Manager, Investor Relations

Scorpion Therapeutics; Lexington (MA); On-site; USD 149,000 - 158,000; Full time

Job summary

Kiniksa Pharmaceuticals is seeking a Manager of Investor Relations in Lexington, MA. This role involves supporting investor communications and analytics, collaborating with various internal teams, and contributing to investor relations strategies.

The candidate must possess strong communication skills, a Bachelor's degree, and at least 3 years of relevant experience. The position emphasizes ownership of key responsibilities within a high-accountability team structure, making it essential for an individual to thrive in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of relevant experience in investor relations or financial communications.
• Experience in the life sciences industry is a plus.
• Ability to synthesize qualitative and quantitative data.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the implementation of an IR program.
• Support message development for educating capital markets.
• Assist in preparing investor materials like presentations and press releases.
• Monitor sell-side consensus and equity research models.
• Track investor sentiment and changes in the shareholder base.
• Manage relationships with third-party service providers.
• Support digital IR strategy and content consistency.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Capital markets comprehension

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree

MBA or advanced degree

Tools

IR analytics platforms (e.g., Nasdaq IR Insight)

Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Excel)

Job description

Kinitsa Pharmaceuticals is a commercial‑stage biopharmaceutical company developing and commercializing novel therapies for diseases with unmet need, with a focus on cardiovascular indications. With deep expertise in immunology and inflammation, Kinitsa is advancing a growing portfolio of approved and investigational medicines, anchored by its lead product, ARCALYST®, the first and only FDA‑approved therapy for recurrent pericarditis. Grounded in rigorous science and bold innovation, the company fosters a highly collaborative, patient‑first culture led by accomplished life sciences leaders. At Kinitsa, talented individuals are trusted and empowered to make a real impact—shaping the future of medicine while improving the lives of patients who need it most.

Kinitsa Pharmaceuticals is seeking a Manager of Investor Relations, reporting to the Director of Investor Relations. The Manager of Investor Relations will serve as a core contributor across significant recurring Investor Relations workstreams, including materials development, investor analytics, sell‑side engagement, and stakeholder communications. This role will collaborate internally with a team that includes clinical, commercial, finance, marketing, and legal functions to help develop and communicate Kinitsa’s business principles, corporate vision, financial performance, and value creation strategy.

This role is based in our Lexington office and requires an onsite presence five days per week to support our commitment to seamless partnership, timely decision‑making, and high‑impact execution.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the implementation of an IR program that is aligned with the company’s strategy and goals;
• Support message development aimed at educating the capital markets on Kinitsa’s corporate strategy, execution, opportunity set, and potential risks;
• Assist in the preparation and maintenance of core messaging materials, including investor presentations, press releases, call scripts, and Q&A documents;
• Monitor sell‑side consensus and analyze individual equity research models and valuation frameworks among Kinitsa’s covering analysts;
• Track and provide feedback on changes to the shareholder base, investor sentiment, peer performance, and capital markets trends;
• Research and maintain a prioritized institutional investor target list, including investment style profiling, contact prioritization and tracking, and CRM management;
• Track investor interactions and prepare executive‑level briefing materials for key spokespeople in support of a high impact calendar (e.g., investor conferences and roadshows, scientific/medical meetings, quarterly earnings, etc.);
• Manage relationships and workstreams with third‑party service providers;
• Understand innovative and best‑in‑class IR strategies and tactics through peer and industry benchmarking;
• Support digital IR strategy, including maintenance of the IR website, investor‑facing social media channels, and online financial data accuracy; ensure all digital content is consistent with approved corporate messaging.

Standout Skills for Impact

• The investor relations function at Kinitsa is a lean, high‑accountability team. The Manager, Investor Relations, serves as the operational engine of the function. A successful candidate is one who takes genuine ownership of execution quality and consistency, iterates thoughtfully and quickly, and can thrive in a fast‑paced environment;
• Comprehension of capital markets, public company disclosures, and financial reporting;
• Excellent communication skills, including writing and editing, with the ability to craft concise and accurate presentations;
• Robust attention to detail and strong research/analytical skills with the ability to thoughtfully synthesize qualitative and quantitative concepts into clear, decision‑ready insights.

Qualifications and Experience

• Requires a Bachelor's degree (MBA or other advanced degree a plus) with 3+ years of relevant experience in investor relations or financial communications (within the life sciences industry a plus);
• Experience with IR analytics platforms (e.g., Nasdaq IR Insight, FactSet/Irwin, AlphaSense, etc.);
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office PowerPoint and Excel;
• Ability to work well across functional areas, manage evolving priorities, and enjoy a fast‑paced, unpredictable environment;
• High degree of intellectual curiosity about the biopharma sector; genuine interest in understanding the science, the competitive landscape, and the investment thesis, not just the communications function.

Compensation decisions are based on objective criteria including role responsibilities, experience/qualifications, internal equity, geographic location, and external market benchmarks.

Pay Range

$149,000 - $158,000 USD

Kinitsa is an Equal Opportunity employer and will consider you without regard to your race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender status, age, genetics, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status, or any other legally protected category. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.