Head of Global Investor Relations
Arlington, TX - USA
Job Summary
Fluence (Nasdaq: FLNC)is a global market leader delivering intelligent energy storage and optimization software for renewables and storage. Our solutions and operational services are helping to create a more resilient grid and unlock the full potential of renewable portfolios. With gigawatts of successful implementations across nearly 50 markets we are transforming the way we power our world for a more sustainable future. For more information please visit.
Job Description:
Role Overview
Fluence is seeking a Head of Industrial Relations to our dynamic organization. Reporting directly to our Chief Financial Officer this role will serve as a senior leader within the IR function and act as a key partner to the executive leadership team Finance Legal Accounting FP&A Corporate Communications and business unit leaders.
The Head of Industrial Relations will help shape and execute Fluences investor relations strategy lead core IR workstreams manage critical components of the quarterly earnings process and represent the company with investors analysts banks and other capital markets stakeholders. This role requires strong financial acumen public-company judgment executive presence and the ability to translate complex financial strategic and operational information into clear compelling messaging for the investment community.
Key Responsibilities
Investor Relations Strategy & Narrative
- Lead the development and execution of key components of Fluences investor relations strategy in alignment with the companys growth objectives financial priorities and external positioning.
- Own and refine the companys investor narrative ensuring messaging is clear consistent data-driven and aligned with executive leadership priorities.
- Serve as a senior internal advisor on investor perspectives market expectations analyst sentiment and potential investor reaction to business performance strategic decisions and external announcements.
- Partner with the VP of IR CFO and executive leadership to prepare investor messaging leadership briefing materials talking points and external communication themes.
- Develop executive- and board-level materials summarizing investor feedback shareholder trends analyst views market activity and implications for Fluences positioning.
Earnings Disclosure & Capital Markets Execution
- Lead the planning and execution of the quarterly earnings process including timeline management cross-functional coordination earnings materials executive scripts Q&A preparation disclosure review and post-earnings investor follow-up.
- Partner closely with Finance Accounting Legal FP&A Corporate Communications and business leaders to ensure investor communications are accurate timely consistent and compliant with SEC disclosure requirements Reg FD and public-company governance expectations.
- Own preparation of investor-facing materials including earnings presentations investor decks conference materials roadshow materials fact sheets analyst materials and leadership briefing documents.
- Support capital markets activity strategic transactions and other high-impact initiatives by developing investor messaging market analysis and executive-ready materials.
- Establish and improve IR processes tools reporting calendars and operating rhythms to increase consistency quality and scalability across the IR function.
Investor & Analyst Engagement
- Serve as a senior representative of the Investor Relations function with institutional investors sell-side analysts banks and other capital markets stakeholders.
- Develop and manage the annual investor engagement strategy and calendar including roadshows conferences investor meetings analyst touchpoints and targeted shareholder outreach.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with institutional investors sell-side analysts and external capital markets partners.
- Manage inbound investor and analyst inquiries ensuring timely accurate and high-quality responses aligned with approved messaging and disclosure requirements.
- Partner with the VP of IR and CFO to prepare executives for investor meetings analyst calls conferences earnings calls and other external engagements.
- Capture synthesize and communicate investor feedback to senior leadership to inform messaging strategy and market positioning.
Market Intelligence & Executive Advisory
- Lead market intelligence efforts including monitoring shareholder base analyst sentiment peer performance trading activity industry trends macroeconomic developments and capital markets activity.
- Provide regular insights and recommendations to the CFO VP of IR and executive leadership regarding investor sentiment market perception peer positioning and emerging risks or opportunities.
- Analyze analyst reports investor feedback peer disclosures valuation trends and market developments to identify themes that may affect Fluences external narrative and investor confidence.
- Develop recurring reporting for senior leadership on investor activity analyst views shareholder composition peer performance and capital markets trends.
- Advise senior leaders on how company performance strategic decisions financial results and external developments may be perceived by investors and analysts.
Cross-Functional Leadership
- Lead cross-functional IR workstreams across Finance Accounting FP&A Legal Corporate Communications Strategy and business units.
- Influence stakeholders across the organization to ensure alignment accuracy and readiness for investor-facing communications.
- Serve as a trusted partner to senior leaders by bringing strong judgment discretion financial expertise and external market perspective.
- Manage external partners vendors consultants surveillance providers conference organizers and other IR-related resources as needed.
- Lead coach or coordinate direct or indirect resources supporting IR deliverables as applicable.
Required Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelors degree in Finance Economics Business Accounting or related field required; MBA CFA or CPA preferred.
- At least 15 years of sophisticated global financial experience with 8 years of relevant experience in Investor Relations Investment Banking Equity Research Buy-Side or Sell-Side Analysis Corporate Finance Capital Markets or a related public-company environment.
- Experience leading Investor Relations in a publicly traded renewables organization or adjacent industry.
- Demonstrated experience supporting or leading public-company earnings cycles investor communications financial messaging and executive-level preparation.
- Strong understanding of SEC reporting Reg FD disclosure controls financial reporting capital markets and public-company communication standards.
- Experience engaging directly with institutional investors sell-side analysts banks and/or other capital markets stakeholders.
- Strong financial analysis skills including the ability to interpret financial statements operating metrics valuation trends analyst models and peer performance.
- Demonstrated ability to translate complex financial strategic and operational information into clear compelling investor-facing messaging.
- Executive presence sound judgment discretion and confidence to engage credibly with senior leaders investors analysts and external stakeholders.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with strong attention to detail accuracy and consistency.
- Ability to lead cross-functional workstreams influence without authority and manage time-sensitive deliverables in a fast-paced public-company environment.
- High level of integrity business judgment and professionalism when handling confidential market-sensitive and regulated information.
- Ability to travel for investor meetings conferences roadshows and other external engagements as needed.
Our Culture
At Fluence our culture is the foundation that drives our ambitious growth strategy and fuels our mission to transform the future of energy. Our core cultural pillars empower us to innovate collaborate and lead with purpose ensuring we continue to deliver unparalleled value to our customers and the world.
Unleash Voices
We believe every voice matters. We encourage openness active listening and decisive action to create a culture where everyone has the opportunity to contribute to our success. We foster an environment where diverse perspectives are heard and valued driving innovation and progress.
Customer Fluent
Our customers are at the heart of everything we do. Were committed to delivering exceptional value that exceeds expectations by understanding our customers needs and adapting swiftly to meet them. Our deep focus on customer satisfaction drives us to continuously improve and innovate.
Infinite Impact
We are committed to creating the impossible. We push boundaries to deliver sustainable game-changing solutions that shape a brighter more energy-efficient future for all. Our team is passionate about making a lasting impact that will resonate for generations to come.
All In
We are all in for growth. Our teams are relentlessly focused on identifying and seizing opportunities that propel us forward. We embrace an ownership mindset pushing ourselves and each other to accelerate progress and create lasting success.
Equal Opportunity Employer
At Fluence we believe great teams are built on a collaborative and connected culture. Were proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcome qualified applicants of all backgrounds. Employment decisions are made without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation national origin age disability veteran status gender identity or expression genetic information or any other status protected by law.
Work Authorization
To join our team youll need to be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application and throughout your employment without the need for employer sponsorship. Please note that Fluence does not sponsor work visas for this position.
Required Experience:
Director
About Company
Fluence is a global market leader in energy storage products and services, and cloud-based software for renewables and storage assets.