Corporate Development Senior Analyst (Redwood City)

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Job Summary

The Corporate Development Senior Associate supports Regional business planning/analysis, strategic initiatives, and new business development research. They are expected to build strong partnerships with some major functions and consult on strategic planning, mergers and acquisitions, and real estate investments.
Responsibilities
Investment Management

• Assists in evaluation of real estate strategy for each metro and supports capex forecasts on planned development

• Supports the preparation of business cases for new development

• Conducts financial modeling and assists in development of presentations

• Coordinates with Design, Construction, Sales, Ops, Finance and other departments to determine optimal development plans

• Coordinates investment approval process and capex prioritization

• Assists with creation of investment proposals to executive management

• Assists in evaluation of site business performance against plans

• Supports asset management optimization strategies including expansion, contraction, disposition and reconfiguration of properties

• Conducts financial analysis and IRR models

• Conducts ad hoc financial analysis and support investment analysis for other business units, including M&A, Strategy, Business Development, and others

M&A

• Analyzes trends and deal activity in sectors of interest to Equinix

• Supports analyses of different structural alternatives (i.e., build vs. buy, equity investment vs. partnership vs. acquisition)

• Conducts analyses to support the development of M&A thesis (the why) in support of Strategy with the Business Unit Heads

• Provides support to senior team members in the development of operational models and synergy forecasts for targets

• May assist with the storyboarding of presentations to drive discussion at the Senior Executive level

Strategic Planning and Development

• Independently conducts competitive market research on trends that have a potential to impact the business, as assigned by senior leadership

• Conducts and prepares reports on research

Project and Program Management

• Attends and supports cross functional team meetings

• Assists in preparation of Executive staff and Board presentation materials

• Supports efforts on internal consulting projects focused on new markets/products, growth initiatives or profitability improvements

• Aids in short-term consulting/problem solving/performance improvement support & advice to E-team, as needed

• Prepares team meeting materials

Cross-Functional Coordination

• Develops relationships with key stakeholders throughout the company

• Proactively communicates with internal departments to ensure accurate data is used for modeling purposes

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred; CPA or MBA a plus

• 1+ years of business experience, preferably in Investment Banking/Top tier Management consulting/Corporate Finance/Corporate Development at a leading technology company preferred

The United States targeted pay range for this position in the following location is / locations are:
• San Francisco, CA / Bay Area: $122,000 to $184,000 per year
Our pay ranges reflect the minimum and maximum target for new hire pay for the full-time position determined by role, level, and location. Individual pay is based on additional factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education and/or training.
This position may be offered in other locations. Your recruiter can share more about the specific pay range for your preferred location during the hiring process.
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.
As an employee, you become important to Equinix’s success. Details about our company benefits can be found at the following link:
USA Benefits eBook

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 .

Equinix is an Equal Employment Opportunity and, in the U.S., an Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to unlawful consideration of race, color, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, place of birth, citizenship, sex, pregnancy / childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or domestic partnership status, age, veteran or military status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, political / organizational affiliation, status as a victim or family member of a victim of crime or abuse, or any other status protected by applicable law.

The United States targeted pay range for this position in the following location is / locations are:
• San Francisco, CA / Bay Area: $122,000 to $184,000 per year
Our pay ranges reflect the minimum and maximum target for new hire pay for the full-time position determined by role, level, and location. Individual pay is based on additional factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education and/or training.
This position may be offered in other locations. Your recruiter can share more about the specific pay range for your preferred location during the hiring process.
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.
As an employee, you become important to Equinix’s success. Details about our company benefits can be found at the following link:
USA Benefits eBook