Our work is guided by our purpose: creating an energy-resilient world for a better future. This purpose embodies the legacy we bring with more than 100 years as the global leader in energy resilience delivering solutions critical to sustain and improve life.
Our teams have the opportunity to provide a critical resource energy that ensures safety security and independence for people around the world. Our team members are focused on pushing boundaries continuing to innovate in an ever-changing landscape and keeping up with the pace required to create solutions for todays world demands.
Our product range includes engines generators power conversion UPS systems EV components and electrification solutions microgrid controls and management and clean energy solutions that serve a broad spectrum of OEM residential industrial and commercial customers. At Rehlko you have the freedom to identify create and deliver solutions large and small that help people and communities thrive in the moments that matter.
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What We Offer
At Rehlko our Total Rewards programs are designed to accelerate growth energize performance and support a culture of inclusion at every stage of life and work. We offer total rewards that are easily understood recognize results enable career mobility and reflect our commitment to valuing diverse needs in a fast-moving world. We provide:
Competitive compensation and benefits
Work-life flexibility
Recognition and rewards
Development and career opportunities
A safe and inclusive workplace
Why You Will Love this Job
Location: Hybrid (3 days in office) in Glendale WI
The Vice President of Investor Relations (VP IR) will build and lead the Companys investor relations function from the ground up and serve as the primary interface between the Company and the investment community. This role is critical to successfully establishing a credible disciplined and value-accretive investor narrative maintaining existing relationships and leading the possible transition of the Company from private ownership to the public markets.
Targets:
Strengthening existing relationships with investment community including debt providers private equity ownership and limited investment partners.
Leadership of investment optionality assessment and project management.
Successful completion of IPO if deemed primary path with on-time compliant IR readiness milestones
Post-IPO stabilization and credibility in first 24 quarters as a public company
Growth in high-quality long-term institutional ownership (% of float)
Improvement in shareholder diversification and reduced ownership concentration risk
Relative valuation performance vs. peer group (EV/EBITDA P/E FCF yield)
Successful build-out of IR team within planned timeline and budget
Establishment of scalable IR processes and systems
Specific Responsibilities:
IPO & Capital Markets Readiness
Lead all investor relations workstreams related to IPO execution including:
Equity story development and messaging framework
S-1/registration statement drafting support (business narrative KPIs risk factors coordination)
Analyst education and investor targeting strategy
Roadshow preparation investor materials and Q&A development
Partner with the CFO legal banking syndicate and external advisors throughout the IPO process.
Establish public-company-ready disclosure practices and communication cadence.
Investor Communications & Messaging
Own the Companys equity story investment thesis and long-term value creation narrative.
Partner closely with Chief Brand Officer on aligned strategic messaging and delivery to employees and the investment community.
Prepare and manage all external investor communications including:
Earnings releases scripts and supplemental decks
Quarterly earnings calls and investor Q&A
Investor presentations fact sheets and IR website content
Ensure consistent compliant and transparent communication across all investor touchpoints.
Investor & Analyst Engagement
Serve as primary point of contact for institutional investors sell-side analysts and proxy advisory firms.
Build and maintain strong relationships with:
Long-only institutional investors
Key sell-side research analysts
Existing shareholders (pre- and post-IPO)
Plan and execute investor days non-deal roadshows (NDRs) conferences and targeted investor meetings.
Implement shareholder analytics tools and monitor activism risk.
Governance Compliance & Risk Management
Ensure compliance with SEC disclosure requirements Reg FD and evolving ESG reporting standards.
Partner with legal and compliance teams to establish public-company governance practices.
Develop crisis communication protocols for market volatility activist campaigns and reputational risks.
Internal Alignment & Leadership
Educate executives and Board on investor expectations disclosure obligations and earnings call best practices.
Align IR strategy with finance legal marketing and operations for consistent messaging.
Build and lead a high-performing IR team and scalable processes.
IR Infrastructure & Team Build-Out
Build the investor relations function from scratch including:
Hiring and developing IR talent within company job architecture
Selecting and implementing IR systems and tools (CRM targeting web earnings prep)
Establishing internal processes calendars and controls
Market Intelligence & Feedback Loop
Monitor investor sentiment trading dynamics peer performance and valuation drivers.
Provide regular feedback to executive leadership and the Board on:
Shareholder base evolution
Market perception and concerns
Relative valuation and investor positioning
Support capital allocation messaging M&A communications and strategic initiatives.
Requirements:
12 years of experience in investor relations equity capital markets investment banking or equity research
Bachelors degree is required
Direct experience taking a private company public (IPO)
Proven experience building an investor relations function from scratch
Deep understanding of:
Equity markets and institutional investor behavior
Financial statements KPIs and valuation methodologies
SEC disclosure and public company governance
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
Strong executive presence with the ability to engage credibly with investors analysts and Board members
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience in a PE-backed company transitioning to public markets
Prior sector experience relevant to the Companys industry
Existing relationships with institutional investors and sell-side analysts
MBA or CFA strongly preferred
About Us
Rehlkoproudly offers a rich history steeped in creativity and commitment to our associates and communities along with competitive benefits and PurposeCreating an energy resilient world for a better futureand Values: Curiosity Trust Pace and Excellence are important cultural components that shape the way we work and relate to one another. Learn more about Rehlko at addition to the investment in your development Rehlko offers a benefits package including a competitive salary health vision dental 401(k) with Rehlkomatching and more!
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Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
It is the policy of Rehlko to comply with all applicable provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and corresponding national state local or other applicable laws. Rehlko will not discriminate against any qualified associate or applicant with respect to any terms privileges or conditions of employment because of a persons physical or mental disability. Rehlko will provide a reasonable accommodation to associates or applicants with disabilities in accordance with applicable laws. If you have a disability and require an accommodation in the application process or during the course of employment please contact Rehlko is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
Our Values
Curiosity Seek learn share
Trust Go farther together
Pace Focus to go faster
Excellence Find the win every day
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