Manager, Investor Relations & Corporate Development

Summary

The Manager, Investor Relations & Corporate Development plays a critical role in shaping and communicating the company’s strategy, financial performance, and long-term value creation to external and internal stakeholders. This role partners closely with senior leadership across Finance, Strategy, Legal, and Executive Management, combining deep financial analysis, capital markets expertise, and transaction-oriented strategic thinking. 

The position is ideal for a high-performing analyst with experience in investor relations, investment banking, equity research, or corporate finance who is looking to broaden into corporate development and strategic initiatives while remaining deeply embedded in external investor engagement. 

What You’ll Do:

Investor Relations & Capital Markets Communications 

Lead preparation of quarterly earnings materials, including press releases, earnings scripts, investor presentations, and detailed Q&A support 

Develop and refine core investor messaging in partnership with Finance, Strategy, Legal, and Communications teams 

Support guidance formulation, scenario analysis, and messaging alignment 

Maintain earnings calendars, disclosure timelines, and internal review processes 

Ensure consistency between external investor messaging and internal strategic priorities 

Financial Analysis, Modeling & Valuation 

Own and maintain internal IR and strategic financial models, including long-range operating models, consensus tracking, and sensitivity analyses 

Analyze quarterly and annual performance, key drivers, segment results, and return metrics 

Evaluate valuation, capital structure, and capital allocation frameworks relative to peers 

Support analyses related to equity, debt, and hybrid capital markets activity 

Corporate Development & Strategic Transactions 

Support evaluation and execution of M&A, divestitures, joint ventures, and strategic investments 

Build and analyze transaction models, including valuation, accretion/dilution, synergies, and financing structures 

Assist with target screening, market mapping, and strategic fit assessments aligned with long-term growth priorities 

Coordinate diligence efforts across internal functions and external advisors 

Support preparation of investment committee materials, board presentations, and transaction-related communications 

Investor, Analyst & External Stakeholder Engagement 

Prepare senior executives for investor meetings, roadshows, conferences, and non-deal meetings 

Serve as a point of contact for sell-side analysts and institutional investors on routine matters 

Track investor feedback, key themes, and perception trends; synthesize insights for leadership 

Maintain shareholder analysis, targeting strategies, and engagement plans 

Support investor communications related to strategic transactions and capital markets activity 

Market Intelligence, Benchmarking & Strategy Support 

Monitor peer earnings, estimates, valuation multiples, M&A activity, and strategic actions 

Track industry trends, macroeconomic developments, and investor positioning 

Support competitive benchmarking, investor perception studies, and strategic assessments 

Contribute to long-term strategic planning initiatives, including Investor Day preparation 

Governance, Disclosure & Compliance 

Ensure external communications comply with Reg FD and public company disclosure requirements 

Coordinate preparation and review of IR-related filings and public disclosures 

Own and maintain IR website content and supporting materials 

Partner with Legal on disclosure controls, transaction-related disclosures, and best practices 

Leadership & Special Projects 

Mentor junior team members and support development of IR and corporate development processes and tools 

Support ESG, sustainability, and other strategic disclosures as applicable 

Lead or contribute to cross-functional strategic and analytical projects as needed 

What You’ll Bring:

Qualifications 

Required 

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field 

5-7 years of experience in investor relations, investment banking, equity research, FP&A, corporate development, or corporate finance 

Strong understanding of financial statements, valuation methodologies, and capital markets 

Demonstrated ability to communicate complex financial and strategic topics clearly and effectively 

High degree of professionalism, judgment, discretion, and executive presence 

Preferred 

CFA designation or progress toward CFA 

Experience supporting M&A transactions or strategic investments 

Experience supporting earnings, guidance, and investor interactions 

Familiarity with public company disclosure and governance requirements 

Advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills; experience with Bloomberg, FactSet, or Capital IQ 

What You’ll Receive:

As of the date of this posting, a good faith estimate of the current pay scale for this position is $140k-165k.  Placement in the range depends on several factors such as experience, skills, geography and internal equity and may change over time. This position qualifies for benefits and you will be eligible to participate in a bonus plan. 

At James Hardie, we recognize that our success depends on our people. We've worked hard to build a generous and competitive benefits program that demonstrates our commitment to our employees.

• Comprehensive low-cost co-pay Health Insurance; medical, dental, prescription, and vision insurance benefits for every 30+ hour full-time employee. Insurance starts on day one!
• Life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• 401(k) Retirement plan that will match 100% of employees saved dollars up to the first 6% of your salary
• 11 paid holidays per year
• Paid vacation
• Paid sick leave
• Wellness Program, Employee Assistance Program, Parental Leave
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Community Involvement & Sustainable Solutions
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