Rakuten Medical · 1 day ago
Associate Director, Corporate Strategy and Investor Relations
San Diego, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
$120K/yr - $150K/yr
4+ years expRakuten Medical, Inc. is a global biotechnology company developing precision therapies. The Associate Director, Corporate Strategy and Investor Relations will be responsible for developing and executing strategies for the company's growth and investor engagement.
BiotechnologyHealth CareMedicalService IndustryTherapeutics
Responsibilities
Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to create cohesive, cross-functional plans aimed at increasing global awareness of the company and its platform
Lead discussions and the development of core materials through the internal review and approval process
Oversee the establishment and maintenance of a database of investors and potential partners and conduct presentations to engage these stakeholders. Lead deal closing activities, including due diligence, negotiating term sheets, and executing necessary agreements
Support the development of both strategic business and tactical plans
Manage and coordinate internal cross-functional teams and external vendors to ensure the integration and consistency of professional business strategies, as well as regulatory compliance of materials
Operate effectively and make quick, decisive actions in a fast-paced, demanding launch environment
Oversee vendors to ensure effective execution of strategic and business objectives
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
At least four years of professional investor relations or corporate development experience, including a minimum of three years in pharmaceutical or medical device product marketing
Minimum of two years of experience in sales or a closely related customer-facing role
Strong abilities in planning and organization
Experience with product pre-launch and/or launch activities
Proven capability to build alignment within teams and across functional areas
Knowledge of regulations and standards relevant to pharmaceutical products
Demonstrated analytical skills
Excellent communication, collaboration, presentation, and interpersonal skills
Experience managing multiple external agencies, including those specializing in market research, advertising, digital, and both external and internal partnerships
Strong project and process management skills, including the ability to manage multiple projects, set priorities, and meet deadlines
Ability to work effectively in complex and rapidly changing environments
Solid financial and business acumen with an analytical mindset
Willingness and ability to travel approximately 25% internationally on behalf of the company
Preferred
MBA preferred
Benefits
Flexible time off
Stock options
401k
Medical
Dental
Vision plans
Company
Rakuten Medical
Rakuten Medical is a biotechnology company developing investigational cancer therapies based on its proprietary Alluminox platform.
51-200 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2023 (2)
2021 (1)
2020 (2)
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$837.59MKey Investors
TaiAxAMEDGeneral Catalyst
2026-01-07Series F· $100M
2025-06-04Grant
2024-03-06Series E· $119M
Leadership Team
C
Carlos A. Garcia
Chief Technical Officer
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