Head of Investor Relations
22 days ago
Glasgow
\n Weir UK Hybrid / Remote Purpose of Role\n Join Weir at an exciting time in our growth journey. Reporting to the CFO, the Head of Investor Relations will shape how Weir is understood by investors, analysts and the wider capital markets community. You will lead our investor relations strategy, bringing our purpose, performance and long-term value creation story to life while positioning Weir as a global leader in mining technology for a sustainable future. Working closely with the CFO, CEO and Executive Leadership Team, you will deliver clear, compelling and compliant communications that build confidence in Weir's strategy, financial performance, technology leadership and sustainability ambitions. As a trusted advisor to senior leaders and the Board, you will provide insight into investor sentiment, market expectations and industry trends, helping to strengthen Weir's reputation and relationships across the investment community. Why choose Weir\n Be part of a global organization dedicated to building a better future: At Weir, the growing world depends on us. It depends on us constantly reinventing, quickly adapting and continually finding better, faster, more sustainable ways to access the resources it needs to thrive. And it depends on each of us doing the best work of our lives. It's a big challenge – but it is exciting. \n An opportunity to grow your own way: Everything moves fast in the dynamic world of Weir. This creates opportunities for us to take on new challenges, explore new areas, learn, progress and excel. Best of all, there is no set path that our people must take. Instead, everyone is given the support and freedom to tailor‑make their own career and do the best work of their lives. Feel empowered to be yourself and belong: Weir is a welcoming, inclusive place, where each individual’s contribution is recognized and all employees are encouraged to innovate, collaborate and be themselves. We continually focus on people and their wellbeing. We believe in fairness and choose to be honest, transparent and authentic in everything we do. Key Responsibilities\n \n • Investor Relations Strategy & Value Creation: Lead and execute Weir’s investor relations strategy, ensuring our equity story clearly articulates long-term value creation, financial performance, capital allocation priorities and strategic ambitions. Align all investor engagement with the We are Weir strategy and growth agenda.\n, • Capital Markets Communications & Storytelling: Develop compelling and consistent communications that bring Weir’s purpose, investment case, technology leadership and sustainability impact to life. Translate complex financial, operational and strategic information into clear, investor-relevant messaging that strengthens market understanding and confidence.\n, • Investor & Analyst Engagement: Serve as Weir’s primary relationship lead across the investment community, fostering trusted relationships with institutional investors, sell‑side analysts, proxy advisers and other key stakeholders. Lead the annual engagement program, including results announcements, roadshows, conferences, investor events and shareholder meetings.\n, • Executive Advisory & Market Insight: Act as a trusted adviser to the Board, CEO, CFO and Executive Leadership Team by providing insight into investor sentiment, analyst perspectives, market trends, competitive positioning and shareholder priorities. Help leadership anticipate market reactions and strengthen engagement with the capital markets community.\n, • Governance, Disclosure & Regulatory Excellence: Ensure all external financial communications meet the highest standards of accuracy, transparency and compliance with UK listing and disclosure requirements. Maintain strong governance across market disclosures, investor targeting, consensus management and shareholder feedback processes.\n, • Investor Relations Leadership & Continuous Improvement: Build a high‑performing, insight‑led investor relations function that delivers exceptional support to the business and investment community. Strengthen processes, tools and external partnerships while championing Weir’s values and fostering a culture of professionalism, collaboration and continuous improvement.\n, • Safety First: Demonstrate 100% commitment to our zero harm behaviors in support of our drive towards developing a world class safety culture.\n Job Knowledge/Education and Qualifications\n \n, • Education & Experience: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business, or a related field.\n, • Professional qualifications such as ACA, ACCA, CFA, Treasury, or an MBA are advantageous.\n, • Significant experience in Investor Relations, Equity Research, Corporate Finance, Capital Markets, Strategy, or Financial Communications, ideally within a publicly listed company environment.\n, • Solid understanding of public company reporting, governance, regulatory disclosure requirements, and shareholder engagement.\n, • Proven ability to build trusted relationships with investors, analysts, executive leadership teams, boards, and external advisors.\n, • Advanced financial acumen with the ability to interpret financial performance, valuation drivers, market trends, and investor expectations.\n, • Experience developing investor-facing communications, including earnings materials, presentations, executive briefings, and market announcements.\n, • Experience within industrial, engineering, mining, technology, or sustainability-focused sectors is advantageous.\n Skills & Abilities\n \n, • Exceptional communication and storytelling skills, with the ability to translate complex financial, strategic, and technical concepts into clear and compelling messages.\n, • Sound executive presence and the ability to influence, advise, and build credibility with senior leaders, investors, and other stakeholders.\n, • Highly analytical and commercially minded, with strong judgment and the ability to anticipate investor priorities, market reactions, and emerging risks.\n, • Trusted and discreet, with a commitment to the highest standards of integrity, governance, and transparency when handling confidential and market-sensitive information.\n, • Collaborative and relationship-focused, with the ability to work effectively across functions and build strong partnerships across the organization.\n, • Resilient and adaptable, able to thrive in a fast‑paced environment while balancing multiple priorities and deadlines.\n, • Passionate about purpose‑led leadership and creating long‑term value for shareholders, customers, people, and planet.\n \n Founded in 1871, Weir is a world leading engineering business with a purpose to make mining operations smarter, more efficient and sustainable. Thanks to Weir’s technology, our customers can produce essential metals and minerals using less energy, water and waste at lower cost. With the increasing need for metals and minerals for climate change solutions, Weir colleagues are playing their part in powering a low carbon future. We are a global family of 11,000 uniquely talented people in over 60 counties, inspiring each other to do the best work of our lives. \n For additional information about what it is like to work at Weir, please visit our Career Page and LinkedIn Life Page. \n We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, age, or any other legally protected status. \n #LI-TW1 #LI-remote \n We are Weir. And the growing world depends on us. It depends on us constantly reinventing. Quickly adapting. Continually finding better, faster, more sustainable ways to access the resources it needs to thrive. And it depends on each and every one of us doing the best work of our lives. It's a big challenge – but it's exciting. And it's one we can't wait to be part of. Thank you for your interest in joining us. \n #J-18808-Ljbffr
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