Investor Relations Manager

Rocketlab; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Top tier medical HMO

Dental and vision coverage

Paid parental leave

401(k) retirement plan with company match

Discounted employee stock purchase program

Job summary

Rocketlab is seeking an Investor Relations Manager to engage investors and analysts based in Long Beach, CA. This role requires exceptional communication skills and strategic thinking to convey the company's performance and vision.

The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of corporate experience, preferably in investor relations or similar fields. Responsibilities include supporting IR presentations and managing communications with stakeholders.

A competitive salary range of $100,000 to $150,000 is offered, alongside various benefits including health coverage and a robust rewards program.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of corporate experience required.
• Investor relations or investment management experience preferred.
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally, up to 25%.

Responsibilities

• Communicate strategic initiatives and long-term vision to investors.
• Support quarterly earnings and IR presentations.
• Analyze financial models to evaluate the company.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Exceptional communication skills

Attention to detail

Quantitative analysis

Education

Bachelor’s in a business or economics discipline

Master’s degree

Tools

MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)

IR Insight by Nasdaq

Job description

ABOUT ROCKET LAB

Rocket Lab is an end-to-end space company delivering responsive launch services, complete spacecraft design and manufacturing, payloads, satellite components, and more – all with the goal of opening access to space. The rockets and satellites we build and launch enable some of the most ambitious and vital space missions globally, supporting scientific exploration, Earth observation and missions to combat climate change, national security, and exciting new technology demonstrations.

Our Electron rocket has become the second most frequently launched U.S. rocket annually and has delivered more than 230 satellites to orbit, all while we work to develop Neutron, our upcoming medium‑lift, reusable launch vehicle for larger constellation deployment. Our Space Systems business designs and builds our extensive line of satellites, payloads, and their components, including spacecraft that have been selected to support NASA missions to the Moon and Mars and components used on the James Webb Space Telescope.

FINANCE

Rocket Lab’s Finance team is responsible for all financial transactions for the company, operating as a well‑oiled machine to maximize the value of our work. Our Finance team are made up of planners, analysts and accountants, and manage our policies, compliance, and reporting. They’re the ones who keep our financial operations in check, always thinking ahead and taking care to meet all of our financial, business, and government obligations. They’re attentive, diligent, and meticulous, and are mission‑critical to Rocket Lab.

INVESTOR RELATIONS MANAGER

As an Investor Relations Manager based at Rocket Lab’s Long Beach site, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the company’s engagement with investors and analysts. You will ensure Rocket Lab’s financial performance, strategic initiatives, and long‑term vision are communicated effectively, fostering relationships within the investment community. In this role, you will focus on aligning the company’s strategy, growth opportunities, and business objectives with clear, consistent messaging that drives understanding and support among investors and analysts.

To excel in this position, you must be a strategic thinker with exceptional communication skills, meticulous attention to detail, and the ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment.

WHAT YOU’LL GET TO DO

• Build a deep understanding of Company’s strategy, market position, operating initiatives and financial outlook and, over time, communicate directly with institutional shareholders.
• Support quarterly earnings and other IR presentations, including drafting communication and preparing external earnings materials.
• Provide recommendations on communications and outbound marketing.
• Collaborate with marketing and public relations teams to ensure that consistent messaging is presented to analysts, institutional investors, and individual shareholders.
• Understand, monitor, and analyze financial models used by analysts to value/evaluate the company.
• Manage IR databases and CRM tools, including IR Insight by Nasdaq.
• Assist in managing investor relations marketing activities including conferences, road shows and investor meetings.
• Execute ad‑hoc requests from senior leaders.

YOU’LL BRING THESE QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s in a business or economics discipline.
• 5+ years of corporate experience. Investor relations, investment management or equity research experience preferred.
• Quantitative and financial modeling experience a must.
• Ability and willingness to travel both domestically and internationally, as this position could require up to 25% travel.

THESE QUALIFICATIONS WOULD BE NICE TO HAVE

• Master’s degree.
• Strong MS Office skills (Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, Word and SharePoint Designer).
• Experience with IR Insight by NASDAQ.
• High energy and a strong work ethic, outstanding communications and interpersonal skills and a deep knowledge of business and finance.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Self‑starter with top‑notch organizational skills.
• Ability to multitask and work effectively under daily time constraints and in a fast‑paced environment.
• Detail oriented with strong organizational skills. Ability to follow through on multiple concurrent tasks.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

This position may require prolonged periods of sitting, standing, walking, computer work, and occasional exposure to moderate levels of noise, dust, and fumes in production areas.

SALARY AND BENEFITS

Base pay range (CA only): $100,000 – $150,000 USD.

Base salary is just one component of our total rewards package. Employees may also receive company equity and a robust benefits package including top tier medical HMO, PPO & a 100% company‑sponsored medical HSA plan option, dental and vision coverage, 3 weeks paid vacation and 5 days sick leave per year, 11 paid holidays per year, flexible spending and dependent care savings accounts, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and access to a 401(k) retirement plan with company match. Other perks include discounted employee stock purchase program, subsidized EV charging stations, onsite gym, food and drinks, and other discounts.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

FOR CANDIDATES SEEKING TO WORK IN US OFFICES ONLY: To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), Rocket Lab Employees must be a U.S. citizen, lawful U.S. permanent resident (current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State and/or the U.S. Department of Commerce, as applicable.

Rocket Lab provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment at Rocket Lab, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for the application/interview process for a job in the United States should contact Giulia Johnson at [e-mail]. This dedicated resource is intended solely to assist job seekers with disabilities whose disability prevents them from being able to apply/interview. Only messages left for this purpose will be considered. A response to your request may take up to two business days.

FOR CANDIDATES SEEKING TO WORK IN NEW ZEALAND OFFICES ONLY

For security reasons, background checks will be undertaken prior to any employment offers being made to an applicant. These checks will include nationality checks as it is a requirement of this position that you be eligible to access equipment and data regulated by the United States’ International Traffic in Arms Regulations.

Under these Regulations, you may be ineligible for this role if you do not hold citizenship of Australia, Japan, New Zealand, Switzerland, the European Union, or a country that is part of NATO, or if you hold ineligible dual citizenship or nationality.