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• Qualified candidate must be able to communicate significance and implications of analysis to senior management
• Have outstanding financial and investment analysis skills
• Clear and thorough understanding of financial modeling used by financial and investment professionals to value an organization's overall effectiveness and performance
• Have outstanding oral and written communication skills and the ability to make presentations
• Possess the ability to network and build relationships internally, as well as with the external financial community 
• Know when to shift direction and when to be persistent  

Skills & Education Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree combined with equivalent years of experience in an IR Leadership role; Master’s degree preferred
• Minimum 8+ years’ experience in a leading Investor Relations position with large corporate or a combination of corporate Inventor Relations and related communications experience with at least 5 years in a senior capacity required in retail industry
• Previous sell and buy-side experience in retail company required
• Formal coursework in advanced financial analysis, accounting practices and presentation techniques preferred

We are an equal opportunity employer dedicated to diversity in the workplace.

Description

The Manager - Investor Relations works under the guidance of the Vice President - Investor Relations and Communications and will serve as a spokesperson to the investment community and the financial media. The Manager - Investor Relations will assist in the planning, development and implementation of a variety of global investor relations programs.

Specific Responsibilities

• Develop messages and materials for investors, analysts, rating agencies and financial media, including press releases, earnings call scripts, road show presentations, executive speeches, media interviews, etc.
  
• Manage investor and financial media events including earnings calls, investment conferences, one-on-one meetings and senior management interviews
  
• Prepare investor meeting and financial media interview briefing materials for senior management
  
• Benchmark company performance (stock price performance, operating statistics, etc.) against peer group
  
• Gather and analyze information regarding major customers, markets, supply/demand dynamics and macroeconomic factors that influence company performance
  
• Track and analyze securities analysts' financial models and research on the company
  
• Gather and prepare information for Board meetings
  
• Identify potential new investors using Thomson One investor database
  
• Pitch financial media on favorable news stories
  
• Support the preparation of S.E.C. filings with the legal and accounting staff
  
• Prepare shareholder base analysis
  
• Ensure compliance with all disclosure rules and regulations, e.g. SEC Regulation FD
  
• Collaborate with business divisions to gain ongoing knowledge of company and industry
  
• Assist other department members with internal/external communications, branding, advertising and select marketing and government relations activities
  

Experience/Skills

• Bachelor's degree in finance or relevant business degree, MBA preferred
• Minimum of five years experience in investor relations for a public company or equivalent capital markets experience
• Excellent writing and presentation skills
• Ability to manage time-sensitive projects through the coordination of multiple resources
• Must work effectively with all levels of organization, external audiences and outside consultants
• Previous energy industry experience preferred but not required
• Strong experience with MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Thomson One and Bloomberg

Disclaimer:

Approach Resources Inc.
Fort Worth, Texas

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

1.      Monitors security analysts’ research and earnings estimates, relative stock price movements and periodic ownership analysis and supports the monitoring of trading data.

2.       Assists in the preparation of SEC filings, publications, presentations and electronic media used in the IR program. Performs the data collection and drafting of those materials in collaboration with the Manager, Investor Relations & Corporate Communications.

3.      Assists in the creation of materials for the Company’s Board of Directors; supports logistics for the Company’s Board of Directors and Committee meetings; maintains Board and Committee meeting minutes and consents.

4.      Collaborates with the Manager, Investor Relations & Corporate Communications on the Company’s website and content, specifically the IR section of the website and archive of historical information.

5.      Collaborates with the Manager, Investor Relations & Corporate Communications in creating and updating IR presentations and other executive management presentations.

6.      Supports Shareholder meeting logistics and materials.

7.      Supports logistics and presentations for IR conferences and roadshows, investor tours and meetings and conference calls, including earnings calls.

8.      Manages and prepares Investor Relations and Legal Department annual budget.

9.      Supports external investor and public relations firms of record, data providers and other external vendors.

10.   Understands in depth the Company’s leaders, culture, strategies and operations.

11.   Performs other related duties as needed.

Experience and Education Requirements:

SUMMARY

Working with general supervision, the Manager of Investor Relations serves as a liaison between the organization and the global investment community. Principle outcomes include effective delivery of pertinent company information in an effort to achieve fair stock valuation. This position will report to the Chief Financial Officer and will work closely with Corporate Communications to ensure that investor and other communications are closely aligned. Associate may interact with his or her supervisor several times a week, perhaps daily, to receive guidance and feedback. Some non-routine activities may require a supervisor’s advance approval.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES*

• Articulate the company’s strategy, financial results, growth opportunities and business initiatives to current and potential shareholders and sell-side analysts.
  
• Develop and maintain working relationships with buy and sell-side analysts, and portfolio managers to sustain the company’s credibility and image with the global investment community.
  
• Understand current market perceptions of the company and anticipate reactions by the investment community to various strategic decisions; provide applicable feedback to senior executives.
  
• Assist in the creation of quarterly earnings materials, including call scripts, Q&A, and press releases.
  
• Plan schedules, create presentation materials and manage logistics for all investor relations events. These include speaking engagements at conferences, investor road shows, shareholder meetings, and other events as directed.
  
• Respond effectively to retail and institutional shareholder inquiries about company and industry matters; Develop active communication channels with all internal departments of GameStop to gain awareness of key developments.
  
• Collaborate with Corporate Communications on external communications to maintain consistent messaging. Ensure all communication is appropriate for external delivery.
  
• Maintain the organization’s investor website, updating it with current and relevant content.
  
• Model the leadership skills expected of all GameStop leaders including, but not limited to, emotional maturity; the ability to create and sustain productive, trusting relationships; agility and flexibility; a commitment to a respectful, inclusive culture; and strong performance and service orientations.

• Building Strategic Work Relationships: Developing/using collaborative relationships to facilitate accomplishment of work goals.
  
• Business Acumen: Using product and industry information to understand and improve business results; understanding major business functions, industry trends, and GameStop’s position to contribute to effective business strategies and tactics.
  
• Compelling Communication: Clearly and succinctly conveying information and ideas to individuals and groups; communicating in a focused and compelling way that captures and holds others' attention.
  
• Executive Disposition: Demonstrating a poised, credible, and confident demeanor that reassures others and commands respect; conveying an image that is consistent with the organization's vision and values.

• Accredited bachelor’s degree in business finance, accounting or related field required
  
• Three or more years of experience in investor relations and/or accounting/ finance in a publicly traded, corporate environment ; additional corporate communications experience preferred

• Proficient networking skills and the ability to confidently communicate with investment professionals
  
• Working knowledge of SEC disclosure requirements
  
• Expert ability to understand and effectively communicate GameStop's business strategy
  
• Working understanding of financial statements and general accounting principles.
  
• Expert knowledge of NYSE rules and regulations
  
• Proficient organizational skills, with the ability to handle multiple, overlapping, and potentially conflicting priorities
  
• Proficient ability to prepare compelling, high-impact presentations for senior organizational leaders, financiers, and other strategic and functional stakeholders and business partners
  
• Possess proficient analytical, problem solving and decision making skills
  
• Ability to positively model the organization’s commitment to integrity, diversity, inclusion, and maintaining a respectful workplace.
  
• Possess the learning capacity to receive and apply cross-functional training; willingness to assist other functions and work groups as needed so the department achieves or exceeds its overall business objectives
  
• Proficient relationship building skills in order to build and leverage cross-functional partnerships within and outside of the organization, and leverage influential leadership
  
• Consistently demonstrates commitment to all statutory and industry requirements, along with GameStop policies and procedures, including but not limited to, attendance, confidentiality, conflict of interest and ethical responsibilities
  
• Proficient ability to communicate effectively with others using spoken and written English
  
• Proficient knowledge of Windows-based business computers and Microsoft Office programs; specifically, Access, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Project and Word