Western Alliance Bank · 16 hours ago
Investor Relations Manager
Phoenix, AZ
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
5+ years expWestern Alliance Bank is a wholly owned subsidiary of Western Alliance Bancorporation. They are seeking an Investor Relations Manager to support the development and execution of the bank’s Investor Relations program, focusing on shareholder engagement and strategic finance initiatives.
BankingFinanceFinancial Services
Responsibilities
Responsible for the tactical execution of the Bank’s investor relations, and partners with the Investor Relations and Corporate Development Director on the development of the Bank’s strategic initiatives around M&A, corporate development and planning, and strategic finance initiatives. Execute the creation of and provide ongoing input into Western Alliance’s messaging and publications to the investment community. Support the bank’s investor relations endeavors by supervising and performing analytical workstreams underlying those materials. Conduct research into key market, investor, and industry trends, and developing insightful discussion materials for senior leaders and the Board of Directors
Support WAL’s cultivation of relationships with current, new, and prospective investors, equity research analysts, and internal stakeholders. Conduct analyses to identify opportunities to target new investors and increase existing ownership. Attend and provide guidance on key sell-side analyst-sponsored conferences and investor meetings. Plan and execute investor engagement activities and represent Investor Relations, as requested
Analytically evaluate corporate finance alternatives (as requested), such as capital management actions (dividend, share repurchases), and liaise with the broader Finance organization. Provide guidance to senior leaders on implications of competitive actions of peer banks, drivers of stock price and market valuations, and capital markets and industry trends
In support of WAL’s annual Strategic Plan process, conduct critical analyses and research into key economic, industry, and regional bank competitive trends to support development of Board materials. Facilitate internal discussions with WAL business heads to ensure alignment between corporate strategy and functional areas. Research and evaluate proposed business growth opportunities
Qualification
Required
5+ years of related experience
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or other relevant field from a four-year college or university required
Intermediate-to-advanced knowledge of banking, including understanding of bank products, services, and regulations, policies and procedures, with an emphasis in lending practices and underwriting, deposit markets, and various credit markets for commercial and industrial lending, commercial real estate, and various niche markets
Intermediate-to-advanced knowledge of investor relations activities and securities related regulations
Excellent oral, written and interpersonal communication skills
Excellent analytical and organization skills
Intermediate-to-advanced knowledge of spreadsheets and data mining/gathering
Intermediate-to-advanced computer skills including Microsoft office, financial reporting/accounting software
Preferred
Master's degree in business, accounting, finance, or similar is beneficial
Professional certification as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Financial Modeling and Valuation Analyst (CFMV), or similar certification are desirable
Benefits
Medical and dental insurance
Time off
Great 401k matching program
Tuition assistance program
Employee volunteer program
Wellness program
Company
Western Alliance Bank
Western Alliance Bank is a banking firm that offers commercial and business banking solutions.
Founded in 1994Phoenix, Arizona, USA
1001-5000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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2025 (42)
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2021 (13)
2020 (10)
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$400M2025-11-19Post Ipo Debt· $400M
2005-06-30IPO
Leadership Team
Tim Boothe
Chief Operating Officer
Barbara Kennedy
CHRO, EVP
Recent News
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