Senior Investor Relations Manager

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Are you actively looking for a new opportunity? Or would you just like to find out more about the market? Well... you might be in the right place!

We are looking for a Senior Investor Relations Manager to join our North American team. The Investor Relations service plays a crucial role in supporting Lightspeed's engagement with the investor community, developing and maintaining financial models, coordinating with analysts, and effectively communicating the company's business strategy and financial objectives. This position involves close collaboration with the executive team, institutional investors, and sell-side analysts, while working closely with Lightspeed's FP&A, financial reporting, and legal teams. The main responsibilities include managing the investor relations website, preparing presentations for events such as conferences, quarterly reports, webcasts, and podcasts, as well as updating the consensus estimates model.

What you will do

• Collaborate with financial analysts to maintain consensus estimates and present Lightspeed's economic model and financial objectives; take charge of the results publication process, be responsible for the investor relations press release, results statement, annual report, and quarterly projects
• Collaborate with the executive team and serve as the liaison with institutional investors
• Track and compare Lightspeed's key performance indicators with those of comparable publicly traded companies each quarter to evaluate Lightspeed's performance against these companies
• Work closely with cross-functional teams (FP&A) to respond to requests and develop appropriate documentation based on the company's needs
• Manage and develop Excel models for Lightspeed and comparable and competitive companies (Shopify, Toast, Square); be able to exert a great deal of influence on decision-making at the highest level by preparing presentations for the executive team and formulating strategic recommendations based on market comparables
• Negotiate contracts on behalf of Lightspeed and serve as the main point of contact for our investor relations partners
• Manage and update Lightspeed's investor relations website
• Participate in organizing events such as podcasts, webcasts, and conferences to communicate Lightspeed's strategy and outlook to the investor community
• Collect and analyze reports from approximately 20 analysts covering the company to provide post-results updates on key metrics, price targets, ratings, and model changes
• Distribute quarterly reports and press releases to news agencies and website administrators, as well as

What you must bring

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, economics, or finance
• At least 5 years of experience in a similar position
• Professional designations, or in the process of obtaining the CFA and/or CPA
• Ability to develop and update complex financial models, reports, and presentations
• In-depth knowledge of the income statement, balance sheet, and cash flow statement, as well as forecasts for Lightspeed and its main competitors
• Proficiency in financial software (FactSet, Excel add-ins) and ability to quickly communicate financial database information to stakeholders
• Knowledge of stock evaluation indicators, including EV/EBITDA, EV/revenue, EV/gross margin, and DCF
• Strong writing and financial communication skills
• As a global company with employees and customers outside of Quebec, proficiency in English as a working language is required for this position

We know that people are not defined by their CV. If you're not sure if you have the right profile for the position... click the "Apply" button and give it a try!

Embrace change: You can enjoy:

• A flexible work environment that will allow you to give your best
• A culture that celebrates performance
• The opportunity to have an impact within a large enough team to grow professionally, but agile enough for your voice to be heard
• Opportunities that will shape your career
• Not to mention benefits designed to promote your happiness, health, and well-being:
• Flexible paid time off and remote work policies
• Employee stock options, because it's also your company
• Contributions to your retirement plan, because your future matters to us
• Opportunities for training to develop your skills and career
• A health and wellness allowance to feel at the top of your game
• Paid time off for volunteering and getting involved in your community
• Interest groups, ranging from employee-led groups to sponsored sports teams
• A computer purchase program to acquire your personal MacBook
• An enhanced parental leave policy to support families that are growing

Accelerate your growth. Find your team.

At Lightspeed, your growth is our priority. We invest in you through continuous learning opportunities, international mobility, and benefits designed to support you, all within a motivated, diverse, and inclusive team passionate about our communities' success.

Please note that we ask candidates to disclose any criminal convictions, and we conduct a background check as part of our hiring process for this position.

Lightspeed is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an inclusive and barrier-free workplace.

Lightspeed welcomes and encourages applications from individuals with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates who participate in all aspects of the selection process.

About us

Powering the businesses that drive the world's economy, Lightspeed's all-in-one commerce platform helps retailers innovate to simplify, adapt, and deliver exceptional customer experiences. Our cloud-based solution transforms and unifies online and offline operations, omnichannel sales, expansion with new locations, international payments, financial solutions, and supplier network connections.

Founded in Montreal, Canada, in 2005, Lightspeed is listed on both the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: LSPD) and the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX: LSPD). With teams in North America, Europe, and the Asia-Pacific region, the company serves businesses in the retail, restaurant, and golf sectors in over 100 countries.

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