Principal - Investor Relations at Proten

Key Responsibilities

INVESTOR RELATIONS AND CAPITAL RAISING

• Lead the end-to-end process of organizing and managing capital raising processes, preparation of marketing and due diligence materials, addressing questions from investors, organizing meetings and roadshows, as well as negotiations and fund documentation preparations.
• Focus on raising capital – source, build, and cultivate investor relationships.
• Identify potential investors and develop proper points of contact, both direct and indirect, in order to develop direct relationships for capital raising.
• Initiate calls to investors and meet face-to-face to explain investment opportunities.
• Participate in strategic planning with senior management to set financial goals, as well as the company’s strategic agenda.
• Effectively articulate the investment philosophy and strategy to potential and existing investors.
• Drive and manage the institutional investment process.
• Participate in investment, valuation, and risk management processes.
• Assist the Leadership team with strategic decisions and business initiatives associated with fundraising, marketing, and investor relations.
• Build a network of institutional investor relationships as a foundation for future capital raises.
• Lead investor due diligence, subscription, and closing.
• Develop and manage communication protocols for all boarded investors, including the distribution of periodic performance updates and financial information.
• Preparation of due diligence responses, meeting agendas, etc.
• Produce deliverables for communication with existing and prospective investors;
• Maintain and update information on existing investors, including contact information, investor activity, and portfolio construction planning, and communicate this information internally;
• Develop a thorough understanding of investors’ investments and activity in order to competently represent the firm and report to investors;
• Manage third-party vendors such as legal counsel and marketing consultants;
• Manage certain levels of investor communication such as transaction announcements (new deals, add-ons, exits);
• Work with senior leadership and external consultants to optimize and maintain our brand.
• Manage and coach a team of Associates and Analysts

Qualifications

• Experience in Investor Relations Role
• Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Economics, or other relevant field. The equivalent of the same in practical experience is also acceptable. The candidate will also be better suited with ICAN, CFA, or ACCA certification.
• Preferably someone with a legal background, extensive knowledge of fundraising, fluent communicator and preferably from FMCG.
• Business development, sales, and negotiation experience
• Sharp analytical and problem-solving skills and experience in financial analysis and modeling
• 6 - 8 years of related experience in an Investor Relations role within a fast-moving and dynamic business environment, preferably in a senior investor relations role
• Demonstrated ability to interpret data to derive business insights

Other Requirements

• Good knowledge of the local and international financial markets
• Previous track record of successfully leading capital-raising teams
• Strong organizational and project management skills and attention to detail
• Ability to multitask, prioritize deliverables, and manage and meet tight deadlines
• Experience with leading due diligence processes and analyses
• Service-oriented and proactive, with good interpersonal skills and a passion for developing strong relationships with existing clients and prospects
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong Microsoft Office Skills (including Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Word)
• Strong financial modeling skills; outstanding analytical and presentation skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills and problem-solving skills
• Ability to provide support to; and collaborate with internal units and external groups to achieve business objectives

Start-Up Environment

• Thrives in a fast-paced, start-up environment with dynamic business priorities.