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A career at Equinix means being at the center of shaping what comes next and amplifying customer value through innovation and impact. You'll work across teams, influence key decisions, and help shape the path forward. You'll find belonging, purpose, and a team that welcomes you-because when you feel valued, you're empowered to do your best work.
Job Summary
The Director, Corporate Development supports Equinix's AMER investment strategy, partnering cross-functionally on capital sourcing, deal execution and portfolio prioritization. The Director represents Corporate Development in formal presentations to the Investment Committee and senior management on capital structuring, allocation and prioritization decisions. The Director builds a regional view of capital deployment across organic expansion, joint ventures and third-party capital partnerships, ensuring investment recommendations to the Investment Committee are rigorously underwritten and clearly presented. The role demands strong collaboration skills, sound financial modeling and capital markets judgment, and the communication skills to operate credibly in front of senior executives and external capital partners.
Responsibilities
Third-Party Capital Sourcing and Execution
Leads sourcing and evaluation of third-party capital partners to fund AMER expansion, in partnership with Treasury, Finance and other relevant teams
Supports structuring and negotiation of commercial terms for capital partnerships and joint ventures, protecting Equinix's economic and control interests
Manages execution of capital transactions end-to-end, from initial term sheet through diligence, documentation and closing, in coordination with deal teams
Builds and maintains a network of capital markets counterparties, institutional investors and joint venture partners active in the data center sector
Capital Allocation and Prioritization
Contributes to, maintains and recalibrates the AMER capital allocation and prioritization framework as portfolio conditions and capital availability evolve
Evaluates trade-offs between organic expansion, third-party capital partnerships and portfolio actions to optimize capital efficiency and preserve balance sheet capacity
Aligns capex budgets and forecasts with portfolio strategy, demand signals and capital availability
Prepares and presents investment recommendations and capital structures to the Real Estate Investment Committee and other governance bodies
M&A and Strategic Transactions
Drives origination, negotiation and execution of M&A and strategic transactions in sectors of strategic interest to Equinix, driving cross-team workstreams through to completion
Evaluates structural alternatives (build versus buy, equity investment versus partnership versus acquisition versus capital partnership) to inform deal structuring recommendations
Develops the investment and capital partnership thesis and supporting operational models, synergy forecasts and capital structure analysis, in conjunction with Business Unit Heads
Storyboards presentations to drive discussion at the Senior Executive level and with the Investment Committee
Project and Program Management
Operates autonomously on multi-month and multi-quarter initiatives, anticipating issues and recommending solutions with limited need for direction from VPs or Country Managers
Runs interdepartmental project management processes and meetings, coordinating delivery of company-wide and regional strategic programs
Prepares materials and provides updates for the E-team, senior leadership and Board of Directors
Qualifications
10 years of experience in Corporate Finance, Investment Banking, Principal Investing or Corporate Development, with direct experience sourcing or executing third-party capital transactions
Demonstrated experience preparing and presenting investment recommendations to Investment Committees or equivalent governance bodies
Data center experience helpful but not required
The targeted pay range for this position in the following location is / locations are:
United States - Denver Office DEO : 177,000 - 265,000 USD / Annual
United States - Dallas Infomart Office DAI : 177,000 - 265,000 USD / Annual
Canada - Toronto Office TRO : 166,000 - 248,000 CAD / Annual
Our pay ranges reflect the minimum and maximum target for new hire pay for the full-time position determined by role, level, and location.The pay range shown is based on our compensation structure in place at the time of posting and may be updated periodically based on business needs. Individual pay is based on additional factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education and/or training.
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.
Equinix Benefits
As an employee, you become important to Equinix's success. We ensure all your benefits are in line with our core values: competitive, inclusive, sustainable, connected and efficient. We keep them competitive within the current marketplace to ensure we're providing you with the best package possible. So, wherever you are in your career and life, you'll be able to enhance your experience and bring your whole self to work.
Employee Assistance Program: An Employee Assistance program is available to all employees. US Benefits: - Insurance: You may enroll in health, life, disability and voluntary plans that are designed for you and your eligible family members. - Retirement: You and Equinix may contribute to a retirement plan to help you plan for your financial future. - Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays: You will receive an accrued amount of PTO each pay period along with various paid holidays for you to rest and recharge. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific plan or program terms.Canada Core Benefits: - Insurance: You may enroll in healthcare coverage that is designed to complement the provincial healthcare system, along with life, disability and optional benefit plans that are designed for you and your eligible family members. - Retirement: You may also enroll in Equinix-sponsored retirement or savings plans: Defined Contribution Pension Plan (DCPP), Group Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) and Tax-Free Savings Plan (TSFA). - Vacation and Paid Holidays: Equinix offers both vacation and personal time, along with various paid holidays for you to rest and recharge. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits. Benefits are subject to specific plan or program terms, and to change at Equinix discretion.
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