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About the Role

The Real Estate Investments Director, Europe, leads strategic direction and execution of real estate investment initiatives across the region, overseeing portfolio growth, investment management, deal negotiation, and client engagement. This role involves coordination with equity partners, feasibility analysis, due diligence, acquisition and development, and project oversight for all real estate transactions, while also communicating with the QTS Executive Team and Board regarding real estate decisions.

Responsibilities

Develop strategies for European data center markets to support business growth
Collaborate with sellers, partners, and property owners to manage and transform the real estate portfolio
Lead due diligence and closing processes for real estate transactions, coordinating with internal teams and third-party stakeholders
Partner with cross-functional teams to architect and communicate strategic plans, including cost and return analyses
Monitor and analyze local real estate submarkets, industry trends, competitive activity, and market conditions
Advise business leaders on datacenter market fundamentals to inform strategic decisions
Collect, interpret, and report data relevant to investment and operational performance
Represent the company in meetings and calls with key stakeholders, providing insights and responses for new market opportunities
Conduct economic research and prepare reports to support business strategy and development
Draft investment materials including memorandums, presentations, and proposals for real estate and finance-related projects
Provide additional analysis and reporting as required by the Executive Committee and Board

Requirements

Minimum of 10 years of experience in the real estate industry
Bachelor’s degree required; in business or real estate
At least 5 years of experience in the data center industry, including sales or business development in Cloud, Co-location, Telecom, or Network sectors
Proven experience working with enterprise and hyperscale clients
Familiarity with co-location and cloud strategy is preferred

Skills

Ability to organise, interpret, and draw appropriate conclusions from large volumes of data and to creatively present the information in a manner that enables non-financial managers to easily understand the information
High attention to detail and accuracy
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Enthusiastic attitude in a team environment and ability to work independently
Positive, flexible outlook

Experience Level

Minimum of 10 years of experience in the real estate industry
At least 5 years of experience in the data center industry

Education Level

Bachelor’s degree required; in business or real estate
Master’s degree in business or real estate preferred

Benefits

25 days annual leave and public holidays
32 paid volunteering hours per year
Salary sacrifice pension scheme
Employer paid private medical and dental cover for employees and dependents
Life assurance
Illness financial protection including critical illness cover and income protection
Employee referral bonus equivalent to exchange rates of $2,500 at time of award, subject to eligibility
Roth and Traditional 401(k) matching contributions with immediate vesting
Generous PTO, Paid Volunteer Days Plus Floating Holidays
Stock Purchase Plan (SPP)
11 paid Holidays Annually/Holiday compensation when worked
Pet and Legal Insurance
Q-Rest Sabbatical Program
Q-Anniversary Service Award Program
Parental Leave for primary and secondary caregivers
Military Benefits Package
QTS Charitable Matching Gift Program
QTS Scholarship for Employee Dependents
QTS Crisis Fund
Wellness Program
Tuition Reimbursement Program

About the Company

It’s exhilarating to find yourself at a pivotal moment in history— and even more so to be leading the way. At QTS Data Centers, we are proud to stand at the forefront of today’s dynamic digital transformation. Our world-class data centers empower our customers’ most strategic growth initiatives, positioning us as a global leader in digital infrastructure. As AI and cloud technologies fuel the demand for increased speed, capacity, and innovation, QTS has emerged as the global digital infrastructure leader. We are committed to connecting the globe for good. Driven by purpose and a spirit of innovation, we design, build, and operate some of the most advanced data centers worldwide. In addition to our cutting-edge technology, we are dedicated to sustainability, incorporating renewable energy solutions to minimize our environmental footprint and drive meaningful impact. As a proud portfolio company of Blackstone, QTS is uniquely positioned to achieve ambitious growth and innovation goals. At QTS, we are Powered by People. Our team members are the cornerstone of our culture, innovation, and growth. They are mission-driven, resourceful, and committed to making a positive impact in the communities where we live and work. Together, we’re achieving remarkable things and shaping the future of digital infrastructure. And we’d like to invite you to join us.

Equal Opportunity

We provide individuals with disabilities reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment in accordance with applicable law. Please contact us to request an accommodation on TalentAcquisition@QTSDataCenters.com