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Investor Relations Executive job description

An Investor Relations Executive supports the IR team with data, materials and coordination. They update the investor deck, compile results data, log analyst queries and help arrange calls and meetings. The role reports to the Investor Relations Manager in listed and funded companies. A good IR Executive keeps materials accurate and current, turns finance data into clean investor formats, and makes sure every query and meeting is handled promptly and on the record.

DetailFor this role
DepartmentFinance and Accounts
LevelMid level
Reports toInvestor Relations Manager
Direct reportsNone
Experience1 to 4 years in finance, IR or research

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Job title: Investor Relations Executive

Department: Finance and Accounts

Reports to: Investor Relations Manager

Location: [City], [office, branch or site]

About the role

An Investor Relations Executive supports the IR team with data, materials and coordination. They update the investor deck, compile results data, log analyst queries and help arrange calls and meetings. The role reports to the Investor Relations Manager in listed and funded companies. A good IR Executive keeps materials accurate and current, turns finance data into clean investor formats, and makes sure every query and meeting is handled promptly and on the record.

Key responsibilities

  • Update the investor presentation, fact sheet and key metrics each quarter.
  • Compile results data and check it against the audited numbers.
  • Log investor and analyst queries and track them to a response.
  • Help draft the earnings press release and call script.
  • Coordinate the earnings call, investor meetings and roadshow logistics.
  • Maintain the investor contact list and notes from every meeting.
  • Track analyst estimates, reports and coverage for the team.
  • Prepare the disclosure calendar and remind on filing dates.
  • Support consistency checks across the deck, release and disclosures.
  • Monitor peer results and market news for the manager.

Requirements

  • MBA in Finance, B.Com or CA Inter
  • Good Excel and presentation skills
  • Interest in capital markets
  • 1 to 4 years in finance, IR or research

KRAs and KPIs for a Investor Relations Executive

Key result areas for the appraisal form, each with a KPI you can measure every month or quarter.

Key result areaHow to measure it
Material accuracyInvestor materials match the audited numbers with no correction after release
Query trackingEvery investor query logged and closed within the agreed turnaround
TimelinessDeck and results data ready by the agreed date each quarter
CoordinationEarnings call and meetings arranged with no logistics failure
Disclosure supportDisclosure reminders sent so no filing date is missed

Skills and tools

Investor materialsFinancial data handlingPowerPointAdvanced ExcelCoordinationWriting supportAttention to detailDiscretionOrganisation

Tools used day to day: Advanced Excel, PowerPoint, Bloomberg or Refinitiv, Exchange filing portals, CRM.

Reporting line and career path

Investor RelationsManagerInvestor RelationsExecutive

Interview questions for a Investor Relations Executive

  1. How do you make sure investor materials match the audited numbers?
  2. How do you handle a rush of analyst queries after results?
  3. How do you keep the investor deck consistent with disclosures?
  4. How do you coordinate an earnings call across teams?
  5. How do you handle price sensitive information?
  6. How do you track analyst estimates and coverage?

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Frequently asked questions

What does an Investor Relations Executive do?

An Investor Relations Executive supports the IR team with data, materials and coordination. They update the investor deck, compile results data, log analyst queries, help draft the press release and arrange the earnings call and meetings. They keep materials accurate and current, reporting to the Investor Relations Manager in listed and funded companies.

What is the difference between an IR Executive and an IR Manager?

An IR Executive prepares materials, compiles data and coordinates logistics. An IR Manager owns the investor relationship, answers the tougher questions, shapes the narrative and manages disclosures. The executive supports and prepares; the manager engages investors and takes the calls on messaging.

What qualifications does an Investor Relations Executive need?

Most Investor Relations Executive roles ask for an MBA in Finance, a B.Com or CA Inter with good Excel and presentation skills and an interest in capital markets. One to four years in finance, IR or research is usual, along with accuracy, discretion and strong coordination for handling results and queries.