Director, Global Investment

General Description

Director, Global Investment

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Your role at a glance

The Director, Global Investment is a key leadership role within the Investment team, responsible for supporting the strategic planning, execution, and integration of mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, and other corporate transactions. Reporting to the Vice President of Global Investment, this role plays a critical part in driving growth, expansion, and value creation through effective investment analysis, due diligence, and cross‑functional collaboration.

Key Responsibilities

• Supports the development and execution of the global investment strategy aligned with corporate objectives
• Lead financial analysis, underwriting, and execution of prospective acquisitions, joint ventures, and divestitures
• Manage the creation of detailed financial models and sensitivity analyses for individual investments and portfolios
• Draft and review Investment Committee Memorandums and support presentations to senior leadership
• Coordinate and analyze due diligence processes, including legal, financial, and operational assessments
• Collaborate with legal counsel on contract negotiations and outstanding issues
• Monitor market trends, competitive activity, and emerging opportunities to inform investment decisions
• Provide strategic insights and recommendations to senior leadership based on data‑driven analysis
• Ensure compliance with legal, regulatory, and ethical standards throughout the investment lifecycle
• Manage and mentor a team of investment analysts and managers, fostering professional development and performance
• Contribute to the integration of acquired entities and the realization of synergies post‑transaction
• Support the implementation of global investment standards across regional affiliates
• Prepare and deliver clear, persuasive reports and presentations to internal stakeholders
• Contribute to the setting of policies, standards and guidelines for how the organization conducts strategy development and planning
• Oversee the implementation of strategy, working with internal stakeholders to maximize achievement of overall strategic objectives
• Ensure the implementation of process, policies and procedures
• Plan, manage and control the activities of a team that provides business intelligence and strategic planning support
• Manage initiatives that analyze business problems and issues
• Perform other duties as assigned

Knowledge & Attributes

• Ability to facilitate cross‑functional/cross‑region cooperation
• Demonstrates strong business acumen, expertise, and strategic planning skills
• Strong understanding of investment strategy, financial modeling, and valuation techniques
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex transactions and cross‑functional teams
• Excellent analytical, critical thinking, and problem‑solving skills
• Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, both internal and external, to support successful deal execution
• Advanced knowledge and use of Microsoft Excel required (must be able to use lookups, pivot tables, and other advanced functionality)
• Advanced skillset in Microsoft Suite of products (Outlook, PowerPoint, Word)
• Able to work in a team environment. Manages stress and/or fast‑pace effectively
• Able to adapt effectively to changing priorities

Academic Qualifications & Certifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Finance, Business Administration, or a related field preferred
• Advanced degree (MBA) is preferred

Required Experience

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• At least 8 years’ experience in corporate finance/M&A or real asset investment, including exposure to underwriting, valuing and due diligence
• Extended experience gained within a similar leadership capacity preferably within a similar global organization
• Extended experience in planning, developing, and managing budgets
• Extended experience directly managing people
• Extended working experience in a strategic leadership and management position, preferably working as a senior strategy manager in a fast‑paced and dynamic business environment
• Extended experience in strategic planning and analysis, marketing/market research, competitive intelligence, and corporate business development
• Understanding of the business of Real Estate (and ideally data centers, Corporate Finance and transaction structuring)

Physical Requirements

• Remain stationary for long periods of time
• Operate computer, peripherals, and other office equipment
• Perform work during UK business hours and time zones

Work Conditions & Other Requirements

• Additional languages are a distinct advantage
• Must be able to accommodate calls in global time zones
• Travel required 25% of time
• Predominantly office‑based and from time to time will be permitted to perform work from a remote location with stable internet connection