Director, Investor Relations

IQM Quantum Computers•California, CA

About The Position

IQM is a global leader in designing, building, and selling superconducting quantum computers. IQM provides both on-premises full-stack quantum computers and a cloud platform to access its computers anywhere in the world. IQM customers include the leading high-performance computing centres, research labs, universities and enterprises which have full access to IQM's software and hardware.  IQM has over 300 employees with offices in Finland, Germany, France, Spain, Poland, Italy, Singapore, South Korea, Japan and the US. www.meetiqm.com The Director, Investor Relations leads and develops the company’s internal IR function, serving as the primary point of contact for the global investment community. Operating in a fast-paced, international environment, the role combines strategic insight, analytical rigor, and sound judgment to influence key stakeholders and support the organization’s long-term success. Working closely with the VP of Strategy & Corporate Development and the CEO, the role plays a central part in shaping the company’s capital markets strategy, narrative, and external positioning.

Requirements

Min. 7+ years of progressively responsible experience in investor relations, sell-side research, or investment banking; IPO experience is a major plus.
Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (Finance, Economics, Business, Law, Communications, Physics, Engineering); advanced degree or certification preferred
Strong understanding of U.S. regulatory and compliance frameworks (Reg FD, SEC disclosure requirements, NASDAQ standards), corporate finance principles, financial accounting, and IR best practices
Advanced analytical capabilities, including valuation methodologies, financial modeling, and the ability to interpret market data, analyst research, and competitive intelligence.
Proven ability to manage highly sensitive material nonpublic information with discretion, integrity, and sound judgment.
Willingness and ability to travel internationally as required.
Demonstrated ownership, accountability, and ethical decision-making in high-visibility environments.
Proven ability to build and maintain trusted relationships within the global investment community and influence senior, high-profile stakeholders.
Experience mentoring and developing team members, fostering a high-performing IR function.
Outstanding written and verbal communication skills with exceptional command of English.
Confident and credible public speaker, capable of engaging investors, analysts, senior leadership, and boards.
Ability to translate complex technical and financial concepts into clear, compelling narratives tailored to sophisticated investor audiences.
Strong strategic and analytical thinker, capable of generating actionable insights from financial, market, and competitive data.
Comfortable operating in fast-paced, high-stakes environments, navigating ambiguity and balancing financial, regulatory, and strategic considerations simultaneously.
Intellectual curiosity and willingness to deeply engage in emerging technologies; experience in Quantum Computing and/or AI highly desirable.
Ability to synthesize research into thematic content and thought leadership that strengthens the company’s equity story.
Skilled in developing high-impact IR materials, presentations, and stakeholder-specific communications.

Nice To Haves

IPO experience is a major plus.
advanced degree or certification preferred
experience in Quantum Computing and/or AI highly desirable.

Responsibilities

Lead the development and execution of a comprehensive global Investor Relations strategy, positioning the company strongly within the international investment community and shaping its overall capital markets trajectory.
Support and drive IPO readiness and execution, and subsequently build and evolve a best-in-class IR function aligned with the requirements of a publicly traded company.
Serve as the primary point of contact for investors and analysts, building, expanding, and actively managing a high-quality institutional investor base, with particular emphasis on the US and Europe.
Own and lead the quarterly earnings process, including development of financial press releases, investor presentations, conference call scripts, Q&A materials, and related communications.
Shape and continuously refine the company’s equity story, leveraging market intelligence, analyst research, and competitive insights to strengthen investor education, thought leadership, and narrative consistency.
Systematically monitor market data, analyst coverage, competitive positioning, and sell-side consensus models, translating insights into actionable recommendations for executive leadership.
Drive strategic investor marketing and engagement efforts, including conferences, non-deal roadshows, analyst days, and company-hosted events, ensuring high-impact institutional targeting while optimizing management’s time.
Ensure best-in-class financial reporting, disclosures, and governance standards, working closely with Finance, Legal, and Compliance.
Oversee consistent and compelling investor communications across all channels, in partnership with Corporate Communications & Marketing.
Manage relationships with external IR advisors, PR agencies, research analysts, investment banks, and IR platforms, ensuring alignment and maximum strategic value.
Lead and mentor IR team members, fostering a high-performing, analytically rigorous, and strategically aligned function.