Full-Time

WEBTOON] Investor Relations Manager

Updated on 2/22/2025

Wattpad

Wattpad

1,001-5,000 employees

Digital platform for storytelling and content sharing

Consumer Software
Social Impact
Entertainment

Compensation Overview

$95k - $140kAnnually

Mid, Senior

Los Angeles, CA, USA

This is a hybrid position, which implies that the candidate will need to work in-office some days.

Category
Corporate Finance
Finance & Banking
Required Skills
Financial analysis
Excel/Numbers/Sheets
PowerPoint/Keynote/Slides

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Degree
Experience
Requirements
  • 3–5 years of experience in investor relations, equity analysis, or financial analysis
  • Strong understanding of equity markets, valuation methods, and analysts' models
  • Exceptional written, oral, and presentation skills, paired with strong quantitative and analytical abilities
  • Proficient in financial statement analysis, with high attention to detail
  • Advanced skills in Excel and PowerPoint
  • Solid project and time management abilities, with a knack for managing up effectively
  • Possesses a self-starter mentality and the ability to operate with minimal guidance
  • Excellent collaboration and communication skills across cross-functional teams
  • Comfortable thriving in a dynamic, fast-paced, and high-pressure environment
Responsibilities
  • Create exceptional first impressions for investors through professional and effective communication
  • Respond to and prioritize investor inquiries, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and confidentiality
  • Support the development of clear and compelling investor messaging aligned with the company’s strategic goals
  • Assist in the preparation and management of earnings releases, Q&A drafts, and leadership scripts
  • Prepare timely reports for senior leadership, including stock performance analysis, peer benchmarking, analyst research, investor feedback, and consensus Model(based on the analyst Model) updates
  • Monitor analyst coverage, competitor analysis, and industry trends to inform IR strategy
  • Revenue and profitability forecasting aligned with External Model
  • Ad-Hoc analysis based on the COO/CFO, VP of IR and Chief of Staff’s request
  • Design, maintain, and improve investor relations presentations and collateral
  • Help manage and update the Investor Relations section of the corporate website
  • Organize and execute investor engagement activities, including conferences, roadshows, and small group meetings
  • Manage event logistics, including briefing materials and deliverables
  • Build strong relationships with key internal teams (finance, legal, marketing, communications, etc.) to enhance understanding and execution of company initiatives
  • Support ad hoc projects, strategic finance initiatives, and other analysis as needed
  • Develop and maintain productive relationships with third-party vendors and service providers

Wattpad connects a global community of 90 million readers and writers through storytelling. It provides a digital platform where users can create, share, and discover stories. Writers can showcase their work, while readers can find new and engaging content. Wattpad operates on a multifaceted business model that includes advertising, premium subscriptions, and content monetization. Users can access a free version supported by ads or choose a premium subscription for an ad-free experience and extra features. The platform also partners with entertainment companies to adapt popular stories into books, movies, and TV series through Wattpad Studios, allowing writers to reach wider audiences. Additionally, Wattpad Books publishes popular stories from the platform, helping writers transition from digital to traditional publishing. Wattpad's goal is to support diverse voices and foster original storytelling in the digital content and entertainment market.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

Acquired

Total Funding

$114.6M

Headquarters

Toronto, Canada

Founded

2006

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Increased demand for short-form content aligns with Wattpad's Tap product offering.
  • Growing popularity of webcomics presents expansion opportunities for Wattpad in Asian markets.
  • OTT platforms' need for original content drives partnerships for Wattpad Studios adaptations.

What critics are saying

  • Executive turnover may lead to instability in leadership and strategic direction.
  • Platform's ban in Turkey could impact user growth and global engagement metrics.
  • Departure of former CFO Dan Budlovsky could disrupt financial planning and stability.

What makes Wattpad unique

  • Wattpad connects 90 million global readers and writers through a unique storytelling platform.
  • Wattpad Studios adapts popular stories into books, movies, and TV series, expanding reach.
  • Wattpad Books publishes platform stories, supporting diverse voices in traditional publishing.

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Benefits

Competitive salary

Full health benefits

Career development & mentorship opportunities

RRSP matching

Generous parental leave

Flexible hours

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Nov 8th, 2024
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SpaceQ
Aug 6th, 2024
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