Investor Relations Manager

Location: Houston, TX (In-office position)

(H1B Visa sponsorship available)

About Beyond International:

Beyond International is a fast-growing international investment firm that connects high-net-worth investors with appealing alternative investments in the United States and Canada. As a market leader in creating and managing custom investment funds, we grew by focusing on opportunities that larger companies did not always represent. Our investors have come to rely on us for our sustainable inflation-beating returns, income-producing potential, and liquidity. We aim to make the markets more transparent, risk more controllable, and portfolio design more efficient to help our investors grow and preserve their wealth.

Role Description

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Investor Relations Manager to join our team in Houston, TX. This is a full-time, on-site role, perfect for a driven professional who excels in fostering relationships and expanding market reach.

Key Goals:

• Strategic Expansion: Spearhead efforts to refine and expand our firm's reach across Houston and Texas, developing and executing strategic sales plans.
• Team Leadership: Build and mentor a high-performing sales team, fostering a culture of excellence and collaboration.
• Local Sales Strategy: Craft and implement localized sales strategies to generate revenue and enhance market presence.
• Collaboration: Work closely with our investment and marketing teams to ensure a cohesive approach in targeting and securing potential investors.
• Investor Engagement: Lead the sales team in creating seamless processes for prospecting, contacting, and engaging potential investors. Address their concerns and queries promptly to secure deals and ensure exceptional investor satisfaction and loyalty.

Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as a primary point of contact for investment fund raising, investor inquiries and requests, ensuring timely and professional responses.
• Prepare and distribute investor communications, including pitch deck, corporate presentation, reports, and fund performance updates.
• Assist in the coordination and execution of fundraising activities, including drafting marketing materials and supporting investor meetings.
• Maintain investor databases and ensure accuracy of investor records and contact information.
• Collaborate with internal teams, including finance, legal, and investment professionals, to gather information and fulfill investor requests.
• Monitor industry trends and competitor activities to provide insights and recommendations for enhancing investor relations strategies.
• Support the development and implementation of investor events and conferences.

What It Takes to Succeed:

• Strong desire to build and maintain investor relationships and expand business visibility and opportunities.
• Self-starter with a competitive drive and initiative.
• Exceptional customer service skills, going above and beyond to "wow" investors.
• Natural curiosity with a keen interest in learning about investor businesses and needs.
• Effective communicator with integrity and honesty in all interactions.
• Team-oriented, understanding the importance of collaborative success.
• Excellent organizational skills, able to manage time effectively and execute plans diligently.
• Committed to personal and professional growth, seeking more than just a job.
• Lots of energy to follow up with key relationships.
• “Get it Done” attitude.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in finance, business administration, or a related field.
• Hunter mentality with core values in EOS
• Experience fundraising on the equity or debt side
• Ability to manage and grow relationships with elite individuals
• Articulate and able to get your point across in a persuasive and enthusiastic manner.
• 3+ years of experience in investor relations, real estate, investment banking, or a related field.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to effectively interact with investors and internal stakeholders.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines simultaneously.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.
• Knowledge of private equity and alternative investments preferred.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a collaborative team environment.

Benefits:

• Opportunities for professional development and growth within an inclusive team environment.
• Employment Type: Full-time; H1B Visa sponsorship available.
• 100% company-paid employee medical, dental, vision, and life insurance on your first day of work, (spouse and dependents are subsidized at 50%)
• PTO (vacation and sick)
• 401(k) with Enhanced Employer Safe Harbor match
• 10 paid holidays in a year.
• Professional membership reimbursement
• Cell phone/technology reimbursement