Job SummaryThe Head of Investor Relations (IR) will lead the company's investor relations program for a publicly traded, global med tech organization with approximately $1.3B in annual revenue. Reporting directly to the SVP of Corporate Finance, this role is responsible for shaping and executing a clear, credible, and consistent investor narrative that reflects the company's strategy, financial performance, and long term value creation.
This role requires a strong foundation in investment banking, ideally with med tech or healthcare sector coverage, and the ability to operate with confidence in a highly visible, regulated, and performance driven public company environment.
Primary ResponsibilitiesInvestor Relations Strategy & Public Company Communications- Develop and execute a comprehensive investor relations strategy aligned with the company's business strategy, financial objectives, and capital markets priorities.
- Own the company's external investment narrative, ensuring consistency across earnings materials, investor presentations, public disclosures, and executive messaging.
- Partner closely with the CFO and CEO to prepare earnings call scripts, Q&A, analyst day materials, and investor presentations.
Earnings, Disclosure & Regulatory Compliance- Lead preparation of quarterly and annual earnings materials, including press releases, slide decks, scripts, FAQs, and investor website content.
- Ensure accuracy, consistency, and compliance with SEC regulations, Reg FD, and other public company disclosure requirements.
- Collaborate with Finance, Legal, and External Communications to support 10-K, 10-Q, proxy, and other required disclosures from an investor relations perspective.
Investor, Analyst & Market Engagement- Serve as a primary point of contact for institutional investors, sell-side analysts, and rating agencies.
- Coordinate and participate in earnings calls, investor conferences, non-deal roadshows, and one-on-one investor meetings.
- Build and maintain strong, long-term relationships with the investment community, ensuring transparency and credibility.
Market Intelligence & Executive Advisory- Monitor investor sentiment, analyst coverage, peer performance, valuation trends, and broader med-tech capital markets dynamics.
- Synthesize market feedback and provide actionable insights to the CFO and executive leadership team.
- Support strategic initiatives including capital allocation decisions, M&A communications, and long-term financial targets.
Board & Leadership Support- Prepare investor-related materials for Board of Directors meetings, including market updates, shareholder feedback, and valuation analysis.
- Act as a trusted advisor to senior leadership on investor expectations, messaging risks, and market perception.
Required Experience, Education, Skills and CompetenciesRequired- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Business, or a related discipline.
- 4+ years of experience in investment banking, equity research, and/or investor relations, with meaningful exposure to public company dynamics.
- Strong financial modeling, valuation, and analytical skills.
- Demonstrated experience interacting with institutional investors and sell-side analysts.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with executive presence.Preferred
- Investment banking experience covering med-tech, medical devices, or healthcare companies.
- Prior in-house investor relations experience at a publicly traded company.
- MBA, CFA, or similar advanced credential.
- Experience supporting capital markets transactions (IPO, follow-on offerings, debt issuance) and M&A communications.
Key Competencies- Deep understanding of public company financials and capital markets
- Strategic, investor-centric mindset
- High integrity and strong judgment in disclosure matters
- Ability to manage high-visibility work under tight deadlines
- Collaborative partner with Finance, Legal, Communications, and Executive Leadership
Compensation: - The salary for this role will range from 205,700.00 - 307,500 USD annually based on full-time employment. Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including but not limited to location, relevant skills, training, experience, education, etc.
- Certain roles may be eligible for performance-based incentive compensation and/or long-term incentives. Incentives could be discretionary or non-discretionary depending on the plan.
- Novanta supports all aspects of your life's needs. This position provides a full range of medical, financial, and other benefits to make your quality of life better.
Travel Requirements Physical Requirements- Mobility to work in a standard office setting
- Ability to use vision to read computer screens and printed materials
- Ability to sit for extended periods of time, with occasional standing and walking within the office
