Whataburger

Group Director, Board & Investor Relations

Whataburger  •  United States (Onsite)  •  4 hours ago
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Job Description

Welcome to Whataburger Careers!

Our Flavor — Why Whataburger

Whataburger isn’t just a fast-food burger chain it is where bold leadership starts — and where potential doesn’t just grow, it heats up. Whether you're leading the line or working behind the scenes, this is the place where opportunities stack up, and every day gives you a chance to Make a Difference.

Since 1950, we’ve invested in people who lead with integrity, Serve with Heart, and bring their best flavor to the team. We believe in working together, speaking up, having a little fun, and Winning as One — because great burgers (and great teams) start with the right ingredients. If you're ready — to learn, grow, impact, and Move Forward Boldly — we’ve got your back and your path cooked to perfection.

Your Recipe for Impact — What You’ll Do

As a Group Director, Board and Investor Relations, you’ll shape the strategic narrative of a $4B brand by translating complex financial, operational, and franchise data into clear, compelling stories that guide Board decision‑making. Partnering closely with the CEO, you’ll connect executive leadership with our Private Equity sponsor through insight, clarity, and forward‑thinking strategy.

You’ll Make a Difference by turning performance data into actionable direction, Serve with Heart by supporting leaders with thoughtful, high‑quality insights that drive confident decisions, Win as One by aligning priorities across Finance, Operations, and Marketing, and Move Forward Boldly by helping define how the business grows and creates long‑term value.

Day-to-Day Ingredients — Responsibilities

As a Group Director, Board and Investor Relations, you will:

  • Develop the primary narrative of Board, investor, and executive materials with a strong emphasis on translating financial results, forecasts, capital allocation, strategic objectives and clear articulation of key messages and action plans.
  • Represent data-driven insights from multiple sources into an organized, impactful presentation that illustrates performance and potential for growth.
  • Partner with the executive leadership team, directly providing strategic alignment summaries for the Board and private equity sponsor.
  • Ensure the highest standards of governance, accuracy, and integrity for financial and strategic information presented to the Board and external stakeholders.
  • Ensure consistency and credibility of financial and strategic messaging across Board materials and external stakeholder communications.
  • Provide insight into market expectations, valuation drivers, and investor priorities to inform capital strategy and long-term decision-making.
  • Anticipate how public market investors and analysts would evaluate business performance, macroeconomic risks, and strategic decisions, translating these perspectives into actionable insights for executive leadership.
  • Develop and maintain relationships with equity research analysts and industry experts to deepen market insight, enhance external perspective and inform enterprise strategy.
  • Shape and refine the company’s investment narrative in partnership with Communications, Finance, and Strategy clearly articulating long-term value drivers, capital priorities, and competitive positioning.
  • Anticipate Board and investor questions, concerns, and areas of focus, proactively preparing executive leadership with clear messaging, supporting materials, debriefs, follow-ups and strategic framing to ensure effective, confident engagement.
  • Oversee coaching, performance reviews, and workload management for assigned staff.
  • Additional duties as assigned.

The Sauce — Pay & Perks

As a Group Director, Board and Investor Relations, you will receive:

  • Competitive Weekly Pay
  • Bonus Program that scales up to 2.5X payout potential based on company results
  • 5 weeks PTO
  • Flex Weeks
  • Paid Corporate Holidays
  • Paid Parental Leave*
  • 401(k) match $1/$1 up to 4%
  • Competitive Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits*
  • Short-term and Long-term Disability Benefits*
  • Opportunities for Career Development and Growth
  • Whataburger Family Foundation - Scholarship Program (dependents eligible) and Hardship Grant Assistance
  • Wireless Service Discounts
  • Computer & Software Discounts
  • Fitness / Gym Discounts
  • Awards and recognition for all you do
  • Retirement Celebration Program

What You Bring to the Table — Required Experience

As a Group Director, Board and Investor Relations, you must have:

  • 7+ years of experience in Management Consulting, Corporate Strategy, Private Equity, or Investor Relations.
  • Strong business writing and presentation skills, with experience building executive‑level materials.
  • Proven ability to translate complex data into clear insights, recommendations, and narratives.
  • Experience working with senior leadership and influencing cross‑functional stakeholders.
  • Strong analytical, strategic thinking, and problem‑solving skills.
  • Understanding of multi‑unit, franchise, retail, or hospitality business models.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Economics, Communications, or related field.

Extra Toppings — Desired Experience

As a Group Director, Board and Investor Relations, we prefer you to have:

  • Experience supporting Private Equity‑backed organizations or Board engagement.
  • Background in QSR or consumer‑facing industries.
  • MBA or advanced degree.
  • Advanced expertise in financial modeling, valuation, or capital strategy.
  • Experience developing executive communication frameworks or investor narratives.

Where & How You’ll Work

This role is based at the San Antonio Home Office, working on‑site Monday through Thursday with remote flexibility on Fridays. In this role, you’ll have strong collaboration with leadership, across cross-functional teams, and with external partners to align capabilities with restaurant realities. The work environment is fast‑paced and requires sound judgment, strategic thinking, and strong collaboration skills. Full‑time availability is required, with occasional extended hours based on business needs, along with occasional travel to properties, project sites, and external meetings. Candidates must reside within commuting distance of the San Antonio Home Office.

Whataburger is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, veteran status, age, or other condition or status protected by law. Whataburger participates in the federal E-Verify Program. For more information go to www.dhs.gov/E-Verify. E-Verify is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.

*Eligibility rules may apply

300 Concord Plaza Dr San Antonio TX 78216-6903

Whataburger

About Whataburger

On Aug. 8, 1950, an adventurous and determined entrepreneur named Harmon Dobson opened up the world’s first Whataburger on Ayers Street in Corpus Christi, Texas. He had a simple goal: to serve a burger so big it took two hands to hold and so good that after one bite customers would say, “What a burger!” He succeeded on both counts and turned that one little burger stand into a legend loved throughout Texas and the South.

Today, each and every Whataburger is made to order, right when it’s ordered. And they’re still made with 100 percent pure, never-frozen beef and served on a big toasted five-inch bun with all “the extras” to suit your taste. Grilled jalapeños, extra bacon, three slices of cheese, no tomatoes, extra pickles? No problem. Your Whataburger will be made just like you like it, 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

Whataburger’s following has grown exponentially in its more than 75-year history, thanks to a number of features, including its famous burgers and growing list of menu items, its iconic orange-and-white-striped restaurants and its famous Fancy Ketchup.

Whataburger is more than a burger chain. It’s a place that feels like home to more than 51,000 employees, called Family Members, and millions of customers. It’s a brand built on pride, care and love. It’s a place people count on in their communities. It’s a place where goodness lives. So now with more than 1,100 Whataburger restaurants across 16 states stretching from Las Vegas to the Carolinas, road-trippers and hometown folks alike continue gathering under the big orange-and-white roofs for fresh, made-to-order burgers and friendly service.

Industry
Food & Beverage
Company Size
10,000+ employees
Headquarters
San Antonio, Texas
Year Founded
1950
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