Manager, Investor Relations

We are seeking a Manager of Investor Relations/Public Relations who will support the development of strategy and lead the execution of Investor Relations and Public Relations. Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer and working closely with the Chief Financial Officer, this individual will be responsible for driving the tactical execution of our communications plan day-to-day and ensuring that all investor- and public-facing activities align with corporate priorities. This is a hands-on role for a detail-oriented professional who can manage multiple projects, coordinate with external agencies, and maintain consistent messaging across all platforms.

Responsibilities:

• Partner with the Leadership Team, Scientific Leaders, and the Finance team to support the development and lead the execution of the IR/PR program to enhance the perception, awareness, and visibility of Laxxon Medical within the investment, biotechnology/pharmaceutical, and broader public communities.

• Oversee the external IR agency and key vendor relationships to streamline communications and maximize service delivery.

• Draft and edit investor presentations, press releases, conference scripts, earnings decks, and Q&A documents related to Laxxon’s corporate goals.

• Serve as a contact and resource for fielding investor and analyst calls and information requests, in compliance with company policies and securities regulations.

• Monitor partner program announcements to keep disclosures up to date.

• Prepare investor presentations, press releases, conference call scripts, earnings decks, press releases, and Q&A documents related to corporate and product milestones.

• Coordinate content updates on the corporate and IR websites, ensuring accurate, up-to-date materials are continually posted and refreshed.

• Own and manage the company’s LinkedIn and social media presence, including content development, posting cadence, and audience engagement.

• Monitor industry news, competitor activity, and market trends to proactively identify opportunities for content, announcements, or thought leadership.

• Track investor conference calendar and organize, plan, and attend (as needed) conferences, non-deal roadshows, other speaking engagements, and investor meetings.

• Maintain a tracking system for all investor and investor-banking meetings and interactions.

• Analyze the shareholder base and provide insights and recommendations to inform an investor-targeting strategy.

• Support the tracking and analysis of messaging quality by maintaining dedicated analyst models.

• Support the development and execute a comprehensive public relations strategy to build and strengthen Laxxon Medical's brand reputation among media, industry stakeholders, patient advocacy groups, and the general public.

• Support integrated marketing initiatives to ensure brand consistency across all corporate collateral, digital platforms, and industry events, reinforcing Laxxon Medical’s value proposition to clinical and commercial stakeholders.

• Cultivate and maintain relationships with key media contacts, journalists, and industry publications to secure positive coverage and manage the Company's public narrative across print, digital, and broadcast channels.

• Serve as a communications liaison during crisis situations, coordinating rapid-response messaging and media relations to protect and preserve the Company's public image and reputation.

• Partner with the Executive Team to prepare leadership for media interviews, public speaking engagements, and thought leadership opportunities that elevate the Company's profile in the biotechnology and pharmaceutical industries.

• This role does not currently include direct people management but is responsible for managing external partners and cross-functional workflows.

Qualifications:

• A bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Business Administration, or a pharmaceutical or technology-related field; an advanced degree or APR certification is a plus.

• 5–7 years of experience in Investor Relations, Public Relations, or Corporate Communications.

• Prior experience in Investor Relations and/or Public Relations working with a publicly traded biopharmaceutical, healthcare, or medical technology company.

• Familiar with the requirements of Reg FD and the regulatory framework under Securities law, as well as familiarity with PR ethics standards and media law.

• Excellent written, verbal, interpersonal, and social media skills, with the ability to generate clear, accurate, and compelling investor and public-facing materials and engagingly deliver our messages across diverse audiences.

• Demonstrated experience developing and executing media relations strategies, including managing press outreach, securing earned media coverage, and handling crisis communications.

• Experience interacting with internal and external stakeholders, including investors, analysts, journalists, patient advocacy groups, and industry organizations.

• Confidence in communicating with sophisticated investors, Company executives, the scientific community, and the media.

• A highly motivated individual who can successfully work independently in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment with the ability to prioritize and multitask.

• Expert in Microsoft Office Suite and website CMS platforms (e.g., WordPress). Proficiency with PR/media monitoring tools (Cision, Meltwater) and AI tools for workflow optimization.

• A working knowledge of PR and media monitoring software, including Cision and Meltwater, to track and analyze brand impact.

• Strong organizational, planning, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality.

• Ability to travel up to 20%.