Sr Investor Relations Analyst

Chicago, IL, US, 60601

Hybrid

James Hardie is the industry leader in exterior home and outdoor living solutions, with a portfolio that includes fiber cement, fiber gypsum, composite and PVC decking and railing products. Our family of trusted brands includes Hardie®, TimberTech®, AZEK® Exteriors, Versatex®, fermacell®, and StruXure®.

With over 8,000 employees and our U.S. operating entities headquartered in Chicago, we boast 31 operating sites, 6 recycling facilities, and 6 research and development centers globally. Powered by a dynamic workforce, we’re united by our purpose of Building a Better Future for All™ through sustainable innovation, a Zero Harm culture, and a commitment to empowering our people and communities.

For more information, visit www.jameshardie.com.

Summary

The Senior Investor Relations Analyst plays a critical role in shaping and delivering the company’s investor messaging. This position partners closely with senior leadership to communicate financial performance, strategy, and long-term value creation to the investment community. The role blends deep financial analysis, capital markets insight, and executive-level communication.

What You’ll Do:

Investor Communications & Earnings

  • 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

Financial Analysis & Modeling

  • Own internal IR models, including long-range financial models, consensus tracking, and sensitivity analyses
  • Analyze quarterly and annual performance, key drivers, and segment-level results
  • Evaluate valuation, capital structure, and return frameworks relative to peers
  • Support capital allocation and capital markets analyses

Investor & Analyst 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, and engagement plans

Market Intelligence & Benchmarking

  • Monitor peer earnings, estimates, valuation multiples, and strategic actions
  • Track industry trends, macro developments, and investor positioning
  • Support investor perception studies and competitive benchmarking

Governance, Disclosure & Compliance

  • Ensure external communications comply with Reg FD and 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 and best practices

Strategic & Special Projects

  • Support capital markets transactions, including equity and debt offerings and rating agency engagements
  • Contribute to long-term strategic planning, investor day preparation, and M&A-related communications
  • Support ESG and sustainability disclosures, as applicable
  • Mentor junior team members and support development of IR processes and tools

What You’ll Bring:

Qualifications

Required

  • Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field
  • 3–6 years of experience in investor relations, investment banking, equity research, FP&A, or corporate finance
  • Strong understanding of financial statements, valuation, and capital markets
  • Proven ability to communicate complex financial and strategic topics clearly
  • High degree of professionalism, judgment, and discretion

Preferred

  • CFA designation or progress toward CFA
  • Experience supporting earnings, guidance, and investor interactions
  • Familiarity with public company disclosure 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 $95,000 to $115,000. 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!
  • 401(k) Retirement plan that will match 100% of employees saved dollars up to the first 6% of your salary
  • Paid holidays, paid vacation including Jury Duty and bereavement leave
  • Wellness ProgramEmployee Assistance ProgramParental Leave
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • Community Involvement & Sustainable Solutions
  • Click here to learn more about our benefits

 

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James Hardie Building Products Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, veteran's status, marital status, pregnancy, disability, or any other basis protected by law.

James Hardie will comply with any applicable state and local laws regarding employee leave benefits, including, but not limited to providing time off pursuant to the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act, in accordance with its plans and policies.

The position responsibilities outlined above are in no way to be construed as all encompassing. Other duties, responsibilities, and qualifications may be required and/or assigned as necessary.


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