Vice President, Investor & Strategic Communications

Fortitude Reinsurance Company Ltd. (Fortitude Re) is one of the worlds leading providers of legacy reinsurance solutions. They work with the worlds leading insurance companies to help them execute comprehensive, transformational solutions for legacy Life & Annuity and P&C lines. Fortitude Re manages a general account of approximately $111 billion across life, annuity, and property & casualty insurance products. The company takes a long-term view on growth and is proud to be backed by a consortium of sophisticated institutional investors led by The Carlyle Group and T&D Insurance Group. Incorporated under the laws of Bermuda on January 1, 2017, Fortitude Res roots in the insurance industry and the experience of their leadership go back many decades. Fortitude Res leadership team has an average industry tenure of over 20 years, and an impressive track record of successfully managing the most complex legacy liabilities. Their deep insurance experience and proprietary risk modeling capabilities allow them to structure bespoke transactions that benefit both insurance companies and their policyholders. Fortitude Re continues to strengthen its ability to pursue further growth and provide innovative solutions for the global insurance industry.   Click here  for more information about Fortitude Re.

Reporting to the Head of Investor Relations, Fortitude Re seeks a strategic and dynamic Vice President, Investor & Strategic Communications to lead our Investor Relations function. This pivotal role will shape the companys external financial narrative by delivering high-impact investor communications, fostering stakeholder trust, and driving strategic engagement with investors, the Board, and the Executive Committee (ExCo). You will oversee the creation of investor materials, manage financial data repositories, and spearhead automation initiatives to enhance efficiency, collaborating closely with senior leadership to align investor relations with Fortitude Res strategic objectives.   This role will be based in our Jersey City, NJ office on a hybrid basis.

What You Will Do :

Strategic Investor Engagement & Consulting

Develop and execute a comprehensive investor relations strategy to strengthen relationships with investors and stakeholders.

Collaborate with partners across the enterprise to create Board deliverables, incorporating macro analysis of the external and competitive environment to inform strategic direction.

Produce actionable business insights by leveraging in-depth knowledge of Fortitude Res existing businesses, aligning with enterprise goals and investor expectations.

Scope, design, and lead bespoke projects for senior leaders to address key enterprise priorities, ensuring solutions are data-driven and strategically sound.

Non-GAAP Metrics Governance & Policy

Own the end-to-end process for defining and governing the companys key non-GAAP financial metrics, including Adjusted Net Income and 'Core' Operating Earnings.

Develop and maintain the formal policy document that standardizes the definitions, calculations, and use of these metrics.

Establish and enforce a robust control framework to ensure the consistent, accurate, and compliant application of non-GAAP metrics across all internal and external communications.

Partner closely with Finance, Accounting, and Legal teams to align metric definitions with strategic objectives and ensure full transparency and rigor in their reporting.

Strategic Financial Communications & Analysis

Lead the creation of strategic presentations and decks for the Board and ExCo, translating complex financial, operational, and market data into compelling, actionable narratives.

Analyze investor feedback, market trends, peer performance, and macroeconomic factors to inform Fortitude Res strategic positioning and messaging.

Oversee the production of quarterly earnings materials, financial supplements, and monthly investor reports, ensuring accuracy and alignment with company goals.

Manage the unified repository of financial data, standardizing definitions (e.g., ROE, ATOI) and resolving discrepancies across departments.

Provide subject matter expertise to senior leadership on financial results, investor queries, and performance drivers.

External Engagement & Stakeholder Outreach

Organize annual events featuring executive presentations, Q&A sessions, and deep dives to showcase Fortitude Res strategy, performance, and vision to investors and stakeholders.

Schedule targeted roadshows with key industry analysts and potential partners to enhance visibility and foster strategic relationships.

Represent Fortitude Re in external forums, industry conferences, and investor meetings to strengthen the companys market presence and thought leadership.

Develop tailored communication strategies for key external stakeholders, ensuring consistent messaging and alignment with Fortitude Res brand and objectives.

Automation & Process Innovation

Drive automation initiatives in partnership with Data & Analytics to streamline financial reporting, investor query responses, and CRM system management.

Develop AI-powered tools, such as a Q&A bank for investor and ExCo inquiries, to enhance responsiveness and efficiency.

Enhance control frameworks to ensure compliance and data integrity in investor communications.

Team Leadership & Collaboration

Build and lead a high-performing Investor Relations team, fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, and innovation.

Partner with cross-functional teams (Finance, Actuarial, Competitive Intelligence) to align investor communications with business objectives.

Cultivate relationships with internal and external stakeholders to facilitate efficient information flow and strategic alignment.

What Success Looks Like :

Consistent delivery of high-quality, data-driven investor materials that influence Board and ExCo decision-making.

Strengthened investor confidence through transparent, timely, and strategic communications.

Delivery of bespoke projects that address critical enterprise priorities, earning recognition from senior leadership.

Seamless integration of automated tools and dashboards into investor relations and strategic workflows, improving efficiency and scalability.

A motivated, high-performing team recognized for delivering actionable insights and strategic value.

What You Will Have :

Bachelors degree from a leading college or university in business, finance, accounting, or a related field; graduate degree (MBA, CFA, or equivalent) valued but not required.

10+ years in investor relations, strategic consulting or a related field, with a demonstrated ability to lead substantive project teams? or ?deep expertise in the financial services industry. Proven track record of successfully managing cross-functional initiatives from conception to execution.

Proven track record of developing analysts through coaching and mentoring, fostering professional growth and high performance.

Exceptional ability to quickly break down complex problems in a structured manner, prioritize analysis, and derive actionable insights from complex data sets.

Advanced communication skills, with the ability to create simple, powerful, and data-driven presentations and communications for senior leaders, the Board, and investors.

Strong relationship-building skills, with a demonstrated ability to effectively communicate with senior leaders and build enduring, trust-based, high-impact relationships with clients and colleagues.

Proficiency in MS Office, with advanced skills in Excel and PowerPoint; experience with CRM systems, automation tools, and strategic planning software preferred.

Preferred Qualifications : Prior experience as a Wall Street research analyst (sell-side or buy-side), in investor relations, or in strategic consulting within the life insurance, retirement, or broader financial services industry.

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The base salary range for this role is listed below and will be commensurate with candidate experience. Pay ranges for candidates may differ based on the cost of labor in that location. In addition to base salary, all employees are eligible for an annual bonus based on company and individual performance as well as a generous benefits package.

Base Salary Range

$195,000 — $245,000 USD

At Fortitude Re, our strength has always come from our people. Our success is deeply rooted in our ability to embrace the unique attributes, perspectives and experiences of every individual within our company.  Fostering a culture of inclusion and belonging where everyoneregardless of background, race, religion, sexual orientation or gender identityfeels valued and respected is a foundation of our culture.

We are committed to being an equal opportunity employer and evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information (including characteristics and testing), military and veteran status, diversity of thought and any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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