Director, Investor Relations

Albany International Corporation•Portsmouth, NH

59d•Onsite

About The Position

Albany's corporate Finance team is seeking a Director of Investor Relations. Reporting to the CFO, you will be responsible for directing communication activities between the organization and our financial stakeholders, implementing communication strategies that enhance the company's reputation and promote investor confidence, supporting Albany's financial and strategic goals. This position serves as the primary liaison between the company and its investors, analysts, and financial media, ensuring transparent, consistent, and strategic communication of the company's financial performance, business strategy, and market positioning. This person should possess excellent communication skills, the ability to partner and work cross-functionally in a multi-facet organization, and set a high bar for themselves. If you thrive in a collaborative environment, and jump at the opportunity to take on new challenges, then this is a great role for you. Albany International Corp. is a global advanced textiles and materials processing company. The products and technologies help make paper smoother, tissue softer, and aircraft engines and structures lighter. The company has 2 core businesses, The Machine Clothing (MC) segment -is the world's leading producer of custom-designed fabrics and belts essential to production in the paper, nonwovens, and other process industries and Engineered Composites (EC) is a rapidly growing supplier of highly engineered composite parts for the aerospace industry.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business, Economics, or related field; MBA or CFA preferred.
8+ years of experience in investor relations, corporate finance, equity research., or investment banking.
Strong understanding of financial statements, markets, valuation methodologies, capital markets and public company reporting.
Exceptional communication and presentation skills.
Proven ability to build trust and credibility with investors and senior leadership.
Strong analytical and strategic thinking capabilities.
Experience in a publicly traded company.

Nice To Haves

Experience in manufacturing
Familiarity with SEC filings and regulatory requirements.
Proficiency in financial modeling and analysis tools.
Track record of successful investor engagement and capital markets strategy.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment.

Responsibilities

Plans investor outreach initiatives to strengthen relationships, promote engagement, and facilitate capital raising.
Develop and manage all investor-facing communications, including earnings calls, investor presentations, press releases, and annual reports.
Manage the investor relations section of the corporate website and ensure timely updates.
Prepare quarterly earnings materials, including press releases, investor presentations, and Q&A documents.
Collaborate with executive leadership to craft and deliver a compelling investment narrative aligned with the company's strategic goals.
Provide strategic input to senior leadership on investor feedback and market perceptions.
Maintain relationships with analysts, institutional investors, and other stakeholders.
Monitor market trends, peer performance, and investor sentiment to inform internal strategy and messaging.
Build and maintain strong relationships with institutional investors, analysts, and rating agencies.
Ensure compliance with SEC regulations and other financial disclosure requirements. Partner with Legal and Finance teams to manage public filings and disclosures.
Organize and lead investor events such as roadshows, investor days, and conferences.
Work closely with Finance, Legal, Communications, and Strategy teams to ensure alignment and compliance with SEC regulations and accurate public disclosures.