VP, Investor Relations

ArcTern Ventures; New York (NY); On-site; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Unlimited PTO

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid parental leave

Retirement plans

Job summary

Palmetto, a consumer energy platform based in New York City, seeks a Vice President of Investor Relations to lead investor communications and engagement. You will translate strategy and performance into clear, credible messaging and act as a trusted advisor to the leadership team.

You will own Palmetto's investor narrative, coordinating with the CFO/CEO and board to prepare for investor meetings, conferences, and capital raises, while managing relationships with investors and analysts.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in Investor Relations or related field.
• Experience owning investor-facing messaging.
• Able to distill complex information into clear narratives.

Responsibilities

• Manage all investor communication and reporting across equity and debt investors
• Own Palmetto's investor strategy end-end
• Prepare investor materials: pitch decks, investor presentations, FAQs, and leadership talking points
• Lead the development of investor-facing narrative, framing, and messaging
• Serve as the primary point of contact for investors and external market participants
• Attend investor conferences and represent the company in meetings and events
• Develop and own proactive relationships with sell-side analysts and relevant members of the investment community
• Partner closely with the Founder/CEO, and CFO to prepare for investor meetings, conference, and capital raise processes
• Provide insights to leadership and the Board on investor sentiment, market perception, and peer activity
• Engage cross-functionally with FP&A, Legal, etc. to ensure accuracy, consistency, and alignment in all investor materials
• Support capital raises, financing events, and major corporate milestones, including investor diligence and messaging

Skills

Executive presence

Strong written communication

Strong verbal communication

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance or related field

MBA or similar (preferred)

Job description

Company Description

Palmetto is a consumer energy platform that provides homeowners with a single destination to discover, purchase, finance, install, monitor and manage home energy products and services. By offering one integrated platform across solar, battery storage, HVAC, heat pumps and more, Palmetto helps homeowners make home energy more affordable, reliable and accessible. Today Palmetto serves hundreds of thousands of homeowners, across 30+ states, building the operating infrastructure for the consumer energy transition, one home at a time.

Our employees are our most valuable resource. We foster a promote-from-within culture that prioritizes talent development, career growth, and purpose-driven work. Palmetto offers a comprehensive benefits package—including unlimited PTO, medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid parental leave, retirement plans, and more—so you can have it all both personally and professionally. Palmetto prioritizes people, planet, and profit—backed by a culture that values collaboration, impact, and balance. Join us in building a brighter, cleaner world.

Location

This position will be based in New York City.

Reporting

This position will report to the Chief Financial Officer and partners closely with the Founder & CEO and Board of Directors.

Summary of Role

Palmetto is seeking a Vice President of Investor Relations to own and lead all investor communication and engagement for the company. This role will serve as the primary bridge between Palmetto and its investors, capital partners, and the broader investment community. This role will own Palmetto's investor narrative, translating strategy, performance, and long-term value creation into clear, compelling, and credible messaging, and acts as a trusted advisor to the leadership team on how the company is positioned externally.

Strategic & Tactical

• Manage all investor communication and reporting across equity and debt investors


• Own Palmetto's investor strategy end-to-end


• Own the preparation of investor and capital raise materials, including pitch decks, investor presentations, FAQs, and leadership talking points


• Lead the development of investor-facing narrative, framing, and messaging


• Serve as the primary point of contact for investors and external market participants


• Attend investor conferences and represent the company in meetings and events


• Develop and own proactive relationships with sell-side analysts and relevant members of the investment community


• Partner closely with the Founder/CEO, and CFO to prepare for investor meetings, conference, and capital raise processes


• Provide insights to leadership and the Board on investor sentiment, market perception, and peer activity


• Engage cross-functionally with FP&A, Legal, etc. to ensure accuracy, consistency, and alignment in all investor materials


• Support capital raises, financing events, and major corporate milestones, including investor diligence and messaging

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Business, Communications, or related field; advanced degree (MBA or similar) preferred


• 10+ years of experience in Investor Relations, Corporate Finance, Investment Banking, Equity Research, or related field


• Demonstrated experience owning investor-facing messaging and senior-level communications


• Executive presence and credibility in high-stakes, external-facing conversations


• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to distill complex information into clear narratives

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Palmetto embraces diversity and is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.

To ensure a fair evaluation, we may use AI to assist in sorting applications, but all final decisions are made by our hiring team and no candidate dispositions are automated. We will keep your information on file for four years from the date of your application. For detailed information about how we handle your data and our use of AI, please review our full privacy policy.

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