Director, Acquisitions

Your role Lead Investment Strategy and Execution Source, structure, and execute complex investment transactions including M&A, land/development projects, joint ventures, and strategic partnerships. Lead underwriting, financial modeling, and return analysis (DCF, IRR, accretion/dilution, sensitivity) to assess investment viability and optimize capital deployment. Oversee preparation and presentation of Investment Committee materials, ensuring strategic clarity, analytical rigor, and actionable recommendations. Manage the full investment lifecycle from initial screening, due diligence and all the way through closing and post-close performance tracking. Partner with internal and external stakeholders (including JV partners, advisors, and lenders) to negotiate key deal terms and ensure alignment on commercial and legal outcomes. Cross-Functional Leadership & Collaboration Partner closely with internal teams to align development, design, and operational considerations with investment objectives. Serve as the primary point of contact for investment activity within assigned markets or asset classes. Guide junior team members in financial analysis, due diligence, and materials preparation; serve as a mentor and subject matter expert across the Acquisitions & Investments team. Portfolio & Market Insights Provide thought leadership on market trends, competitive dynamics, and capital flows affecting the data center and digital infrastructure sectors. Identify and evaluate opportunities for portfolio optimization, asset recycling, or capital partnership expansion. Contribute to regional strategy discussions and long-term growth planning. New Market entries Work closely with the New Markets business development team to assess and prioritize potential new market entries as part of broader regional strategy Contribute to defining most appropriate market entry route (Acquisitions, joint venture, strategic partnerships, greenfield development) and implement execution What you’ll need 8–10 years of progressive experience in real estate or infrastructure investments, corporate finance, private equity, or investment banking. Bachelor’s degree required; MBA or advanced degree in Finance, Real Estate, or related field strongly preferred. Expert-level financial modeling and valuation skills (Excel, Argus). Proven ability to lead cross-functional deal teams and manage complex transactions through closing. Deep understanding of real estate and infrastructure fundamentals, capital structures, and investment metrics. Exceptional communication skills, including the ability to translate financial insights into strategic recommendations for senior leadership. Strong executive presence, analytical rigor, and commercial judgment. Demonstrated ability to thrive in a fast-paced, global environment managing multiple priorities and stakeholders. Solid understanding of European power markets is a plus Second language (beside English) preferable Lead Investment Strategy and Execution Source, structure, and execute complex investment transactions including M&A, land/development projects, joint ventures, and strategic partnerships. Lead underwriting, financial modeling, and return analysis (DCF, IRR, accretion/dilution, sensitivity) to assess investment viability and optimize capital deployment. Oversee preparation and presentation of Investment Committee materials, ensuring strategic clarity, analytical rigor, and actionable recommendations. Manage the full investment lifecycle from initial screening, due diligence and all the way through closing and post-close performance tracking. Partner with internal and external stakeholders (including JV partners, advisors, and lenders) to negotiate key deal terms and ensure alignment on commercial and legal outcomes. Cross-Functional Leadership & Collaboration Partner closely with internal teams to align development, design, and operational considerations with investment objectives. Serve as the primary point of contact for investment activity within assigned markets or asset classes. Guide junior team members in financial analysis, due diligence, and materials preparation; serve as a mentor and subject matter expert across the Acquisitions & Investments team. Portfolio & Market Insights Provide thought leadership on market trends, competitive dynamics, and capital flows affecting the data center and digital infrastructure sectors. Identify and evaluate opportunities for portfolio optimization, asset recycling, or capital partnership expansion. Contribute to regional strategy discussions and long-term growth planning. New Market entries Work closely with the New Markets business development team to assess and prioritize potential new market entries as part of broader regional strategy Contribute to defining most appropriate market entry route (Acquisitions, joint venture, strategic partnerships, greenfield development) and implement execution 8–10 years of progressive experience in real estate or infrastructure investments, corporate finance, private equity, or investment banking. Bachelor’s degree required; MBA or advanced degree in Finance, Real Estate, or related field strongly preferred. Expert-level financial modeling and valuation skills (Excel, Argus). Proven ability to lead cross-functional deal teams and manage complex transactions through closing. Deep understanding of real estate and infrastructure fundamentals, capital structures, and investment metrics. Exceptional communication skills, including the ability to translate financial insights into strategic recommendations for senior leadership. Strong executive presence, analytical rigor, and commercial judgment. Demonstrated ability to thrive in a fast-paced, global environment managing multiple priorities and stakeholders. Solid understanding of European power markets is a plus Second language (beside English) preferable