Associate, Investor Relations

What You Will Do

• Agregate and synthesize financial and operational data across departments to support external messaging and investor communications.
• Prepare, analyze, and refine materials for quarterly earnings, investor presentations, conferences, non-deal roadshows, board meetings, and internal updates.
• Manage and update the Investor Relations calendar, ensuring seamless coordination around earnings, conferences, meetings, and other key milestones.
• Conduct peer, market, and industry benchmarking to inform strategy, competitive positioning, and investor outreach.
• Support the development of press releases, talking points, Q&A, and other communication materials for investor-facing events.
• Maintain accuracy and consistency across IR deliverables, ensuring alignment with corporate messaging and regulatory standards.
• Provide thoughtful, timely analysis to assist leadership in preparing for investor discussions and evaluating market sentiment.

What You Will Need

• Bachelor’s degree required
• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in financial analysis, investment banking, equity research, investor relations, corporate finance, or a comparable analytical field.
• Strong quantitative and qualitative analytical skills, with exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
• Superior written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to distill complex information into clear, compelling messages.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint; familiarity with financial data platforms (e.g., Bloomberg, FactSet, S&P Capital IQ) is a plus.
• Professional maturity, sound judgment, and the ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines.
• Self-motivated and resourceful, with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate effectively across teams.
• CFA or progress toward the designation a plus but not required.
• Real estate or REIT experience is a plus but not required.

The Job Requires

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities and time-sensitive deliverables.
• Comfort working both independently and as part of a collaborative, highly cross-functional team.
• The position includes in-person work requirements consistent with the hybrid policy located at Essex's corporate office in Irvine.
• Occasional travel for investor property tours or internal events.

What You Will Bring To The Table

• Excellent storytelling and communication abilities, with a focus on clarity, accuracy, and audience awareness.
• Strong organizational skills and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Ability to interpret, analyze, and communicate financial data with precision and confidence.
• A high standard of professionalism and an unwavering commitment to quality.
• The ability to manage projects autonomously while contributing to broader team goals.
• A mindset geared toward continuous learning, improvement, and strategic thinking.

What You Will Get

• Competitive salaries, ranging from $94,000.00 - $117,000.00 per year.
• Experience career growth.
• Eligible for benefit packages that include medical, dental, vision, paid parental leave, 401k employer match, excellence rewards, wellness programs, and much more.
• 12 paid holidays and 15 PTO days.
• Eligible for a housing discount of 20%.
• Great communities in which to live, work, and invest.
• Purpose-driven company with a culture of growth and opportunity.
• New hires generally start between $94,000.00 - $117,000.00 per year.
• Eligible to participate in Essex’s discretionary Annual Bonus program that is commensurate with the level of the position.