Corporate Finance Manager

CDC; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

CDC Data Centres is seeking a Corporate Finance Manager to provide financial and commercial leadership for growth in data centre developments, expansions and new markets. You will deliver financial analysis, modelling and strategic insights to support capital allocation, investment decisions and value creation.

You will lead investment analyses, evaluate partnerships, and maintain complex financial models to guide executive decisions and shareholder value.

Qualifications

• 6-10 years experience in investment banking/M&A or related corporate advisory fields.
• Experience in infrastructure or energy sectors is advantageous.
• Experience building fully integrated three-way financial models (income statement, balance sheet, cash flow).

Responsibilities

• Lead investment analysis and business case development for new data centre developments and major capital projects.
• Evaluate mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures, and partnerships with detailed financial analysis.
• Own and maintain the corporate financial model to inform executive and board decisions.
• Support commercial negotiations, customer contracting, energy infrastructure strategies, and funding planning.
• Collaborate with Treasury on cash flow, capex, financing needs, and debt opportunities.

Skills

Investment analysis

Financial modelling

Capital allocation

Stakeholder management

Commercial judgement

M&A experience

Job description

About us:

Established in 2007, CDC Data Centresis Australia's leading operator of sovereign, secure, world-class data centre facilities.

About us:

Established in 2007, CDC Data Centresis Australia's leading operator of sovereign, secure, world-class data centre facilities.

Headquartered in Canberra with multiple facilities in the ACT, NSW, VIC and New Zealand, including an expansion into WA, CDC's diversified operationsprovide secure data centre configurations that support co-location, containerised and hyperscale compute environments with all campuses interconnected with high-speed carrier grade networks.

At CDC we are passionate about creating an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity. We believe that everyone's unique experiences enable us to deliver meaningful benefits for our people, our clients and communities. Our mission is to attract, retain and grow the world's best data centre team.

Our people are committed, tenacious and meticulous in supporting our customers. Together, we configure the landscape to meet the security, reliability, connectivity and sustainability needs for today and tomorrow.

About the Role:

The corporate finance manager is responsible for providing financial and commercial leadership underpinning CDC's growth strategy. The role plays a significant role in assessing and executing new data centre developments, expansion into new markets and strategic growth initiatives. This role provides critical commercial insights and financial analysis that supports capital allocation, investment decisions and long-term value creation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead investment analysis and business case development for new data centre developments, expansions, and major capital projects, providing financial modelling, feasibility assessments, and recommendations to support investment decisions.
• Drive strategic growth initiatives by evaluating mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures, market expansion opportunities, and strategic partnerships through detailed financial analysis and commercial insights.
• Own and maintain the corporate financial model, assessing business performance, growth opportunities, funding requirements, risks, and value drivers to support executive, Board, and shareholder decision-making.
• Provide commercial and analytical support for customer contracting, energy infrastructure strategies, and major commercial negotiations, helping optimise business outcomes and shareholder value.
• Support capital allocation and funding activities by partnering with Treasury to analyse cash flow, capital expenditure, financing requirements, and debt raising opportunities to ensure sustainable growth and capital management

What's In It For You

CDC offers the following to support your wellbeing, growth and success:

• CDC Academy - Make your mark by enhancing your professional development through specialised learning and training
• CDC Day - An additional paid day of leave dedicated to your health and wellbeing
• Parental Leave - Inclusive and progressive parental leave to support your family at every stage
• Volunteer Leave - Two paid days per year to support causes or charities that matter to you
• Employee Assistance Program - Confidential support for you and your family
• CDC Social Events - Inclusive events that bring our people and families together through BBQs, picnics and community activities

About You:

Experience:

• 6-10 Years working in investment banking/M&A, funds management, corporate development/strategy, or corporate advisory
• Experience within the infrastructure or energy sectors is highly beneficial
• Strong ability to develop, review and analyse fully integrated three-way financial models, with a deep understanding of the relationships between the income statement, balance sheet and cash flow statement
• Demonstrated experience of independently leading workstreams, managing stakeholders, and implementing commercial judgement in decision making
• Deeply curious, with a genuine desire to develop a deep understanding of CDC's business, with the ability to translate complex data and ambiguity into meaningful commercial insights

Essential:

Australian Citizenship with ability to obtain and maintain a NV1 Security Clearance.

We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all individuals are valued and respected. We believe that diversity of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences leads to innovation and success. We actively promote equality and strive to create a welcoming environment for all employees. We are dedicated to building a team that reflects the diversity of our community and we encourage everyone to bring their authentic selves to work.