Investor Relations Lead, Blend
$143-168k
+ Equity
Expert level
Remote in US
Digital lending platform
Open for applications
Digital lending platform
501-1000 employees
FintechB2BMortgagesSaaS
Open for applications
$143-168k
+ Equity
Expert level
Remote in US
501-1000 employees
FintechB2BMortgagesSaaS
Company mission
To provide better lending for everyone, streamlining the end-to-end customer journey for banking products.
Role
Who you are
- The ideal candidate will have strong relationships within the investment community, a deep understanding of the capital markets, and proven expertise in translating complex financial performance into compelling communications
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business, Economics, or related field is required; MBA, CFA, or advanced degree preferred
- Experience: 12+ years of progressive experience in investor relations, corporate finance, or capital markets—preferably at a publicly traded company on the NYSE or NASDAQ
- Financial & Business Acumen: Comprehensive understanding of financial statements, SEC regulations, disclosure requirements, and the equity research process
- Capital Markets Expertise: Established relationships in the investment community and a solid track record of cultivating shareholder loyalty
- Communication & Presentation Skills: Outstanding verbal and written communication skills, including experience leading earnings calls and presenting to analysts, investors, and board members
- Strategic Mindset: Demonstrated ability to develop and execute investor relations strategies that align with broader corporate objectives
- Leadership & Team Management: Proven track record of building and managing effective teams; able to guide and motivate high-caliber professionals
- Collaboration: Strong cross-functional collaboration skills; able to influence and work with diverse stakeholders, including finance, legal, communications, and executive management
- Relationship Building: Ability to foster trust-based relationships with analysts, investors, and internal stakeholders
- Analytical Thinking: Skillful in analyzing market trends and performance metrics to drive data-based decision-making
- Adaptability: Thrives in a dynamic environment with evolving priorities; able to manage multiple projects and deadlines
- Integrity & Ethics: Committed to upholding high ethical standards and regulatory compliance in all activities
- Executive Presence: Polished, confident, and credible while engaging senior leadership and the investment community
What the job involves
- We are seeking a dynamic, strategic, and collaborative individual to serve as our Investor Relations Lead
- This executive will be responsible for developing and executing a comprehensive investor relations program that accurately represents the company’s vision, performance, and growth strategy
- Develop and implement a cohesive investor relations (IR) strategy aligned with the company’s long-term goals
- Create and maintain a transparent, credible, and compelling investor relations framework that supports the company’s equity story and strengthens shareholder value
- Serve as the primary point of contact for the investment community—including institutional investors, retail shareholders, analysts, and potential investors
- Manage ongoing communication with existing shareholders to foster strong relationships and trust
- Proactively engage with sell-side analysts and maintain a robust analyst coverage strategy
- Collaborate with Finance, Legal, and Corporate Communications teams to prepare earnings releases, SEC filings, annual reports, investor presentations, and other disclosure materials
- Organize and lead quarterly earnings calls and webcasts, including Q&A sessions with analysts and investors
- Maintain accurate and timely disclosure practices in compliance with SEC regulations and NYSE listing requirements
- Track and analyze the company’s stock performance, investor sentiment, and peer benchmarking
- Provide market insights, trends, and competitive intelligence to senior leadership, including the CFO and CEO, to inform business strategy and decision-making
- Monitor trading activity to identify risks and opportunities related to the company’s shareholder base
- Plan and execute investor events such as roadshows, investor days, and industry conferences
- Schedule and coordinate one-on-one meetings with analysts and investors to strengthen relationships and address inquiries
- Partner with Corporate Communications and Marketing to ensure alignment of messaging and branding in all public-facing materials
- Advise senior management on strategic considerations affecting the company’s positioning in the capital markets
- Work closely with Legal to ensure full compliance with SEC rules, regulations, and corporate governance best practices
- Lead, mentor, and develop a small team of IR professionals (as applicable)
- Promote a high-performance culture focused on accountability, continuous improvement, and professional growth
Our take
Nowadays, the vast majority of housing deals are done online. This is possible because of companies like Blend, a digital banking platform out to simplify the mortgage process.
Blend is used by major banks and financial institutions to offer mortgages and consumer loans. It has proved popular thus far, although its success continues to be tied to interest rates and the housing market, which means a few bumps in the road are inevitable.
That being said, in 2023 the company set out a "path to profitability" that takes this into account. This should make for strong, and more importantly sustainable, growth in the future
Freddie
Company Specialist at Welcome to the Jungle
Insights
Top investors
8% employee growth in 12 months
Company
Funding (last 2 of 6 rounds)
Jan 2021
$300m
SERIES G
Aug 2020
$75m
SERIES F
Total funding: $665m
Company benefits
- Comprehensive health benefits
- Wellness program that covers a variety of activities, gym memberships, and more
- Partnerships to support all of life’s milestones: Origin Financial Wellness, Compsych Employee Assistance Program, RocketLawyer Legal Plan, and more
- Various leave programs including 16 weeks of paid parental leave with no tenure requirement
- Thoughtful, regular performance reviews
- Support for workshops and lectures to develop your craft
- Meaningful equity and 401(k) plan
- “Employee-first” environment, where most employees can work wherever they choose
- Flexible work schedule
- Open vacation policy
Company HQ
Chinatown, San Francisco, CA
Leadership
Nima Ghamsari
(Founder & Head)They studied Computer Science at Harvard before working for 4 years in Business Development and Engineering at Palantir Technologies.
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