Investment Analyst

QTS Data Centers • Duluth, GA

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About The Position

It's exciting to find yourself standing in a pivotal moment in time. It’s even more exciting to be out front leading it. At QTS, our world-class data centers are supporting our customers most strategic growth initiatives, positioning us at the forefront of today’s dynamic digital transformation. As AI and cloud drive the demand for increased speed, capacity and capability, QTS has emerged as the global digital infrastructure leader, committed to connecting the world for good. Driven by purpose and fueled by a spirit of innovation, QTS designs, builds and operates some of the world’s most advanced, forward-thinking data centers. QTS is a portfolio company of Blackstone. QTS is Powered by People. People who play a vital role in our company’s culture, innovation and growth. People who are committed to contributing to the communities where we operate and work. People who are knowledgeable, resourceful and mission driven. Together, we do great things. Who You Are: The Investments Analyst position is a part of QTS’ Strategic Planning and Investments team which is focused on driving core growth initiatives domestically and internationally including: Land and operating asset acquisitions New development opportunities including build-to-suit (single customer) and multi-tenant sites Strategic asset management such as re-tenanting and asset repositioning What You Will Do: The Investments Analyst will be responsible for helping the team create and support the following: Prepare investment materials such as investment memorandums, presentations, and proposals Create financial models to evaluate company acquisitions, financings (joint-venture, equity initiatives, etc.), land, and capital recycling Assist in managing projects from identification through completion, including coordination of due diligence teams, model underwriting, and financing Lead calls and meetings with key internal and external constituents as well as partner with business leaders to ensure that they understand the key financial drivers of the various opportunities The role requires keen skills in the areas of real estate, financial modeling, and technology, along with the ability to lead through influence and communicate with the executive team and Blackstone partners. What You Need to be Successful: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree preferably with a concentration in Finance, Economics, Accounting or Mathematics or equivalent professional experience 1+ years of working experience – preferably in a collaborative financial environment (banking, investment fund, real estate, etc.) Proficiency in MS Office applications, especially Excel Nice To Have: Knowledge of financial concepts such as WACC, NPV, IRR and ROI Knowledge Skills and Abilities: Ideal candidates will have a proven history of being extremely self-motivated, highly organized and open communicators who are eager to work in a fast-paced client focused entrepreneurial environment with limited formal structure Ability to organize, interpret, and draw appropriate conclusions from large volumes of data and to creatively present the information in a manner that enables non-financial managers to easily understand the information High attention to detail and accuracy Excellent written and oral communication skills Enthusiastic attitude in a team environment and ability to work independently Positive, flexible outlook The Perks (and these are just a few!): QRest Sabbatical Employee Stock Purchase QTS scholarship for dependents Eagle Club award trip eligibility Paid volunteer days Tuition assistance, parental leave and military leave assistance Total Rewards This role is also eligible for a competitive benefits package that includes: medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance; 401(k) retirement plan; flexible spending and HSA accounts; paid holidays; paid time off; paid volunteer days; employee assistance program; tuition assistance; parental leave; military leave assistance; QTS scholarship for dependents; wellness program, and other company benefits. This position is Bonus eligible. #LI-SM1 We conform to all the laws, statutes, and regulations concerning equal employment opportunities and affirmative action. We strongly encourage women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply to all of our job openings. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin, age, disability status, Genetic Information & Testing, Family & Medical Leave, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We prohibit retaliation against individuals who bring forth any complaint, orally or in writing, to the employer or the government, or against any individuals who assist or participate in the investigation of any complaint or discrimination claim. The "Know Your Rights" Poster is included here: Know Your Rights (English) Know Your Rights (Spanish) The pay transparency policy is available here: Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Poster-Formatted QTS is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to [email protected] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. QTS Data Centers was built around the Core Values of Integrity, Character, and Trust. We prioritize family, faith and community involvement while leading with strong, honorable, and principled behavior. We started this journey in 2003 when our CEO, Chad Williams, purchased his first data center in Overland Park, KS. Humble beginnings that have led to 35+ data centers and growing. Recently privatized in a $10 billion transaction with Blackstone, one of the most notable real estate investments companies in the world, QTS is positioned to execute on a global expansion initiative, and we are looking for the best and brightest to join our team. At QTS, we’re committed to veterans. QTS understands the advantages and value of hiring Veterans and members of the National Guard and Reserves to our workforce. Veterans add a critical essential technical and interpersonal skills fostering an environment of ownership, service before self, and community, which strongly aligns with our core values. With Veterans making up over 20% of QTS employees, we are committed to hiring Veterans and expanding our continued support programs like SkillBridge. We are powered by people. And we’d like to invite you to join us. Silver Military Friendly Employer Award, Military Friendly – 2024 Best for Vets Employer #184, MilitaryTimes – 2023 Freedom Award Finalist, SecDef – 2020 Military Friendly Employer Award, Military Friendly – 2020 Above & Beyond Award, Kansas ESGR – 2019 Pro Patria Award, Kansas ESGR – 2019 Seven Seals Award: Chad Williams (CEO), Kansas ESGR – 2019 160 additional hours of annual paid leave to support drill/training requirements. Deployment/mobilization allowance One-week additional paid leave for every six months of deployment Roth and Traditional 401(k) matching contributions with immediate vesting Every employee is bonus or commission eligible Generous PTO accrual plus additional Paid Volunteer Days Paid Holidays Annually/Holiday compensation when worked Pet and Legal Insurance Q-Rest Sabbatical Program Q-Anniversary Service Award Program Parental Leave for primary and secondary caregivers QTS Charitable Matching Gift Program QTS Scholarship for Employee Dependents QTS Crisis Fund Wellness Program Tuition Reimbursement Program

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree preferably with a concentration in Finance, Economics, Accounting or Mathematics or equivalent professional experience
• 1+ years of working experience – preferably in a collaborative financial environment (banking, investment fund, real estate, etc.)
• Proficiency in MS Office applications, especially Excel
• Ideal candidates will have a proven history of being extremely self-motivated, highly organized and open communicators who are eager to work in a fast-paced client focused entrepreneurial environment with limited formal structure
• Ability to organize, interpret, and draw appropriate conclusions from large volumes of data and to creatively present the information in a manner that enables non-financial managers to easily understand the information
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Enthusiastic attitude in a team environment and ability to work independently
• Positive, flexible outlook

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of financial concepts such as WACC, NPV, IRR and ROI

Responsibilities

• Prepare investment materials such as investment memorandums, presentations, and proposals
• Create financial models to evaluate company acquisitions, financings (joint-venture, equity initiatives, etc.), land, and capital recycling
• Assist in managing projects from identification through completion, including coordination of due diligence teams, model underwriting, and financing
• Lead calls and meetings with key internal and external constituents as well as partner with business leaders to ensure that they understand the key financial drivers of the various opportunities

Benefits

• QRest Sabbatical
• Employee Stock Purchase
• QTS scholarship for dependents
• Eagle Club award trip eligibility
• Paid volunteer days
• Tuition assistance
• Parental leave
• Military leave assistance
• medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• flexible spending and HSA accounts
• paid holidays
• paid time off
• employee assistance program
• wellness program
• Bonus eligible
• 160 additional hours of annual paid leave to support drill/training requirements
• Deployment/mobilization allowance
• One-week additional paid leave for every six months of deployment
• Roth and Traditional 401(k) matching contributions with immediate vesting
• Every employee is bonus or commission eligible
• Generous PTO accrual plus additional Paid Volunteer Days
• Paid Holidays Annually/Holiday compensation when worked
• Pet and Legal Insurance
• Q-Anniversary Service Award Program
• QTS Charitable Matching Gift Program
• QTS Crisis Fund
• Tuition Reimbursement Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level