Mergers and Acquisitions Manager

Spencer Ogden; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a well-funded start-up in the UK as a Development Manager, leading the identification and delivery of data centre opportunities. This role combines commercial strategy with technical alignment, offering a chance to shape the future of digital infrastructure. You'll work with landowners, assess site feasibility, and engage with stakeholders to drive projects forward. Ideal for someone with a strong commercial background and a passion for innovative infrastructure.

Qualifications

• Experience in data centre and infrastructure development.
• Ability to develop business cases and lead negotiations.

Responsibilities

• Identify and evaluate development sites with teams.
• Negotiate land rights and manage the planning process.
• Oversee project progress and ensure internal reporting.

Skills

Commercial Acumen

Technical Capability

Negotiation

Stakeholder Engagement

Job description

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Location:

United Kingdom (Preferred focus on Scotland)

Overview

An exciting, well-funded start-up in the data centre and infrastructure development space is seeking a commercially astute and technically capable Development Manager to lead the identification, assessment, and delivery of colocation and hyperscale data centre opportunities across the UK, with a strategic focus on Scotland.

This role sits at the intersection of pre-construction development and commercial strategy, responsible for shaping the business’s data centre pipeline and driving value through land acquisition, infrastructure assessment, and M&A-aligned opportunity appraisal. You will develop compelling business cases, lead negotiations with landowners, coordinate grid connection feasibility, and work cross-functionally to deliver Ready-To-Build (RTB) sites for in-house development or strategic exit.

Key Responsibilities

Site Identification & Assessment

• Identify and evaluate development sites in collaboration with technical and commercial teams.
• Conduct mapping, initiate contact with landowners, and lead early-stage engagement with key stakeholders.

Land Acquisition & Legal Strategy

• Negotiate and conclude Heads of Terms and Option Agreements with landowners or their representatives.
• Support the legal process to secure land rights and optimise site control through flexible structuring.

Pre-Construction Technical Alignment

• Work with the Technical Office and grid providers (e.g., DNOs, National Grid) to assess power availability and secure suitable connections.
• Evaluate site feasibility, including environmental, planning, and infrastructure constraints.
• Develop data-driven business cases including financial modelling, site valuation, and market positioning.
• Support or lead on due diligence for acquisitions, disposals, and joint ventures in line with corporate investment objectives.
• Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders to align development activities with M&A strategy and capital deployment goals.

Planning & Stakeholder Engagement

• Oversee the planning process to secure permissions, working closely with planning consultants and statutory bodies.
• Build and maintain effective relationships with local authorities, regulatory stakeholders, and industry partners.
• Monitor and report on project progress, risks, and key deliverables to senior leadership.
• Manage budgets, track milestones, and ensure accurate internal reporting.

About the Company

This is a rare opportunity to join an ambitious start-up at the leading edge of digital infrastructure development. With strong financial backing and a high-growth trajectory, the company is building a team of forward-thinking professionals who want to shape the future of the UK’s data and energy landscape. You’ll be empowered to make a real impact from day one, with the resources and support to grow your career in a dynamic, mission-driven environment.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Project Management and Strategy/Planning

• Industries

  IT Services and IT Consulting and Services for Renewable Energy

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