EMEA Acquisitions Lead

Adainfrastructure; London; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in data center development is seeking an EMEA Acquisitions Lead in London. This strategic role involves managing site selection, real estate negotiations, and cross-functional collaboration. The ideal candidate has over 10 years of experience in real estate transactions and project management within large-scale infrastructure.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in site selection or real estate transactions.
• Deep understanding of data center requirements.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead negotiations for land acquisitions and lease agreements.
• Oversee due diligence processes, including environmental assessments.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams to ensure project timelines and budgets are met.

Skills

Negotiation

Project Management

Financial Modeling

Market Analysis

Organizational Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in real estate, business, engineering, or a related field

Advanced degree preferred

Tools

GIS mapping software

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

EMEA Acquisitions Lead

Department: Delivery

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: London

Description

The Director, Acquisitions EMEA will lead the end-to-end process of identifying, evaluating, and acquiring optimal sites for data center development. This strategic role combines expertise in real estate transactions, project management, and data center infrastructure requirements to drive the successful expansion of our global footprint. The Director will collaborate cross-functionally with internal teams, external consultants, and local authorities to ensure all projects align with operational, financial, and regulatory objectives.

Key responsibilities include managing site selection strategies, negotiating real estate transactions, overseeing due diligence processes, and ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget. The ideal candidate brings a proven track record in real estate acquisition, site selection for large-scale infrastructure, and project leadership, along with deep knowledge of data center industry standards and requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Site Selection & Strategy
  • Develop and execute strategies for identifying and evaluating data center locations.
  • Analyze geographic, market, and technical criteria to support business growth.
• Real Estate Transactions
  • Lead negotiations for land acquisitions and lease agreements.
  • Manage relationships with brokers, legal teams, and regulatory agencies.
• Due Diligence & Feasibility
  • Oversee due diligence, including environmental and utility assessments.
  • Evaluate risks, costs, and site suitability for data center requirements.
• Project Management
  • Coordinate cross-functional teams to ensure project timelines and budgets are met.Manage external consultants and vendors for site development.
• Stakeholder Collaboration
  • Partner with internal teams and external stakeholders to align site selection with business goals.
  • Maintain strong relationships with local authorities and community stakeholders.
• Financial Oversight
  • Manage budgets and evaluate financial models for cost-effective site selection.
  • Report on KPIs and provide recommendations to leadership.
• Leadership
  • Build and mentor a high-performing team to support site acquisition initiatives.
  • Foster a collaborative and innovative work culture.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Bachelor’s degree in real estate, business, engineering, or a related field; advanced degree preferred.
• 10+ years of experience in site selection, real estate transactions, or related roles, ideally in data center or large-scale infrastructure projects.
• Deep understanding of data center requirements, including power, cooling, connectivity, and scalability.
• Proficiency in real estate acquisition, zoning regulations, permitting, and environmental assessments.
• Proven ability to manage complex, cross-functional projects with tight deadlines and budgets.
• Strong organizational and planning skills, with attention to detail and risk management.
• Experience with financial modeling, cost analysis, and budget management.
• Ability to assess market trends and translate data into actionable insights.
• Exceptional negotiation skills with a track record of successful real estate transactions.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills to interact with internal teams, stakeholders, and external partners.
• Experience building and leading high-performing teams.
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams and drive alignment across stakeholders.
• Familiarity with international site selection processes and regulations, particularly in emerging markets.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally as needed.
• Proficiency in project management tools, GIS mapping software, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Knowledge of data center-specific software is a plus.