General manager

General Manager – Investor Relations & Corporate Development ( CA) Location: Bengaluru About GIVA GIVA is one of India’s fastest-growing jewellery brands, offering modern designs in silver, gold, and lab-grown diamonds through a strong omnichannel presence (online + 250+ stores across India). The company is backed by marquee investors including Premji Invest, Creaegis, A91 Partners, Aditya Birla Ventures, Alteria Capital, Epiq Capital, and Edelweiss Discovery Fund. In June 2025, GIVA raised ₹530 crore (~$63 million) in its Series C round led by Creaegis, with continued support from existing investors. This round valued the company at $400 M+, underscoring strong investor conviction in GIVA’s growth trajectory. Role Overview The General Manager – Investor Relations & Corporate Development will be the primary custodian of GIVA’s investor engagement and financial communications. Reporting to the VP–Finance, this role will ensure clear, transparent, and compelling dialogue with current and prospective investors, while supporting fundraising and select strategic initiatives. Key Responsibilities Investor Relations (Primary Focus)- Design and execute GIVA’s Investor Relations strategy to strengthen confidence in the brand’s performance and growth outlook. - Serve as the primary liaison with investors, analysts, rating agencies, and financial media. - Lead quarterly/annual reporting: investor presentations, earnings releases, leadership Q& A prep, and external communications. - Proactively communicate company performance, strategy, and long-term vision in a clear, consistent, and compelling manner. - Monitor peer disclosures, investor sentiment, and industry benchmarks to provide insights to leadership. - Prepare board materials and investor conference content for the leadership team. Capital Markets & Fundraising - Support the VP–Finance and senior leadership in equity and debt fundraising initiatives. - Manage relationships with investment banks, VC/PE investors, and lenders. - Provide input on capital structure, financing strategies, and market positioning. Corporate Development (Secondary Focus)- Assist in identifying and evaluating strategic partnerships or selective acquisitions. - Provide financial analysis, valuation models, and due diligence support. - Contribute to integration planning for any executed opportunities. Qualifications & Experience - MBA / CFA / CA or equivalent in Finance, Strategy, or Corporate Finance. - 5–8 years of experience in Investor Relations or Corporate Finance. - Proven track record of managing investor communications in high-growth companies (retail/consumer/D2 C experience preferred). - Strong financial modelling, valuation, and presentation skills. - Excellent communication skills with credibility to represent GIVA externally. - Exposure to fundraising and capital market transactions. Core Competencies - Strategic storytelling with ability to simplify complex information. - Strong relationship management and influencing skills. - Analytical rigor and attention to detail. - Executive presence to engage with top-tier investors. - High adaptability and ownership in a fast-growing startup environment. Key Success Metrics (KPIs)- Investor Communication Quality: Timeliness, accuracy, and clarity of quarterly and annual reporting. - Investor Engagement: Strength and depth of relationships with existing and prospective investors (measured by feedback and retention). - Fundraising Support: Contribution to successful equity and debt raises in terms of preparedness, documentation, and deal closure timelines. - Market Perception: Improvement in analyst/market sentiment, reflected in feedback and brand visibility in financial media. - Board & Leadership Satisfaction: Positive feedback on quality of board presentations, strategic inputs, and responsiveness. - Process Rigor: Establishing robust investor communication processes, reducing ad hoc escalations or information gaps.