Senior Director, Investments

Who We Are:

Its exciting to find yourself standing in a pivotal moment in time. Its even more exciting to be out front leading it. At QTS our world-class data centers are supporting our customers most strategic growth initiatives positioning us at the forefront of todays dynamic digital transformation.

As AI and cloud drive the demand for increased speed capacity and capability QTS has emerged as the global digital infrastructure leader committed to connecting the world for good. Driven by purpose and fueled by a spirit of innovation QTS designs builds and operates some of the worlds most advanced forward-thinking data is a portfolio company of Blackstone.

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Who You Are:

The Senior Director Investments will be responsible for managing and owning the diligence process for new investment opportunities at QTS by managing processes internally for investments group to ensure timely and accurate response; building better systems for tracking deals contacts and information across the organization for real estate investment optimization. This role will develop and own financial models to support the company acquisitions financings (joint-venture equity initiatives etc.) land asset and operating company acquisitions/dispositions.

What You Will Do:

• Create and utilize corporate financial models in Microsoft Excel.

• Understanding of Argus Enterprise software to analyze and underwrite datacenter properties.

• The writing and preparation of investment materials such as investment memorandums presentations and proposals.

• Analyze and interpret property level information including historical operating statements budgets CAM reconciliations leases loan agreements etc.

• Lead calls and meetings with key internal and external constituents. Individuals should be able to effectively communicate and respond to sometimes complex questions and inquiries.

• Research and report on various markets and assets on specific assignments in the course of continuing to expand market knowledge and for general business development purposes.

• Provide advice on the economic impact of new conditions and develop economic forecasts and drive business insights.

• Systematically track compile and interpret various sources of data related to the groups business.

• Analyze business problems and compile analyze and report data as part of economic impact research and analysis based on new and existing econometric data.

• Collaborate as independent contributor with cross-functional teams to implement strategies across a product or market.

• Conduct research prepare reports and analyze economic data to develop and shape business strategies.

• Based on the results of the research develop strategies for managing products or markets and devise and manage business development strategies in order to maximize returns and increase efficiency.

• Coordinate the due diligence and closing process for transactions under contract working with internal and third parties to analyze information and research financing and operating issues relevant to each transaction.

• Work effectively in a team environment assuming all tasks as needed.

• Assist in the development of financial models for new assets products and corporate initiatives which include supporting management of the market or product pipeline.

• Use a thorough understanding of GAAP and finance theory to help business partners understand the financial implications of potential business decisions.

• Partner with business leaders to ensure that they understand the financial drivers inherent in those plans.

• Analyze actual vs. forecast performance with an emphasis on understanding and communicating how the company will meet its financial commitments.

• Clearly and concisely communicate expected and actual financial results and the activities underlying those results.

• Identify analyze communicate and provide suggested solutions to resolve financial issues which impact business objectives.

• Evaluate the net present value and other operating metrics for capital investments in product development and other sources of growth.

• Leverage information systems to increase efficiency and effectiveness of forecasting and assist in managing projects from identification through completion including coordination of due diligence teams and model underwriting.

• Research market data and cost information to drive the most meaningful decision analytics for senior management.

• Project management of financial items through these transactions.

• Management of P&L to closing documents.

• Cross-team coordination both pre- and post-closing.

What You Need To Be Successful:

• Bachelors degree preferably with a concentration in Finance Economics Accounting or Mathematics or equivalent professional experience.

• Ten or more years professional experience includes leading cross-functional teams strategic planning and driving business growth.

• Ten or more years of work experience in a collaborative financial environment (banking real estate etc.) focused on driving bottom line value creation through strategic thinking in a time sensitive manner.

The Skills To Get You There:

• Experience in fast-paced high-growth Data Center markets.

• Experience providing financial and analytical support to a development organization.

• Solid proficiency in MS Office applications especially Excel.

• Solid experience creating financial models using WACC NPV IRR and ROI.

• Advanced proficiency with analytical and financial modeling tools such as Microsoft Excel

• Ability to build comprehensive financial models including integrated income statement balance sheet and cash flow statement.

• Ability to efficiently synthesize large amounts of data and derive appropriate conclusions.

• The role requires keen skills in real estate financial modeling and technology along with the ability to lead through influence and communicate with an executive team.

In accordance with applicable law the following represents a reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation for this role if hired in California. Please note that this information is provided for those hired in California only and this role is open to candidates outside of California with compensation that aligns with your location. The successful candidates starting salary will be determined based on permissible non-discriminatory factors such as skills experience and geographic location.

The estimated pay range for this role if based in California is:

Please note that this information is provided for those hired in California only and this role is open to candidates outside of California with compensation that aligns with your location. The successful candidates starting salary will be determined based on permissible non-discriminatory factors such as skills experience and geographic location. This role is also eligible for a competitive benefits package that includes: medical dental vision life and disability insurance; 401(k) retirement plan; flexible spending savings account; paid holidays; paid time off; employee assistance program; and other company benefits.

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