CLOUD CAPITAL - Senior Associate, Asset Management

Description:Who We AreCloud Capital is a global investment management firm founded by Hossein Fateh, the Founder and CEO of CloudHQ LLC and Co-founder and former CEO of DuPont Fabros Technology (DFT). The firm was established to identify, manage, and capitalize on acquisitions of high-quality data centers across the globe. Led by a team of highly experienced investment professionals and supported by CloudHQ, Cloud Capital will acquire, manage, develop and operate data centers to become the long-term owner and operator of choice for tenants globally.What You Get to Do· Performance Analysis: Collect, analyze, and review property management reports, including KPIs relevant to both technical performance and financial strategy. Identify and address potential investment risks and opportunities· Asset Improvement: Drive improvements in asset management systems and processes, incorporating technological advancements and best practices in data center operations· Issue Resolution: Effectively identify asset performance issues, escalate to senior leadership as needed, and collaboratively determine actionable solutions· Tenant and Stakeholder Relationships: Build and maintain strong relationships with tenants, property managers, leasing brokers, and development managers. Act as the key liaison to ensure alignment between tenant needs and data center capabilities· Leasing and Property Management: Oversee leasing activities, property management, facility upgrades, and construction management. Collaborate with brokers to fill vacancies and negotiate lease renewals· Investment Support: Assist and provide input to the Investment Management team with business plans, quarterly reports, and budgets for acquisitions and during the hold period. Provide support with valuation and due diligence process.· Capital Markets Support. Assist in refinancing and new financings as needed · Property Management: lead property management on MN DC, DC-6 and any future US/European assets of a similar type. Work with CC finance/accounting team; oversee CHQ property management reports · ESG Strategy: Develop and implement asset management ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) initiatives tailored to data center operations and related reporting requirementsScope: Global coverage (US and Europe only currently)Requirements:What You Bring to The RoleEducation: Bachelor’s Degree in Finance or related field from an accredited university; Master’s Degree highly preferredExperience: 8 years of relevant sector experience in real estate investment management, REIT or at an owner/operator/developer. Data center asset management experience highly desiredKnowledge, Skills, and Abilities:· Strategic mindset combined with a hands-on approach to asset management. · Ability to understand risk analysis and opportunities and develop recommendations on how to identify solutions and maximize value across investments.· Detail-oriented quantitative approach to business with excellent financial analysis skills and proficiency in Microsoft Excel· Strong understanding of operating results, valuations, and investment returns.· Excellent communication and presentation skills. Ability to build and maintain positive relationships with tenants, prospects, internal team members, and external partners.· Highly proactive, detail oriented and organized with the ability to prioritize workload effectively.· Independent and entrepreneurial character with high commercial acumen and a ‘returns’ driven mindset.· Able to work effectively and collaboratively with different members of the team at various levels.Other Requirements: frequent travel to various assets, both domestic and international will be required.What We OfferCloud Capital’s people and culture are the most enriching aspects that make us a great place to work. We are strengthened by industry experts who bring extensive knowledge, skill, and experience; leaders who bring vision, innovation and commitment to our people; and an expanding team of individuals who believe in that vision, and bring their best to support their customers and team.Our employees enjoy competitive compensation and rewarding incentives, comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability), 401(k) with match, 12 paid holidays, generous PTO, development opportunities, and the ability to closely impact and contribute to the growth of an exceptional organization.Equal Employment OpportunityCloud Capital is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or other legally protected status.