Deputy Manager - Corp Dev and Investor Relations

About the Team

The team at Meesho is a close-knit and high-performing group that brings together a diverse mix of professionals from Big 4 consulting, FMCG giants, and top-tier investment firms. Our members include Chartered Accountants (many of whom are rank holders), business specialists, and former investment bankers each contributing a unique perspective and skill set.We thrive on solving complex, high-impact business problems across Meeshos ecosystem. Whether it's driving growth strategy or streamlining financial operations, the team plays a critical role in shaping key decisions that drive the company's success.We believe in cross-functional exposure, ensuring team members gain experience across different areas of the business, enabling continuous learning and a broader perspective. At our core, we value both excellence in our work and strong team bonds, creating a culture that celebrates collaboration, achievement, and the collective impact we make.

About the Role

Deputy Manager - Corporate Development is a high-impact role that will offer deep exposure to investor relations, fundraising, and capital markets strategy. You will work closely with Meesho’s leadership team and cross-functional partners tosupport strategic initiatives, shape external communications, and help drive the company’s journey toward a potential public listing.The role also involves direct engagement with institutional investors and market stakeholders, offering a unique opportunity to contribute meaningfully to one of the most exciting capital market stories in India. It is well suited for someone with strong financial grounding, structured communication skills, and a bias for action in dynamic environments.

What you will do

• Lead Meesho’s investor relations efforts by preparing high quality materials including investor presentations, quarterly updates, board decks, and FAQs.
• Manage regular engagement with investors, analysts, and other market stakeholders to ensure transparent and consistent communication.
• Support equity fundraising processes, including investor outreach, data room management, diligence coordination, and narrative building.
• Track and benchmark company performance against industry peers, using insights to inform investor messaging and strategic positioning.
• Collaborate with internal teams across Finance, Legal, and Business to drive IPO preparedness, including governance, process setup, and disclosure readiness.
• Contribute to post-listing investor relations responsibilities such as earnings communication, regulatory filings, investor days, and capital markets engagement.
• Build and maintain a strong network across venture capital firms, investment banks, public market investors, and founders to stay current on market sentiment and opportunities.
• Monitor public market trends, investor behaviour, and macro developments to inform proactive communication strategies.
• Develop and maintain business and valuation models to support investor narratives and long-term capital markets strategy.
• Provide limited support on strategic initiatives, including preliminary evaluation of M&A and partnership opportunities.

What you will need

• 1.5–3 years of experience in investor relations, investment banking, corporate development, venture capital, or management consulting
• Strong command over core financial concepts and ability to translate financial performance into compelling narratives
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a focus on clarity, structure, and tone appropriate for investor audiences
• Proven ability to manage multiple stakeholders and maintain a high degree of accuracy under pressure
• Proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint, Excel, and data visualization tools; experience with automation or AI platforms is a plus
• Prior exposure to e-commerce, consumer internet, or public market-facing roles is preferred
• High ownership mindset, attention to detail, and the ability to operate effectively in fast-paced, ambiguous environments