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About the Role

The Director, Acquisitions, is a senior member of Digital Realty’s regional Investments team, responsible for leading the identification, underwriting, and execution of strategic investments across the Americas — including acquisitions, developments, joint ventures, and capital partnerships. You will drive investment strategy, shape business cases for growth, and lead high-value, cross-functional projects that advance Digital Realty’s global platform. Reporting to the Vice President, Americas Investments, you will work closely with senior leadership and key stakeholders across Business Development, Portfolio Management, Design & Construction, Operations, Tax, Legal, and Finance to evaluate opportunities and deliver investment recommendations that align with the company’s strategic and financial objectives.

Responsibilities

Source, structure, and execute complex investment transactions including acquisitions, land/development projects, joint ventures, and strategic partnerships.
Lead underwriting, financial modeling, and return analysis (DCF, IRR, accretion/dilution, sensitivity) to assess investment viability and optimize capital deployment.
Oversee preparation and presentation of Investment Committee materials, ensuring strategic clarity, analytical rigor, and actionable recommendations.
Manage the full investment lifecycle from initial screening through closing and post-close performance tracking.
Partner with internal and external stakeholders (including JV partners, advisors, and lenders) to negotiate key deal terms and ensure alignment on commercial and legal outcomes.
Partner closely with internal teams to align development, design, and operational considerations with investment objectives.
Serve as the primary point of contact for investment activity within assigned markets or asset classes.
Guide analysts and associates in financial analysis, due diligence, and materials preparation; serve as a mentor and subject matter expert across the Investments team.
Provide thought leadership on market trends, competitive dynamics, and capital flows affecting the data center and digital infrastructure sectors.
Identify and evaluate opportunities for portfolio optimization, asset recycling, or capital partnership expansion.
Contribute to regional strategy discussions and long-term growth planning.

Requirements

8–12 years of progressive experience in real estate investments, corporate finance, private equity, or investment banking.
Bachelor’s degree required.
Expert-level financial modeling and valuation skills.
Proven ability to lead cross-functional deal teams and manage complex transactions through closing.
Deep understanding of real estate fundamentals, capital structures, and investment metrics.
Exceptional communication skills, including the ability to translate financial insights into strategic recommendations for senior leadership.
Strong executive presence, analytical rigor, and commercial judgment.
Demonstrated ability to thrive in a fast-paced, global environment managing multiple priorities and stakeholders.

Skills

Excel
Argus
Financial modeling
Valuation
Communication
Analytical rigor
Commercial judgment

Location

San Francisco, CA
New York, NY

Work Type

Full-time

Experience Level

8–12 years of progressive experience

Education Level

Bachelor’s degree
MBA or advanced degree in Finance, Real Estate, or related field strongly preferred

Salary/Compensations

$190K - $200K annually

Benefits

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life and AD&D insurance
401k match
Disability benefits
Wellness benefits
Education benefits
Employee stock purchase plan
Paid time off
Holidays

About the Company

Our rapidly evolving business sector offers the opportunity to be part of a courageous and passionate team who work together to understand and meet the changing needs of our global customers.
Join us and you’ll be part of a supportive and inclusive environment where you can bring your whole self to work. As part of our team, you’ll get to work with people from different business areas, challenge the way we do things and put your ideas into action. We’ll also give you plenty of development opportunities so you can build a rewarding and successful career with us.
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