerity in any situationAble to work effectively and efficiently across functions and have a proven track record of working successfully across multiple levels of an organization including executive leadershipAble to excel in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, where small teams share a broad variety of dutiesDisplays strong initiative and drive to accomplish goals and meet company objectivesTakes ownership and responsibility for current and past work productsIs committed to learning from mistakes and driven to improve and enhance performance of oneself, others, and the companyFocuses on teamwork and puts the success of the team above one's own interestsPhysical DemandsAbility to work in an office or home office environment (Constant)Required to sit and stand for long periods; talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone keyboard (Frequent)The salary range for this role is:$203,704 - $288,750AeroVironment considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the location, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, and key skills.ITAR Requirement:This position requires access to information that is subject to compliance with the International Traffic Arms Regulations ( ITAR ) and/or the Export Administration Regulations ( EAR ). In order to comply with the requirements of the ITAR and/or the EAR, applicants must qualify as a U.S. person under the ITAR and the EAR, or a person to be approved for an export license by the governing agency whose technology comes under its jurisdiction. Please understand that any job offer that requires approval of an export license will be conditional on AeroVironment's determination that it will be able to obtain an export license in a time frame consistent with AeroVironment's business requirements. A U.S. person according to the ITAR definition is a U.S. citizen, U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), or protected individual such as a refugee or asylee. See 22 CFR § 120.15. Some positions will require current U.S. Citizenship due to contract requirements.Benefits: AV offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental vision, 401K with company matching, a 9/80 work schedule and a paid holiday shutdown. For more information about our company benefit offerings please visit: .We also encourage you to review our company website at to learn more about us.Principals only need apply. NO agencies please.Who We AreBased in California, AeroVironment (AVAV) is a global leader in unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and tactical missile systems. Founded in 1971 by celebrated physicist and engineer, Dr. Paul MacCready, we've been at the leading edge of technical innovation for more than 45 years. Be a part of the team that developed the world's most widely used military drones and created the first submarine-launched reconnaissance drone, and has seven innovative vehicles that are part of the Smithsonian Institution's permanent collection in Washington, DC.Join us today in developing the next generation of small UAS and tactical missile systems that will deliver more actionable intelligence to our customers so they can proceed with certainty – and succeed.What We DoBuilding on a history of technological innovation, AeroVironment designs, develops, produces, and supports an advanced portfolio of unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and tactical missile systems. Agencies of the U.S. Department of Defense and allied military services use the company's hand-launched UAS to provide situational awareness to tactical operating units through real-time, airborne reconnaissance, surveillance, and target acquisition.We are proud to be an EEO/AA Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans. AeroVironment, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Qualified applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic data, sexual orientation, gender identity or other legally protected status.ITARU.S. Citizenship requiredSummaryLocation: Arlington, VA; Simi Valley, CAType: Full time
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