Job Title: Senior Global Director of Asset Management
Location: London based with international travel
Company Overview:
Colt DCS are a leading data centre developer and operator, delivering hyperscale facilities across Europe, Japan, and India. Our mission is to support the world’s digital infrastructure by acquiring strategic land, developing state-of-the-art data centres, and managing a high-performance portfolio of assets.
Role Overview:
The Senior Global Director of Asset Management will play a critical leadership role in overseeing the performance and strategic direction of our global asset portfolio. This individual will work closely with the Corporate Development team to assess new investment opportunities and ensure the long-term value and operational excellence of existing assets. They will also lead and develop a high-performing global team of asset managers and analysts.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Strategic Asset Evaluation & Corporate Development Support
* Partner with the Corporate Development team to assess new land acquisitions and development opportunities.
* Lead financial modelling, scenario analysis, and ROI forecasting for potential investments.
* Provide commercial input into business cases, investment memos, and board presentations.
* Support due diligence processes for new acquisitions and joint ventures.
2. Portfolio Asset Management
* Oversee the performance of the global asset portfolio across Europe, Japan, and India.
* Develop and implement asset strategies to maximise value, efficiency, and lifecycle performance.
* Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs), financial metrics, and operational benchmarks.
* Identify opportunities for optimisation, expansion, or repositioning of existing assets.
* Collaborate with regional teams to ensure alignment with global asset management objectives.
3. Team Leadership & People Management
* Lead, mentor, and develop a global team of asset managers and analysts.
* Set clear objectives, provide regular feedback, and conduct performance reviews.
* Foster a collaborative, high-performance culture across regions.
* Ensure the team is equipped with the tools, training, and support needed to succeed.
* Drive continuous improvement and knowledge sharing across the asset management function.
Qualifications & Experience:
* Relevant Degree in Real Estate, Finance or related field; MBA or advanced degree preferred.
* Extensive experience in asset management, real estate investment, or corporate development, ideally within the data centre, infrastructure, or commercial real estate sectors.
* Strong financial modelling and analytical skills; advanced Excel proficiency required.
* Proven track record of managing large-scale, geographically diverse asset portfolios.
* Experience leading and developing international teams.
* Experience working in international markets, particularly Europe and Asia.
* Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
Preferred Attributes:
* Strategic thinker with a commercial mindset and attention to detail.
* Comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.
* Ability to lead cross-functional teams and influence at senior levels.
* Willingness to travel internationally as required.