Ligand Pharmaceuticals
Director, Investor Relations
Ligand Pharmaceuticals, San Diego, California, United States, 92189
Director, Investor Relations
reports directly to the CEO and works closely with the CFO and is responsible for assisting with the development and implementation of a successful investor relations strategic plan for the Company, will interact on regular basis with the executive team and be responsible for the day to day management. Provides critical leadership and information to help build awareness and understanding of the Company's objectives, strategies and achievements among key audiences.
Essentials for Working at LigandLigand is a dynamic, fast-paced organization committed to creating shareholder value through developing and acquiring royalty revenue generating assets and coupling them to a lean corporate cost structure. To be successful at Ligand, employees must be innovative, efficient, versatile, self-starters who take great pride in their work and want to contribute to something significant.
Essential Role ResponsibilitiesAssist in developing and implementing the Company's investor relations corporate communications planIdentifying and building relationships with targeted institutional investors and analystsCreate and manage a strong reputation by demonstrating consistent and clear communication between internal and external parties.Developing written communications such as press releases, presentations and obtaining management/legal approvals as appropriateSchedule conference calls, webcasts and managing face-to-face interaction with the financial community during investment conferences, road shows and the Company's analyst day and stockholder meetingsDevelop and propose short- and long-term goals for the Investor Relations function in accordance with overall Company strategiesProviding accurate, consistent and timely responses to all external inquiries from investors, analysts and media. Maintain knowledge of, and complying with, all relevant legal, regulatory and professional standardsAssist in managing the overall content of the Company's website, Intranet and social media postingsActively participate, develop and support the Company's ESG initiatives, activities and programs
Non-essential Role Responsibilities IncludeManaging and optimizing the network of suppliers that provide investor relations tools and resources to the CompanyPromote company culture and participate in employee activitiesTravel will be requiredOther duties as required
Minimum RequirementsBachelor's degree required and/or Master's degree preferred in communications, business and/or a relevant scientific disciplineEight - twelve years of relevant experience managing investor relations and corporate communications programs in a public biotech or pharmaceutical companyExtensive experience working with executive management, superior skills in financial analysis, oral and written communication and relationship buildingStrong proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint and technically savvy in social media including X (formerly Twitter), LinkedInStrong understanding of SEC laws and securities disclosure requirements, as well as filing requirementsAbility to present and respond to questions about complex scientific and clinical dataOutstanding organizational skills and attention to detailStrong knowledge and fluency in the biotechnology industry matters
Benefits and CompensationCompensation
Salary. Range, dependent on experience: $185,000 - $215,000 yearly.Annual incentive bonusGenerous equity package
Benefits
The company offers competitive benefits including flexible work schedule, medical, dental, vision, Short/Long term disability and life insurance, as well as 401(k) match, Stock Options, Bonus, and paid time leave.
Additional InformationAll new hires are required to go through a background and reference checkLigand is an EEO/AA/Disability/Vets employerMust be legally authorized to work in the US without sponsorshipLigand celebrates the diversity of life and welcomes all individuals to apply
Ligand, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants due to race, ethnicity, gender, veteran status, or on the basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.
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reports directly to the CEO and works closely with the CFO and is responsible for assisting with the development and implementation of a successful investor relations strategic plan for the Company, will interact on regular basis with the executive team and be responsible for the day to day management. Provides critical leadership and information to help build awareness and understanding of the Company's objectives, strategies and achievements among key audiences.
Essentials for Working at LigandLigand is a dynamic, fast-paced organization committed to creating shareholder value through developing and acquiring royalty revenue generating assets and coupling them to a lean corporate cost structure. To be successful at Ligand, employees must be innovative, efficient, versatile, self-starters who take great pride in their work and want to contribute to something significant.
Essential Role ResponsibilitiesAssist in developing and implementing the Company's investor relations corporate communications planIdentifying and building relationships with targeted institutional investors and analystsCreate and manage a strong reputation by demonstrating consistent and clear communication between internal and external parties.Developing written communications such as press releases, presentations and obtaining management/legal approvals as appropriateSchedule conference calls, webcasts and managing face-to-face interaction with the financial community during investment conferences, road shows and the Company's analyst day and stockholder meetingsDevelop and propose short- and long-term goals for the Investor Relations function in accordance with overall Company strategiesProviding accurate, consistent and timely responses to all external inquiries from investors, analysts and media. Maintain knowledge of, and complying with, all relevant legal, regulatory and professional standardsAssist in managing the overall content of the Company's website, Intranet and social media postingsActively participate, develop and support the Company's ESG initiatives, activities and programs
Non-essential Role Responsibilities IncludeManaging and optimizing the network of suppliers that provide investor relations tools and resources to the CompanyPromote company culture and participate in employee activitiesTravel will be requiredOther duties as required
Minimum RequirementsBachelor's degree required and/or Master's degree preferred in communications, business and/or a relevant scientific disciplineEight - twelve years of relevant experience managing investor relations and corporate communications programs in a public biotech or pharmaceutical companyExtensive experience working with executive management, superior skills in financial analysis, oral and written communication and relationship buildingStrong proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint and technically savvy in social media including X (formerly Twitter), LinkedInStrong understanding of SEC laws and securities disclosure requirements, as well as filing requirementsAbility to present and respond to questions about complex scientific and clinical dataOutstanding organizational skills and attention to detailStrong knowledge and fluency in the biotechnology industry matters
Benefits and CompensationCompensation
Salary. Range, dependent on experience: $185,000 - $215,000 yearly.Annual incentive bonusGenerous equity package
Benefits
The company offers competitive benefits including flexible work schedule, medical, dental, vision, Short/Long term disability and life insurance, as well as 401(k) match, Stock Options, Bonus, and paid time leave.
Additional InformationAll new hires are required to go through a background and reference checkLigand is an EEO/AA/Disability/Vets employerMust be legally authorized to work in the US without sponsorshipLigand celebrates the diversity of life and welcomes all individuals to apply
Ligand, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants due to race, ethnicity, gender, veteran status, or on the basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.
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