Vice President, Investor Relations

Avery Dennison Corporation (NYSE: AVY) is a global materials science and digital identification solutions company. We are Making Possible™ products and solutions that help advance the industries we serve, providing branding and information solutions that optimize labor and supply chain efficiency, reduce waste, advance sustainability, circularity and transparency, and better connect brands and consumers. We design and develop labeling and functional materials, radio frequency identification (RFID) inlays and tags, software applications that connect the physical and digital, and offerings that enhance branded packaging and carry or display information that improves the customer experience. Serving industries worldwide — including home and personal care, apparel, general retail, e-commerce, logistics, food and grocery, pharmaceuticals and automotive — we employ approximately 35,000 employees in more than 50 countries. Our reported sales in 2024 were $8.8 billion. Learn more at www.averydennison.com.

At Avery Dennison, some of the great benefits we provide are:

• Health & Wellness benefits starting on day 1 of employment

• Paid parental leave

• 401K eligibility

• Tuition reimbursement

• Employee Assistance Program eligibility / Health Advocate

• Paid vacation and Paid holidays

The VP of Investor Relations is responsible for the development and execution of the corporate investor relations strategy. This leader will report to the CFO and work directly with the CFO and CEO to plan and direct all aspects of investor relations objectives, strategies and initiatives. They will be responsible for integrating Avery Dennison’s vision and corporate business objectives, including corporate image, identity, tone and positioning, with investor relations activities and strategy. They will maintain and improve relations between Avery Dennison and its current and potential shareholders and the general financial community. Additionally, they will ensure that the organization’s relationship with the investment community reflects positively on the company’s stock price.    

The key deliverable's expected by this role are:

• Develop and execute IR strategy; be a thought partner to the CEO and CFO 

• Maintain/further develop investor confidence and belief in the company’s vision and strategy for delivering shareholder value

• Responsible for overseeing and managing quarterly earnings and conference calls

• Continue to enhance a robust investor relations strategy and framework, including investor targeting, as well as coordination of key events, including broker conferences, non-deal road shows, and Avery-sponsored IR events (e.g. Investor Days)

• Provide internal and external audiences with an accurate and timely view of Avery Dennison’s business performance and prospects, through quarterly analysts meetings, investor conference calls, website content, etc.

• Create and manage a strong reputation by demonstrating clear and consistent communication between internal and external parties

• Cultivate analyst, investor and financial community relationships

• Provide insights to the Board/leadership team on market and shareholder activity

• Analyze and present financial trends, competitive insights, shareholder trends and other items that could impact the business

• Work with legal counsel and corporate financial reporting team to ensure compliance on regulatory matters

• Help prepare the company’s corporate reporting, including the annual report, 10-k, and quarterly filings

• Must  have strong analytical skills and a deep knowledge of business and finance. Strong financial acumen and hands-on analytical capability. Demonstrated knowledge of capital markets, financial performance metrics and financial statements. Use of financial analysis to evaluate and drive shareholder value. 

• Minimum 3 years of investor relations experience in a Fortune 500 company, sell/buy side experience or IR consulting experience and has demonstrated knowledge of investor relations practices and SEC regulations regarding disclosure of corporate information. 

• Minimum of 10 years of business experience in IR or related disciplines of finance, planning, strategy, treasury, accounting, etc.

• MBA from a top program or equivalent relevant business experience required.  Undergraduate degree in finance or business.  

• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to effectively communicate with internal and external stakeholders. Ability to write clearly and persuasively, speak articulately, think quickly in fielding questions in a public setting and create powerful presentations. Able to rapidly and accurately distill complex information and transform it into a concise and readily understandable message. Able to build strong, trust-based relationships with sell side analysts and investors 

• Develop and translate broad strategies into specific objectives and action plans. Influence and align the organization to support strategic priorities.

• Must have knowledge of SEC rules and regulations.

• Drives for results. Ability to set and pursue aggressive goals, drive for results and demonstrate a strong commitment to organizational success.

• Critical thinker with the ability to adapt to rapidly changing priorities with a high level of self motivation.

• Ability to lead with integrity and in a manner consistent with company core values.

• High energy and a strong work ethic

• Willing to travel both domestically and internationally

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or other protected status. EEOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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