Head of Investor Relations

Job Title : Head of Investor Relations (IR)

Reporting to : CFO

Company : A top-Tier Indian Hotel Chain (Publicly Listed)

Location : Pune, Maharashtra

About the Company:

The Company is an upmarket hotel chain known for its luxury and exceptional guest experiences and maintains a strong public presence in the hospitality sector. They are seeking a strategic leader to develop and execute a robust Investor Relations program that ensures clear, consistent, and compliant communication with the financial community, supports our valuation, and enhances shareholder trust.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Investor Relations Strategy & Management:

• Develop and execute a comprehensive Investor Relations strategy that aligns with the company's financial goals, growth trajectory, and public market positioning.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for the financial community, including institutional investors, retail investors, and sell-side/buy-side analysts.
• Manage the company's quarterly and annual earnings process, including developing earnings scripts, drafting press releases, preparing comprehensive Q&A documents, and coordinating with the executive team.
• Organize and execute non-deal roadshows, investor conferences, and site visits globally to broaden the investor base and improve market understanding.

2. Communication and Compliance:

• Ensure timely, accurate, and transparent disclosure of all material information in full compliance with SEBI regulations, Listing Obligations, and Disclosure Requirements (LODR).
• Continuously monitor, analyze, and summarize analyst research, market feedback, and competitor performance for presentation to the CEO and Board of Directors.
• Maintain and enhance the Investor Relations section of the company website.
• Craft presentations, fact sheets, and other communication materials used for external stakeholder engagement.

3. Market and Valuation Analysis:

• Monitor stock performance, shareholder base composition, and liquidity trends.
• Conduct detailed analysis of competitor IR programs and industry best practices.
• Work closely with the Finance team to ensure consistent and accurate data is used in all public-facing financial communication.

Qualifications/Experience:

• CA/ Top-Tier MBA graduate in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
• 10-15 years of progressive experience in Investor Relations, Corporate Finance, or Equity Research, with a significant tenure managing IR for a publicly listed company in India.
• Strong preference for candidates experienced in Hospitality sector.
• Deep and current knowledge of SEBI regulations, LODR, and capital market practices in India.
• Proven ability to interact and build credibility with institutional investors and sell-side analysts.
• Strong financial acumen and understanding of valuation models, accounting principles (Ind AS/IFRS), and financial statements.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.