The Director, Investor Relations reports directly to the CEO and works closely with the CFO and is responsible for assisting with the development and implementation of a successful investor relations strategic plan for the Company, will interact on regular basis with the executive team and be responsible for the day to day management. Provides critical leadership and information to help build awareness and understanding of the Company’s objectives, strategies and achievements among key audiences.
Essentials for Working at Ligand• Ligand is a dynamic, fast-paced organization committed to creating shareholder value through developing and acquiring royalty revenue generating assets and coupling them to a lean corporate cost structure. To be successful at Ligand, employees must be innovative, efficient, versatile, self-starters who take great pride in their work and want to contribute to something significant.
Essential Role Responsibilities
Assist in developing and implementing the Company’s investor relations corporate communications plan
Identifying and building relationships with targeted institutional investors and analysts
Create and manage a strong reputation by demonstrating consistent and clear communication between internal and external parties.
Developing written communications such as press releases, presentations and obtaining management/legal approvals as appropriate
Schedule conference calls, webcasts and managing face-to-face interaction with the financial community during investment conferences, road shows and the Company’s analyst day and stockholder meetings
Develop and propose short- and long-term goals for the Investor Relations function in accordance with overall Company strategies
Providing accurate, consistent and timely responses to all external inquiries from investors, analysts and media. Maintain knowledge of, and complying with, all relevant legal, regulatory and professional standards
Assist in managing the overall content of the Company’s website, Intranet and social media postings
Actively participate, develop and support the Company’s ESG initiatives, activities and programs
Non-essential Role Responsibilities Include
Managing and optimizing the network of suppliers that provide investor relations tools and resources to the Company
Promote company culture and participate in employee activities
Travel will be required
Other duties as required
Minimum Requirements
Bachelor’s degree required and/or Master’s degree preferred in communications, business and/or a relevant scientific discipline
Eight - twelve years of relevant experience managing investor relations and corporate communications programs in a public biotech or pharmaceutical company
Extensive experience working with executive management, superior skills in financial analysis, oral and written communication and relationship building
Strong proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint and technically savvy in social media including X (formerly Twitter), LinkedIn
Strong understanding of SEC laws and securities disclosure requirements, as well as filing requirements
Ability to present and respond to questions about complex scientific and clinical data
Outstanding organizational skills and attention to detail
Strong knowledge and fluency in the biotechnology industry matters
Benefits and Compensation
Compensation
Salary. Range, dependent on experience: $185,000 – $215,000 yearly.
Annual incentive bonus
Generous equity package
Benefits
The company offers competitive benefits including flexible work schedule, medical, dental, vision, Short/Long term disability and life insurance, as well as 401(k) match, Stock Options, Bonus, and paid time leave.
Additional Information
All new hires are required to go through a background and reference check
Ligand is an EEO/AA/Disability/Vets employer
Must be legally authorized to work in the US without sponsorship
Ligand celebrates the diversity of life and welcomes all individuals to apply
Ligand, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants due to race, ethnicity, gender, veteran status, or on the basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.
Ligand is an EEO/AA/Disability/Vets employer. Ligand celebrates the diversity of life and welcomes all individuals to apply.
The company offers competitive benefits including flexible work schedule, medical, dental, vision, Short/Long term disability and life insurance, as well as 401(k) match, Stock Options, Bonus, and paid time leave, annual incentive bonus, and generous equity package.