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Job Summary:
The xScale Corporate Development Senior Associate plays a significant role in supporting the Hyperscale and Infrastructure team throughout the lifecycle of our real estate investments. In this role, you will work for a team that has raised $15B of total capital through joint ventures across the world. This role will contribute to joint venture formation, underwriting of new developments, monitoring existing projects, and partner closely with the xScale asset management, finance and development teams to ensure the optimization of our investment processes. The position involves equal parts investment, analytical and project management capabilities.
Responsibilities
Investment Management
Conduct financial modeling for new and existing developments in our global portfolio of assets (AMER, APAC, EMEA)
Support preparation of business cases for investment committees
Coordinate investment approval process and capex prioritization
Assist with annual deliverables for both Equinix and JV partners
Evaluate new market opportunities and maintain metro roadmaps
Work closely with xScale development, Design & Construction, Capital Markets, Sales and Operations to determine optimal development plans
Partner will xScale finance and treasury to ensure alignment on financial reporting obligations and valuations
Drive global coordination of investment calendar and approvals
Maintain tracking of capital approvals, both internally and externally
JV Formation + M&A
Assist in formation of new joint ventures
Support buyside and sellside M&A processes
Support xScale development team in execution of new real estate acquisitions
Analyze deal activity in areas of interest to Equinix
Work with potential joint venture partners and advisors to ensure timely execution of deliverables
Qualifications
Useful to have finance and accounting experience working Investment Banking, Corporate Development, Real Estate Investments or Private Equity
Strong financial modeling and power point capabilities
Ability to prioritize multiple projects at once
Capable project manager willing to work cross-functionally with multiple partners globally
Exposure to the digital infrastructure space a plus but not required
3+ years of experience
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The United States targeted pay range for this position in the following location is / locations are:
• San Francisco, CA / Bay Area: $122,000 to $184,000 per year
Our pay ranges reflect the minimum and maximum target for new hire pay for the full-time position determined by role, level, and location. Individual pay is based on additional factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education and/or training.
This position may be offered in other locations. Your recruiter can share more about the specific pay range for your preferred location during the hiring process.
The targeted pay range listed reflects the base pay only and does not include bonus, equity, or benefits. Employees are eligible for bonus, and equity may be offered depending on the position.
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