CLOUD CAPITAL – Associate

Description:

Cloud 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 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 The Role Entails

The successful Associate will have the opportunity to work on a variety of transactions that provide exposure to various real estate private equity services, including, real estate acquisitions and dispositions, mergers and acquisitions, fund management, and debt and equity raising initiatives, etc. The candidate will also conduct research and evaluate economic and real estate data and prepare well-organized written memos and presentations for senior management and investors. This is an exciting opportunity to work directly with senior leadership and gain direct exposure and interactions with clients.

Requirements:

What You Will Get to Do

· Assisting with the preparation and evaluation of investment proposals, including Investment Committee papers

· Assisting/leading with transaction due diligence and execution, including leading workstreams and building and/or reviewing financial models, as required

· Leading market and sector research and analysis, and provide updates on any insights or developments

· Collaborating with senior investment professionals in originating, evaluating and analyzing new investment opportunities

· Assisting the group with managing and monitoring existing investments, and identifying and implementing new initiatives as part of the group’s asset management plan

· Working with existing portfolio companies to assist in the execution of their respective business plans from the point of initial investment to exit

· Managing and maintaining relationships within the industry, including investment banks, fund managers, independent valuers, consultants, and peer institutional investors

What You Bring to The Role

· A minimum of two (2) years of relevant industry experience in Private Equity or Merger & Acquisition Advisory from a prominent investment bank or real estate firm

· Possess a demonstrated track record of relevant deal flow execution

· Strong quantitative/numerical skills – advanced financial and operational modelling skills

· Independent and entrepreneurial character with high commercial acumen and a ‘returns’ driven mindset

· Strong written/presentation and oral communication skills

· Able to work effectively and collaboratively with different members of the team

· A bachelor’s degree covering Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Engineering or another quantitative subject

What We Offer

CloudHQ’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 Opportunity
CloudHQ is an equal employee 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.

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