Job Summary

The Chief Investment Relations Officer (CIRO) will lead investor engagement, fundraising strategy, and capital communications across BaRupOn's growing portfolio. This executive role will shape financial narratives, manage investor relationships (VCs, PE firms, family offices), support capital raises, and represent the company at investor events, conferences, and in due diligence discussions. The CIRO will ensure investor transparency, maximize value communication, and align investment messaging across all business units.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a strategic investor relations plan aligned with growth and capital needs
• Manage investor communications, quarterly updates, roadshows, and digital investor portals
• Lead capital raise initiatives (Series A/B/C, infrastructure financing, debt placement, etc.)
• Maintain and expand relationships with institutional investors, venture capital, and private equity firms
• Prepare investor materials: pitch decks, term sheets, performance reports, and press releases
• Monitor capital market trends and investor sentiment to guide funding strategy
• Represent BaRupOn in investor meetings, earnings briefings, and high-stakes negotiations
• Collaborate with legal and finance teams to manage disclosures, financial reporting, and compliance

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's in Finance, Business Administration, or Economics (MBA preferred)
• 10+ years of experience in investment relations, corporate finance, or private equity fundraising
• Demonstrated success managing multi-round capital raises, investor targeting, and retention
• Familiarity with energy infrastructure, biotech, advanced manufacturing, or regulated industries
• Exceptional communication, storytelling, and presentation skills for high-level audiences
• Experience working with CRMs, data rooms, and investor reporting tools (Carta, Affinity, HubSpot, etc.)

Preferred Skills

• Experience leading IR functions in high-growth, cross-sector companies
• Knowledge of SEC guidelines, Reg D offerings, and public/private placement rules
• Track record of supporting IPOs, SPACs, or institutional fund partnerships
• Strong network in venture, institutional, or impact investing circles

Benefits

• Executive salary and capital performance bonus
• Equity participation or profit-sharing incentives
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid time off, executive coaching support, and investor event travel coverage