Job Description

Company Description
Zymeworks is a publicly listed (NASDAQ:ZYME) clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company dedicated to the discovery, development and commercialization of next-generation, biospecific and multifunctional biotherapeutics, initially focused on the treatment of cancer. Zymeworks\' suite of complementary therapeutic platforms and its fully-integrated drug development engine provide the flexibility and compatibility to precisely engineer and develop highly-differentiated product candidates.

Why Work With Us

Nothing is more critical to our success than the quality of our team. The work we do is meaningful and impactful - we care about each other as well as the patients we serve. We offer challenging career opportunities, competitive benefits and an environment that recognizes and rewards performance.

Zymeworks is seeking a highly-motivated professional who is looking to grow their career with our company. The Investor Relations Analyst will be involved in multiple Investor Relations (IR) and communications activities. They develop or seek to develop a deep and strategic understanding of Zymeworks\' business, industry, and competitors, and work directly with senior executives and Wall Street analysts. The IR Analyst enables the team to scale Zymeworks activities, reach more investors, and increase the productivity of our management and C-suite executives. As a small team, the IR Analyst will have the opportunity to work with a diverse group internally across a growing biotech company and grow as the role and company expand.

This position will report to the Associate Director, Investor Relations and can be based in Vancouver, BC or Seattle, WA.

Zymeworks is proudly headquartered in our brand new, net-zero facility located in the vibrant Main St biotech hub of Vancouver, BC, with operations in Seattle, WA and Dublin, Ireland. We offer a hybrid work environment with most team members working in-office three days per week.

Key Responsibilities

• Seen as a subject matter expert in Zymeworks\' technology and science and integrates this knowledge to improve existing and IR systems and initiatives
• Collaborates with peers and competitors to generate competitive intelligence for IR and C Suite
• Assists in the quarterly earnings process including overall messaging development, data collection and generation, scripts, Q&A, and conference call
• Generates investor relations reports and helps build out earnings infrastructure as the company moves towards potential commerciality
• Maintains competitive peer analysis, including the development of industry and peer company performance benchmarks.
• Prepares IR and Executives to meet investors with appropriate materials and context
• Plans and assists with investor meeting logistics and other corporate access events.
• Develops strategies and implement programs to keep the financial community current on company performance and industry trends.
• Manages sell-side analyst models and monitor consensus vs. our forecast.
• Tracks investor base and aid in targeting efforts to appropriate investors, to expand and maintain key ownership positions.
• Tracks and develops annual IR and communications budget materials

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor\'s degree in business or related field; advanced degree is preferred
• 2+ years\' experience in investment banking, private equity, equity research, corporate development, investor relations or similar field.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered

Skills and Abilities

• High level of attention to detail, organizational skills, and a commitment to accuracy
• High proficiency in Microsoft office, with emphasis on powerpoint and excel
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and ability to communicate with external parties
• Strong analytical skills with experience and fluency in creating financial models and performing financial analysis
• Highly collaborative orientation, identifying, consulting, and partnering with others internally and externally to meet department, division, and company objectives.
• Excellent customer service skills with a proactive, problem-solving approach. An ability to function professionally and pleasantly during periods of high stress.
• A willingness to take initiative and the ability to make thoughtful and timely decisions.
• Proven interpersonal skills with the ability to work collaboratively as a member of a cross-functional team. Outstanding oral and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with MS Office and SharePoint, including strong experience and familiarity with Outlook. Experience with Mac operating systems an asset.
• Embody and champion Zymeworks\' values: Act with Integrity. Collaborate. Care.
• Adhere to the highest degree of professional standards and strict confidentiality on matters that require discretion.

Total Rewards

We offer a comprehensive total rewards package, which includes competitive salaries, generous benefits, an outstanding work environment, and excellent opportunities for professional growth. We regularly benchmark our compensation against leading biotechnology companies in our geographies.

Our team enjoys:

• Industry leading vacation and paid time off
• Excellent health and wellness benefits
• Zymelife health and wellness benefits
• Paid time off to volunteer in your community
• Matching RRSP / 401K program
• Employee Share Purchase Program
• Employee Equity Program

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin or disability.

NOTE TO AGENCIES: Zymeworks values our relationships with our recruiting partners. We only accept resumes from those partners who have been contracted with us. Zymeworks is not responsible for any fees related to resumes that are unsolicited or are received without contract.

Date: Mar 3, 2023

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