Investor Relations [Base + Commission]

Are you passionate about driving growth and fostering strong relationships within the business community? We're seeking a sales representative to join our team at Elevate Rapid City. In this role, you'll play a pivotal part in recruiting new investors and enhancing investor relations.

Join the Elevate Rapid City Team as a Dynamic Investor Relations Manager

This is an onsite full-time, salary plus commission, position – must be a current resident of Rapid City region.

Compensation:

• Base Salary: $40,000
• On-Target Earnings (OTE): $55,000 - $123,000 per year, combining base salary, commissions, and performance-based incentives
• Benefits: Paid Time Off (20 Vacation Days–13 Personal Days–US Holidays–12 weeks Paternity Leave), health, dental, vision, life, LTD, 401k matching, flexibility, and more

About Elevate Rapid City

Elevate Rapid City is western South Dakota’s leading economic development, community development, and business advocacy organization, elevating the Rapid City economy for all through its pillars of economic development, workforce development, public policy & analytics, and organizational growth & development.

Why Elevate Rapid City May Be Right for You

• Unique opportunity to have a significant impact on the bottom line and the future growth of our organization.
• Join an organization with an outstanding people-first culture centered on building trust with our team, board of directors, investors, volunteers, and community.
• Contribute meaningfully to your community by assisting the Elevate Rapid City team as we work to elevate the Rapid City economy for all with the strong vision of making Rapid City and the Black Hills region the place people want to be.
• Full-time (40 hours per week) exempt position with a competitive compensation plan, including salary and uncapped performance-based commissions.
• Outstanding benefits package.
• Access to ongoing professional development training opportunities.

Overview of Primary Accountabilities – New Investor Recruiting

• Ensures that the targets for new investor revenue are met or surpassed through personalized sales efforts aimed at organizations that stand to gain from investing with Elevate Rapid City.
• Implement Elevate Rapid City’s standardized recruiting processes to drive new investor revenue.
• Actively seek out and connect with prospective investors to establish positive relationships with business owners and executive leaders.
• Assess the needs and motivations of prospective investors and align them with Elevate Rapid City programs and resources.
• Serve as liaison between prospective investors and Elevate Rapid City leadership.
• Maintain daily proactive outbound prospecting activities and meet performance goals.

Overview of Primary Accountabilities – Investor Relations

• Cultivate positive and professional relationships with designated investors to underscore the value of their investment, fostering renewal each year, particularly those acquired by the incumbent.
• Implement Elevate Rapid City’s standardized investor relations processes to foster positive relationships with assigned investors.
• Engage in the onboarding process for newly recruited investors.
• Upsell current investors to increase engagement and revenue.
• Monitor investor retention and mitigate attrition issues.
• Maintain daily proactive investor activities and meet performance goals.

General Accountabilities

• Participate in Elevate Rapid City meetings, events, and programs to cultivate investor relations and engage with prospective investors.
• Represent Elevate Rapid City at assigned business and community events.
• Prepare investor sales and investor relations reports as required.
• Must have/maintain a dependable vehicle and must provide proof of insurance and valid driver’s license upon request (mileage reimbursement provided)

Qualifications

• Ideally, 3 years of experience in B2B business development, account management, sales, or related experience, demonstrating revenue-generating success.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred, but not required.
• Residency within the Rapid City region is required.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Proficiency in CRM software, MS Word, and MS Excel.
• Ability to work independently and in team settings.
• Strong multitasking and organizational skills.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

• Requires ability to sit for extended periods.
• Involves occasional evening work and attendance at events.
• Professional office setting with interaction with staff and investors.

(Note: This job posting does not limit job-related activities. Duties and responsibilities may vary, and additional tasks may be assigned.)

Elevate Rapid City is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.

Instructions: Position opened until filled. To be given full consideration, please email a cover letter and resume by February 21st. Submit materials to: liz.highland@elevaterapidcity.com