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Job Summary

The ‘Valuation M&A and Strategic Ventures, Senior Analyst’ will play a pivotal role in supporting Equinix’s growth strategy. You will act as a financial valuation engine within the M&A Finance team, developing and operating valuation models, engaging in financial due diligence, and providing analytical rigor required for growth path decisions. The role offers high visibility, bridging the gap between technical financial modeling and high-level strategic execution. 

 

Responsibilities 

Financial Modeling & Valuation 

• Modeling and Valuation of Growth Opportunities: Develop, maintain, and audit operating and valuation models (e.g., DCF, EPS, ROIC) for potential acquisitions, joint ventures, and strategic ventures

• Thesis Development: Support development and conversion of strategic assumptions into financial inputs and outputs. Work with business leaders to build cash models that form the "Why" behind a potential transaction

• Scenario Analysis: Provide and support analysis of various structural alternatives (e.g., build vs. buy, partnership vs. acquisition) and financing scenarios to guide investment decisions

 

Financial Due Diligence & Deal Execution 

• Diligence Coordination: Support the financial due diligence (FDD) process, including performing Quality of Earnings, Net Debt, and Net Working Capital analyses as well as managing external service providers

• Risk Quantification: Assess and gather critical diligence findings and ensure they are incorporated accurately in the financial model

• Transaction Documents Review: Review and assess business risks within SPAs/APAs and disclosure schedules with specific emphasis on financial definitions, representations & warranties, indemnities, and the closing mechanisms

 

Market Intelligence & Target Origination 

• Sector Analysis: Analyze deal activity, trading multiples, and macro trends within the digital infrastructure and associated sectors

• Database Management: Maintain a robust database of transaction and trading comparables to benchmark valuations

• Pipeline Management: Maintain the global M&A pipeline database, coordinating across teams, and informing on resource allocation across active growth pursuits

 

Strategic Support & Process Improvement 

• Executive Communication: Assist in the creation of materials for Executives, including Investment Committee and Board presentations, with ability to articulate strategic rationales and financial impacts of pursuits assessed

• Best Practices: Contribute to the evolvement of the M&A & Strategic Ventures Playbook, by standardizing tools, diligence lists, valuation frameworks, methodologies, etc.

• Actuals vs. Plans (Lookbacks): Support post-close reviews to analyze whether strategic and investment objectives were met, driving continuous improvement in the Team

 

Qualifications

• Technical Mastery: Advanced proficiency in Excel, including complex financial modeling and macros (preferred)

• Additional Skills (Preferred): Python programming for data analysis and automation, familiarity with AI agent implementation and automation concepts, strong learning agility and eagerness to adopt emerging technologies

• Accounting Knowledge: Strong grasp of US GAAP, with the ability to navigate complex financial statements and understand the impact of NWC and Debt-like items on valuation

• Soft Skills: High attention to detail, ability to manage multiple live deal workstreams simultaneously, and strong written communication skills for executive presentations

• Experience: 3–5 years of experience in Investment Banking, Transaction Advisory (Big 4), Private Equity, or Corporate Development teams

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in finance, economics, accounting, or a related quantitative field

The targeted pay range for this position in the following location is / locations are:

United States - Dallas Infomart Office DAI : 90,000 - 136,000 USD / Annual

Our pay ranges reflect the minimum and maximum target for new hire pay for the full-time position determined by role, level, and location.The pay range shown is based on our compensation structure in place at the time of posting and may be updated periodically based on business needs. Individual pay is based on additional factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education and/or training.

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.

Equinix Benefits

As an employee, you become important to Equinix’s success. We ensure all your benefits are in line with our core values: competitive, inclusive, sustainable, connected and efficient. We keep them competitive within the current marketplace to ensure we’re providing you with the best package possible. So, wherever you are in your career and life, you’ll be able to enhance your experience and bring your whole self to work.

Employee Assistance Program: An Employee Assistance program is available to all employees.

US Benefits: - Insurance: You may enroll in health, life, disability and voluntary plans that are designed for you and your eligible family members. - Retirement: You and Equinix may contribute to a retirement plan to help you plan for your financial future. - Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays: You will receive an accrued amount of PTO each pay period along with various paid holidays for you to rest and recharge. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific plan or program terms.

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. 

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