Corporate Development Director in Vauxhall

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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 SummaryThe Corporate Development Director leads end-to-end execution of M&A deals, joint ventures, market monitoring and strategic assessment across EMEA, including financial modelling and data valuation.

This role is key to strategic planning, business case development and new business initiatives.

The Director builds strong partnerships across major functions and develops internal consulting capabilities to support strategic planning, mergers and acquisitions and real estate investments.

Reporting to the VP of Corporate Development for EMEA, this role leads the regional deal lifecycle from origination through signing, working with senior leaders throughout the region.

ResponsibilitiesMergers & Acquisitions Strategy and ExecutionEstablishes and leads M&A strategy and execution for the region, partnering through due diligence and beyondSources and analyzes accretive acquisition and partnership opportunitiesLeads cross-functional teams through sourcing, due diligence and transaction processesDrives development of operational models and synergy forecasts for targets, including review and acceptance of potential dyssynergy motionsLeads negotiations (with Legal support) and closing of M&A transactions, ensuring compliance with relevant regulationsRepresents and drives deal approvals at Senior Executive and Board levelSupports buyside and sellside M&A processes, identifies deal issues and resolves them with teamsDevelops deal valuation frameworks (comparable companies, precedent transactions, discounted cash flow, investment return models, pro forma accretion/dilution analyses)Works with Treasury to support transaction financingSupports development of M&A thesis with Business Unit HeadsDevelops transaction timelines and storyboards presentations for Senior Executive discussionsCommunicates with stakeholders to ensure alignment on deal pipeline and resource allocationMarket Monitoring and Strategic AssessmentDefines and executes processes for evaluating sectors and identifying targets to support growth strategyTracks deal and investment activity, especially for Data Center expansionAnalyzes structural alternatives (build vs.

buy, equity investment vs.

partnership vs.

acquisition)Develops insights based on tracking strategic actions across the regional ecosystemPerformance Measurement & ReportingTracks and analyzes performance metrics for regional strategic initiativesDevelops and maintains reporting frameworks for deal outcomes, pipeline progress, and ROIDelivers timely performance reports to senior stakeholdersFinancial Modeling and Data ValuationDrives business insight and alignment on assumptions for operational models and synergy forecastsDevelops deal valuation frameworks for organic deals, M&A, and JV (including comparable companies, precedent transactions, discounted cash flow, organic vs.

inorganic options, accretion/dilution and other pro-forma metrics)Strategic Alignment and Interface ManagementManages strategic initiatives and dependencies with applicable power strategiesDetermines interplay with global Corporate Strategy, Power, and Product organizationsCollaborates with GDC, Global Real Estate, and Data Center Operations for capex planning and approvalsProject and Program ManagementIdentifies business issues requiring project managementDevelops Executive staff and Board presentation materialsManages and reports on complex strategic initiativesLeads internal consulting projects focused on new markets/products, growth, and profitability improvementsProvides short-term consulting and performance improvement support to Executive teamRuns interdepartmental working group meetings and interviews HODs and Country Managers to troubleshoot issuesCross-Functional CoordinationHosts and facilitates cross-departmental meetingsDocuments and recommends actions to senior team membersProvides summary notes and follow-up communications to working teamsQualificationsUndergraduate degree with strong academic background; MBA, CFA or CPA preferred but not requiredExtensive experience, preferably at a leading investment bank, consulting firm, private equity, or corporate finance/development at a technology firmPrevious experience in data centers, digital infrastructure, or TMT preferredEffective communication and interpersonal skills; collaborative team orientationStrong commercial judgment, work ethic, professionalism and intellectual curiosityExcellent analytical and financial analysis skills. Equinix is committed to ensuring that our employment process is open to all individuals, including those with a disability. If you are a qualified candidate and need assistance or an accommodation, please let us know by completing this form.

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SummaryLocation: LondonType: Full time