Meeesho - Deputy Manager - Corporate Development & Investor Relations

About the Team

The team at Meesho is a close-knit and high-performing group that brings together a diverse mix of professionals from Big 4 consulting, FMCG giants, and top-tier investment firms. Our members include Chartered Accountants (many of whom are rank holders), business specialists, and former investment bankers each contributing a unique perspective and skill set.

We thrive on solving complex, high-impact business problems across Meeshos ecosystem. Whether it's driving growth strategy or streamlining financial operations, the team plays a critical role in shaping key decisions that drive the company's success.

We believe in cross-functional exposure, ensuring team members gain experience across different areas of the business, enabling continuous learning and a broader perspective. At our core, we value both excellence in our work and strong team bonds, creating a culture that celebrates collaboration, achievement, and the collective impact we make.

About the Role

Deputy Manager - Corporate Development is a high-impact role that will offer deep exposure to investor relations, fundraising, and capital markets strategy. You will work closely with Meeshos leadership team and cross-functional partners to support strategic initiatives, shape external communications, and help drive the companys journey toward a potential public listing.

The role also involves direct engagement with institutional investors and market stakeholders, offering a unique opportunity to contribute meaningfully to one of the most exciting capital market stories in India. It is well suited for someone with strong financial grounding, structured communication skills, and a bias for action in dynamic environments.

What you will do

- Lead Meeshos investor relations efforts by preparing high quality materials including investor presentations, quarterly updates, board decks, and FAQs.

- Manage regular engagement with investors, analysts, and other market stakeholders to ensure transparent and consistent communication.

- Support equity fundraising processes, including investor outreach, data room management, diligence coordination, and narrative building.

- Track and benchmark company performance against industry peers, using insights to inform investor messaging and strategic positioning.

- Collaborate with internal teams across Finance, Legal, and Business to drive IPO preparedness, including governance, process setup, and disclosure readiness.

- Contribute to post-listing investor relations responsibilities such as earnings communication, regulatory filings, investor days, and capital markets engagement.

- Build and maintain a strong network across venture capital firms, investment banks, public market investors, and founders to stay current on market sentiment and opportunities.

- Monitor public market trends, investor behaviour, and macro developments to inform proactive communication strategies.

- Develop and maintain business and valuation models to support investor narratives and long-term capital markets strategy.

- Provide limited support on strategic initiatives, including preliminary evaluation of M&A and partnership opportunities.

What you will need

- 1.53 years of experience in investor relations, investment banking, corporate development, venture capital, or management consulting

- Strong command over core financial concepts and ability to translate financial performance into compelling narratives

- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a focus on clarity, structure, and tone appropriate for investor audiences

- Proven ability to manage multiple stakeholders and maintain a high degree of accuracy under pressure

- Proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint, Excel, and data visualization tools; experience with automation or AI platforms is a plus

- Prior exposure to e-commerce, consumer internet, or public market-facing roles is preferred

- High ownership mindset, attention to detail, and the ability to operate effectively in fast-paced, ambiguous environments

About us

Welcome to Meesho, where every story begins with a spark of inspiration and a dash of entrepreneurial spirit. We're not just a platform; we're your partner in turning dreams into realities.

Curious about life at Meesho? Our people have a lot to say and they've made us the top-rated e-commerce workplace on Glassdoor.

Our Mission

Democratising internet commerce for everyone- Meesho (Meri shop) started with a single idea in mind -to be an e-commerce destination for the next billion Indian consumers and enable 100 million small businesses to succeed online. We provide sellers with a range of industry-first benefits such as zero commission and the lowest shipping cost. Over 1.75 million sellers are registered on Meesho, growing their business by tapping the companys massive customer base, state-of-the-art tech infrastructure, pan-India logistics at the lowest cost through third-party logistics providers in an 'Everyday Lowest Cost' channel for sellers. Affordable, relatable merchandise mirroring local markets has helped us make inroads with first-time internet users in the country. We cater to an underserved and unique customer base and cover every serviceable pincode in the country. Our unique business model and continuous innovation has enabled us to become the first Indian horizontal E-commerce company.

Culture and Total Rewards

Our focus is on cultivating a dynamic workplace characterized by high impact and performance excellence. We prioritize a people-centric culture, dedicated to hiring and developing exceptional talent. Total rewards at Meesho comprises of a comprehensive set of elements - monetary, non monetary, tangible and intangible in nature. Our 11 guiding principles, or "Mantras," are the backbone of how we operate - influencing everything from recognition and evaluation to growth discussions. Daily rituals & processes like Reflections, Listen or Die , Internal Mobility Program, Talent Reviews, Continuous Performance Management - all embody these principles.

We provide market leading compensation - both cash and equity-based - specific to job roles, individual experience and skill along with our employee centric benefits and work environment. We focus extensively on holistic wellness - through our MeeCare Program - encompassing benefits and policies across physical, mental, financial, and social wellness aspects. This includes extensive medical insurance benefits for employees and their families, wellness initiatives like telehealth, wellness events, and gym & recreational discounts etc. To support work-life balance, we provide generous leave policies, parental support benefits, retirement benefits, and learning and development assistance. Through gratitude for stretched work, personalized gifts, engagement & fun at work - we promote employee delight at the workplace. Many other benefits such as salary advance support, relocation assistance, and flexible benefits plans further enrich the Meesho employee experience.

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