VP, Investor Relations

Equinix, Inc. • Redwood City, CA

68d

About The Position

The Vice President of Investor Relations is a strategic and transformational leader responsible for the vision, thought leadership, and execution of our Investor Relations strategy and execution. This leader will align vision, strategic direction and program implementation globally, with a strong partnership with the CEO, CFO, Office of the CEO, Financial Planning & Analysis and Communications teams.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, or a related field; MBA or CFA preferred
• 10+ years of experience in investor relations, equity research, or finance with a strong understanding of capital markets, financial modeling, and valuation
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex financial concepts clearly and concisely
• Strong interpersonal skills, with a proven ability to build relationships with analysts, investors, and other key stakeholders
• Proven leadership experience in managing high-performing teams in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Knowledge of the technology and data center industry
• Possess a high-level of integrity and sensitivity to confidential information
• An energetic, efficient, and resourceful team leader
• Highly effective leader who can manage, coach, and develop teams, fostering a trusting and psychologically safe work environment
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with proficiency in managing multiple timelines and deadlines
• Deep understanding of industry trends and best practices
• Dedication to promoting diversity and inclusion in company processes, with high ethical standards, and a passion for identifying and nurturing talent
• Ability to thrive in a complex and dynamic environment, working under time pressure to drive change, make informed decisions, and communicate clearly
• Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and departments, ensuring alignment of recommendations with organizational goals and adaptability to changing circumstances
• Strong people judgment, ability to make tough decisions, influence and educate others, work under pressure, and manage time effectively
• Establish and nurture strong relationships with stakeholders across all organizational levels, effectively communicating to drive success

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with or expertise in REIT's a plus

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the global investor relations strategy to support Equinix's business objectives and communicate its growth strategy effectively to the investment community
• Lead the development, in partnership with the CFO/CEO, of investor marketing, media presence, messaging, scripts and internal talking points
• Develop the investor conference yearly plan to ensure CEO, CFO, E-Team presence and influence within the investor community
• Lead investor management activities related to complex, crisis-related market responses
• Organize and oversee the planning and execution of Equinix's biannual Analyst Day event, which includes developing messaging strategy and setting long-term guidance
• Lead the quarterly earnings process, including the preparation of scripts, earnings releases, financial reports, and investor presentations to ensure accurate, transparent, and timely communication of financial results and business updates
• Develop and own business metrics disclosure strategies and execution
• Maintain a deep understanding of Equinix's financials, business strategies, and competitive positioning to effectively represent the company
• Translate business forecasts into digestible investor messages and guidance
• Assess investor and market trends and develop recommendations to improve Equinix's position with the investor community
• Work closely with the finance and executive teams to provide regular updates on investor sentiment, market trends, and potential opportunities for improvement
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including communications, finance, legal, and product to ensure consistency in messaging and strategy alignment
• Lead, develop and mentor the investor relations team to foster a high-performance culture

Benefits

• Employee Assistance Program: An Employee Assistance program is available to all employees.
• Insurance: You may enroll in health, life, disability and voluntary plans that are designed for you and your eligible family members.
• Retirement: You and Equinix may contribute to a retirement plan to help you plan for your financial future.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays: You will receive an accrued amount of PTO each pay period along with various paid holidays for you to rest and recharge.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Executive
• Industry: Real Estate
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees