VP, Investor Relations

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Summary:
 

Illumina is seeking a Vice President to lead the company’s Investor Relations program. The VP, Investor Relations will act as Illumina’s primary spokesperson to the investment community, and be responsible for the development, execution, and evolution of a best-in-class IR program.

The successful candidate will be a seasoned Investor Relations professional, with an established reputation of credible, high-quality engagement with financials analysts and investors. The VP, Investor Relations will report to the Chief Financial Officer, and work closely with Illumina’s executive team, including our Chief Executive Officer and Head of Communications.

The position is located onsite at headquarters in San Diego; relocation assistance will be provided for the successful candidate.
 
Responsibilities:

• Act as Illumina’s primary spokesperson to the to the investment community

• Build strong relationships across Illumina to develop and maintain comprehensive knowledge of Illumina’s products, strategy, operations and financial performance, and to accurately represent these to the investment community

• Collaborate with internal teams, including corporate communications, marketing, finance, legal and corporate development, to develop factual and transparent investor messaging

• Ensure IR messaging and positioning is consistent with internal and external communications

• Handle day-to-day inquiries from investors and analysts, ensuring that information provided complies with applicable SEC rules and regulations

• Lead the earnings process including the quarterly earnings release, call script, and Q&A

• Lead the development of content for Investor Days, bus tours, conference presentations and fireside chats; ensure management is well-prepared for all investor events

• Provide counsel to the CEO, CFO, and executive team regarding IR Best Practices

• Provide feedback and insight to management regarding the financial community’s perception of the company and its actions; provide strategic recommendations accordingly

• Partner with the CFO to prepare and deliver communications to the Illumina Board of Directors regarding investor relations strategy, market perception, and shareholder engagement

• Manage and develop Investor Relations team, including Investor Relations Coordinator and Senior Manager, Investor Relations

 
Desired Outcomes:

• Investor relations function is well-organized with disciplined, systematic and proactive investor communications activities

• Successfully build relationships of trust and credibility with the Illumina executive leadership team

• Successfully build a network of relationships within the company and identify compelling examples and stories that resonate with the investment community

• Relationships of trust, confidence and mutual respect are established with all key investors

• Develop a clear, crisp and powerful investor narrative that is well understood in the investment community

• Gather market intelligence and insight that is regularly communicated to the executive leadership team and board of directors

 
Requirements:

• A minimum of 15 years of experience in equity research, market research, investment banking, or investor relations

• Knowledge of the healthcare industry, preferably Life Science Tools and Diagnostics, and a demonstrated ability to ramp quickly on complex scientific subjects

• Proactive and highly collaborative executive who is open to feedback and committed to ongoing personal development

• Dynamic individual who deals well with change, works fast and can deliver results quickly

 
Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance. MBA and/or CFA is preferred.

The estimated base salary range for the VP, Investor Relations role based in the United States of America is: $261,100 - $391,700. Should the level or location of the role change during the hiring process, the applicable base pay range may be updated accordingly. Compensation decisions are dependent on several factors including, but not limited to, an individual’s qualifications, location where the role is to be performed, internal equity, and alignment with market data. Additionally, all employees are eligible for one of our variable cash programs (bonus or commission) and eligible roles may receive equity as part of the compensation package. We offer a wide range of benefits as innovative as our work, including access to genomics sequencing, family planning, health/dental/vision, retirement benefits, and paid time off.

We are a company deeply rooted in belonging, promoting an inclusive environment where employees feel valued and empowered to contribute to our mission. Built on a strong foundation, Illumina has always prioritized openness, collaboration, and seeking alternative perspectives to propel innovation in genomics. We are proud to confirm a zero-net gap in pay, regardless of gender, ethnicity, or race. We also have several Employee Resource Groups (ERG) that deliver career development experiences, increase cultural awareness, and offer opportunities to engage in social responsibility. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to providing employment opportunity regardless of sex, race, creed, color, gender, religion, marital status, domestic partner status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, pregnancy, military or veteran status, citizenship status, and genetic information. Illumina conducts background checks on applicants for whom a conditional offer of employment has been made. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable local, state, and federal laws. Background check results may potentially result in the withdrawal of a conditional offer of employment. The background check process and any decisions made as a result shall be made in accordance with all applicable local, state, and federal laws. Illumina prohibits the use of generative artificial intelligence (AI) in the application and interview process. If you require accommodation to complete the application or interview process, please contact [email protected]. To learn more, visit: https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf. The position will be posted until a final candidate is selected or the requisition has a sufficient number of qualified applicants. This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.