Senior Manager, Investor Relations (San Diego/Hybrid)

What if the work you did every day could impact the lives of people you know? Or all of humanity?

At Illumina, we are expanding access to genomic technology to realize health equity for billions of people around the world. Our efforts enable life-changing discoveries that are transforming human health through the early detection and diagnosis of diseases and new treatment options for patients.

Working at Illumina means being part of something bigger than yourself. Every person, in every role, has the opportunity to make a difference. Surrounded by extraordinary people, inspiring leaders, and world changing projects, you will do more and become more than you ever thought possible.

Position Summary:

The Senior Manager, Investor Relations leads and oversees execution of Illumina’s investor relations activities, partnering closely with executive management to deliver consistent, high-quality engagement with the investment community. The role oversees IR initiatives across earnings, investor engagement, market and shareholder analysis, and external partnerships, while providing direction, prioritization, and oversight across the IR team. This position bridges execution and strategy by translating financial performance, market dynamics, and investor feedback into insights that inform management discussions and support effective investor communications.

*This is a full-time role, Monday through Friday, with an expectation of 2-3 in-office days per week and additional on-site presence as needed. Relocation assistance is available and should be completed within a six (6) month period or a mutually agreed upon time.

Responsibilities:

IR Deliverables

• Lead cross-functional execution of earnings, investor days, and other major investor-facing deliverables
• Lead development of financial content, executive remarks, presentations, Q&A, and supporting materials
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align and approve materials prior to release
• Oversee accurate and timely publication of IR materials to internal and external distribution channels

Investor Engagement & Market Insights

• Participate in meetings with investors and sell-side analysts, representing the company with credibility and accuracy
• Synthesize investor feedback, analyst commentary, and market sentiment, ensuring insights are elevated for management and the Board
• Guide peer benchmarking, disclosure analysis, and equity research review to assess competitive positioning and evolving investor expectations
• Oversee investor targeting strategy and quarterly shareholder ownership analysis, focusing on composition, trends, and implications

Operational Leadership

• Oversee day-to-day IR operations by setting priorities, improving workstreams, and ensuring accountability across the team
• Provide direction and escalation support to junior team members, ensuring consistency, quality, and development of team output
• Manage relationships with vendors and external partners
• Serve as a cross-functional partner to maintain alignment on messaging, data integrity, and disclosure controls
• Drive continuous improvement of IR processes, tools, and workflows

Experience:

• Typically requires a minimum of 12 years of related finance experience with a bachelor’s degree, including 3-6 years in a management capacity, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Background in investor relations, investment banking, or equity research
• Demonstrated ability to manage projects, coordinate cross-functional deliverables, and oversee work from junior team members
• Experience preparing and reviewing executive and external-facing materials
• Experience engaging with the investment community strongly preferred
• Experience translating scientific content into investor messaging strongly preferred

Requirements:

• Strong financial acumen with ability to interpret financial models, company financial statements, and market data, applying knowledge to convince stakeholders on desired outcomes
• Excellent organizational and project management skills with the ability to persuade others in sensitive and complex situations while preserving relationships
• Advanced proficiency in Excel (e.g., pivot tables, INDEX/MATCH, XLOOKUP) and PowerPoint
• Familiarity with financial software platforms (e.g., Nasdaq IR Insight, FactSet, Bloomberg)
• Knowledge of data interpretation software (e.g., Tableau) and proven ability implementing AI tools into workflows
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Strong attention to detail, accountability, and responsiveness, with a proactive approach to problem solving and process improvement
• Must be able to travel domestically and internationally up to 10% of the time. A valid passport is required and/or additional documentation (e.g., travel visas) may be necessary based on destination-specific requirements

#LI-HYBRID

The estimated base salary range for the Senior Manager, Investor Relations (San Diego/Hybrid) role based in the United States of America is: $141,600 - $212,400. Should the level or location of the role change during the hiring process, the applicable base pay range may be updated accordingly. Compensation decisions are dependent on several factors including, but not limited to, an individual’s qualifications, location where the role is to be performed, internal equity, and alignment with market data. Additionally, all employees are eligible for one of our variable cash programs (bonus or commission) and eligible roles may receive equity as part of the compensation package. We offer a wide range of benefits as innovative as our work, including access to genomics sequencing, family planning, health/dental/vision, retirement benefits, and paid time off.

We are a company deeply rooted in belonging, promoting an inclusive environment where employees feel valued and empowered to contribute to our mission. Built on a strong foundation, Illumina has always prioritized openness, collaboration, and seeking alternative perspectives to propel innovation in genomics. We are proud to confirm a zero-net gap in pay, regardless of gender, ethnicity, or race. We also have several Employee Resource Groups (ERG) that deliver career development experiences, increase cultural awareness, and offer opportunities to engage in social responsibility. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to providing employment opportunity regardless of sex, race, creed, color, gender, religion, marital status, domestic partner status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, pregnancy, military or veteran status, citizenship status, and genetic information. Illumina conducts background checks on applicants for whom a conditional offer of employment has been made. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable local, state, and federal laws. Background check results may potentially result in the withdrawal of a conditional offer of employment. The background check process and any decisions made as a result shall be made in accordance with all applicable local, state, and federal laws. Illumina prohibits the use of generative artificial intelligence (AI) in the application and interview process. If you require accommodation to complete the application or interview process, please contact [email protected]. To learn more, visit: https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf. The position will be posted until a final candidate is selected or the requisition has a sufficient number of qualified applicants. This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.