Director of Investor Relations

Hippo Insurance; San Francisco (CA); Hybrid; USD 220,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Director of Investor Relations to drive strategic communication and foster relationships with investors. This pivotal role involves managing investor inquiries, preparing financial reports, and ensuring compliance with regulatory guidelines. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in financial markets and corporate finance, along with exceptional communication skills to convey complex data clearly. Join a forward-thinking company that values innovation and provides a supportive work environment where your contributions can make a significant impact on the future of home protection.

Benefits

100% Employer-Covered Dental & Vision Plans

401(k) Retirement Plan

Short & Long-Term Disability

Employer-Paid Life Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Equity Compensation

Training and Career Growth Opportunities

Flexible Time Off

12 Weeks of Parental Leave

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in investor relations or equity research.
• Strong understanding of financial statements and capital markets.

Responsibilities

• Lead the IR function and strategy, cultivating relationships with investors.
• Prepare earnings releases, investor presentations, and financial reports.

Skills

Investor Relations

Financial Markets

Corporate Finance

Excellent Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Analytical Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Finance

MBA or Advanced Degree

Job description

San Francisco Bay Area, CA / Austin, TX / Bedminster, NJ (Hybrid)

Title: Director, Investor Relations

Location: San Francisco Bay Area, CA / Austin, TX / Bedminster, NJ (Hybrid)

Reporting to: Chief Financial Officer

About Hippo:

Our mission is to deliver intuitive and proactive protection for homeowners, combining the power of technology with a human touch.

Hippo built the world’s first home protection platform. We believe that insurance should protect your home and the things you treasure with policies designed for modern lives and proactive protection that helps you care for your home. Our aim is to help you avoid issues before they become costly problems because the best claims experience is the one you don’t have. Simply put, Hippo exists to protect the joy of homeownership.

About The Role:

Hippo is seeking a Director of Investor Relations to lead the IR function and strategy, cultivate strong relationships with investors, analysts, and stakeholders, and effectively communicate the company’s financial performance, strategic initiatives, and market position. The ideal candidate has deep expertise in financial markets, corporate finance, and communications.

What You’ll Do:

• Maintain strong relationships with equity research analysts to facilitate analyst coverage
• Manage investor targeting efforts to attract and retain high-quality institutional investors
• Respond to investor inquiries and provide timely, relevant, and accurate information
• Prepare and oversee the creation of earnings releases, investor presentations, financial reports, and other related materials
• Coordinate and manage quarterly earnings calls, investor conferences, and roadshows
• Monitor market trends, shareholder sentiment, competitor activities, and industry developments to provide strategic insights to executive leadership
• Partner with Legal to ensure compliance with SEC regulations, stock exchange listing requirements, and other relevant regulatory guidelines

Must Haves:

• 10+ years of prior investor relations or equity research experience
• Bachelor's degree in finance, Accounting, or Business
• Insurance industry background and experience
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to translate complex financial data into clear, compelling narratives
• Strong understanding of financial statements, valuation models, and capital markets
• Ability to work well cross-functionally with other teams in the company, such as FP&A, Accounting, Legal, etc.
• Ability to influence and provide recommendations to the executive leadership team and Board of Directors
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships with investors, analysts, and internal stakeholders is required
• (preferred) Possess a strong network of investment community relationships, including investors, analysts, rating agencies, and financial media
• Willingness to travel, when necessary

Nice To Have:

• Investment banking and/or corporate finance experience
• Experience working in a high-growth or startup environment
• MBA or another advanced degree

Benefits and Perks:

• Healthy Hippos Benefits: Multiple medical plans to choose from and 100% employer-covered dental & vision plans for our team members and their families. We also offer a 401(k)-retirement plan, short & long-term disability, employer-paid life insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for health and dependent care, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Equity: This position is eligible for equity compensation
• Training and Career Growth: Training and internal career growth opportunities
• Flexible Time Off: You know when and how you should recharge
• Little Hippos Program: We offer 12 weeks of parental leave for primary and secondary caregivers
• Hippo Habitat: Snacks and drinks available and catered lunches for onsite employees

The SF Bay Area base pay range for this role is $220,000 - $280,000. Exact compensation may vary based on several job-related factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to: skill set, experience, education/training, location, business needs, and market demands.

Hippo is an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to building a team culture that celebrates diversity and inclusion.

Hippo’s applicants are considered solely based on their qualifications, without regard to an applicant’s disability or need for accommodation. Any Hippo applicant who requires reasonable accommodations during the application process should contact the Hippo’s People Team to make the need for an accommodation known.