Investor Relations & Communications Executive at Verod Capital Management Ltd.

This is an opportunity for a candidate with strong experience across both internal and external communications to join a fast-growing emerging markets investment firm. The role will require a concise yet engaging approach to delivering messages to multiple stakeholders. She/he is a strategic thinker with strong attention to detail, with a track record of media planning, copywriting, content management and ability to forge relationships across a diverse team.

The role will focus on developing and delivering an engaging stakeholder communications plan, to include investor, portfolio companies and client communications, marketing communications and media relations. She/he will work with third party media outlets to connect with potential customers, investors, and other stakeholders. The successful candidate will be a results-driven and accountable individual, adept at multi-tasking in a fast-paced environment. This person must be a strong collaborator, and able to drive the Verod values.

SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES

• Work closely with the Head of IR & Comms to ensure implementation of a strong global communications plan, budget and strategy for execution
• Be a strong consultant to the Management team and support business leaders across our portfolio for communications needs
• Lead on appropriate positioning of the firm as part of the communication strategy and content, ensuring consistency and ‘one voice’ across internal and external communications
• Develop social media presence and strategy for execution across various media platforms such as the company Website, LinkedIn and Twitter
• Write thought pieces to position the firm as a thought leader in the space
• Manage and co-produce website, newsletters, story-coverages about partner companies
• Support the ExCo and other Management Team/Colleagues with preparation and participation in conferences, panels, business publications other external representation of the firm
• Responsible for all internal and external communications regarding the Verod Foundation and partner events
• Support portfolio companies with communications as the need arises

KEY EXPERIENCE

• University Degree in Business, Communications, Marketing, Journalism or English
• At least 3 - 5 years of relevant work experience 
• Excellent copy writing skills. Able to write text for diverse media outlets, examples of published text necessary
• Ability to collaborate with the Head, Investor Relations, aligning around a shared vision for the firm and shaping the communication strategy in support of the Fund’s and Partner Companies
• External communications experience to include experience in raising brand profile, eg. through elevated social media presence, website redesign management across multiple platforms
• Basic and working knowledge of technical tools for basic creative design work (e.g. InDesign, Photoshop), social media management and marketing, and website content management
• Experience in creating thought leadership content across various sectors particularly in the tech space
• Must be creative, agile and adept in building relationships with internal and external stakeholders and leverage multiple resources to meet the firm’s objectives
• Evidence of ability to manage external consultants/agencies to execute on a strategy and deliver timely high quality projects
• Knowledge of PE or VC Investing preferred but not essential

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

• A self-starter with relationship building, influencing and leadership skills
• Logical thinking and analytical mindset
• Able to work collaboratively with peers and colleagues at all levels to execute and deliver or exceed expectations/targets
• A strong and clear communicator who can effectively engage with various levels of stakeholders
• A creative but strategic thinker who holds expertise in balancing both aspects 
• Resilient yet flexible approach, is able to encompass multiple competing demands with proven ability to manage multiple stakeholders and maintain a single version of communication to all
• Adaptable working style cognizant of situational requirements
• Exceptional integrity and work-ethic, seeks to embed this in all relationships
• Sets and drives an exceptional standard of practices for self and the business
• Aligned with Verod values - delivering value, impact & excellence