WHO YOU ARE:

The Director of Capital Markets supports the VP, Capital Markets in managing the execution and administration of QTS’ financing and capital markets activities and plays an integral role in contributing to the long-term financial strategy of the Company.This role involves contributing to near- and long-term liquidity forecasting and identifying financing strategies to optimize capital resources.  This role will also contribute directly to strategic projects including M&A, long-term forecasting, competitive research and valuation analysis in addition to financial reporting and presentations to executive leadership.  In this role you will report to the VP, Capital Markets and work as a key member of a small, tight-knit team in a fast-paced environment supporting QTS’ accelerating growth profile.  You will have regular interaction and exposure to the broader executive leadership team as well as members of Blackstone, QTS’ majority owner and one of the largest and most sophisticated private investment firms in the world. 

This role will provide you an opportunity to develop a deep understanding of the data center and real estate industries and the tools to develop into a future leader at QTS. 

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

• Manage the execution and administration of complex financial transactions, including collaboration with banking partners, coordination among internal departments and other transaction participants, evaluation of key financing terms, and ongoing administration

• Interact with lenders, investors, rating agencies and third-party consultants to foster a strong understanding of QTS’ business model to facilitate optimal transaction execution

• Independently develop and maintain financial models to support strategic decision-making including loan structuring, liquidity and interest forecasting, sensitivity analysis and capital allocation

• Prepare and present materials and analysis to internal leaders and Blackstone partners in support of overall financial strategy

• Develop subject matter expertise in QTS’ capital structure and financing terms and independently manage ongoing administration and compliance

• Contribute to ongoing strategic initiatives including M&A and global expansion

• Contribute to preparation and presentation of Board materials, ongoing reporting dashboards and ad hoc requests

WHAT YOU NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL:                                                 

• Bachelor’s degree preferably in Business, Finance, Economics, or Accounting

• 7+ years of progressive work experience in corporate, investment banking or capital markets at a top-tier financial institution or in-house capital markets experience at a company

• Experience with executing financial transactions such as credit facilities, mortgage-secured loans and securitization

• Ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously while working under pressure to meet deadlines

• Strong Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint skills

• Advanced proficiency in analytical and financial modeling including ability to build comprehensive models including integrated income statement, balance sheet and cash flow statement

• Ability to synthesize large amounts of data and arrive at reasonable conclusions quickly

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Strong understanding of real estate capital markets, data center industry experience is desirable

• Experience with private company capital structure

• Strong written communication and presentation abilities

• Experience providing financial and analytical support to a capital-intensive business

• Familiarity with European capital markets is desirable

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Strong work ethic, self-motivated, resourceful and capable of effective independent judgement

• Strong working knowledge of financing principles and loan documentation

• Ability to organize, 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 digest the information

• Enthusiastic attitude in a team environment and ability to work independently

• Interest in real estate development, technology, and/or the data center industry 

• High attention to detail and accuracy

• Excellent written and oral communication skills

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