Director, Business Operations, EMEA - London, United Kingdom - Vantage Data Centers

Description

Job Description

About Vantage Data Centers

Vantage is committed to being a workplace of inclusion, equity, respect and acceptance. We celebrate diversity and intentionally seek out opportunities to learn from one another's experience.

Vantage Data Centers powers, cools, protects, and connects the technology of the world's well-known hyperscalers, cloud providers and large enterprises. Vantage has innovatively evolved data center design to deliver dramatic gains in reliability, efficiency and sustainability in flexible environments that can scale as quickly as the market demands. Vantage's business is growing exponentially, through a combination of greenfield market expansion and acquisitions across North America and Europe.

Position Overview

The Director, Business Operations , EMEA, is a highly visible and strategic role, serving as a trusted advisor and right-hand to the President. This role requires exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage complex projects and priorities. The Director, Business Operations will play a crucial role in driving operational excellence, ensuring seamless communication and alignment across the EMEA region, and supporting the President in achieving the company's strategic goals.

Responsibilities:

• Provide strategic advice and counsel to the president on critical issues and decisions.
• Drive the successful execution of critical projects and initiatives within the EMEA region.
• Develop and present options, scenarios, and recommendations based on data and insights.
• Anticipate potential challenges and opportunities, offering proactive solutions.
• Assist in developing and implementing long-term strategic plans aligned with organizational goals.
• Collaborate with key stakeholders, including senior leadership and advisors, to achieve consensus and alignment on strategic initiatives.
• Prepare briefings, reports, and presentations for the president and senior leadership team.
• Work with the regional head of people and the learning & development team to foster a collaborative and high-performing team culture within the President's office.

Job Requirements

• Preferably 8-10 years of relevant experience in a senior executive support role or strategic advisory capacity.
• Exceptional organizational and prioritization abilities.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a data-driven mindset.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex information clearly and concisely.
• Proven project management skills and experience in leading cross-functional teams.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with project management tools.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and adapt to changing priorities.
• Unwavering integrity, discretion, and the ability to handle confidential information with utmost professionalism.

We operate with No Ego and No Arrogance. We work to build each other up and support one another, appreciating each other's strengths and respecting each other's weaknesses. We find joy in our work and each other, actively seeking opportunities to inject fun into what we do.

Vantage Data Centers is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Vantage Data Centers does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firm agencies. Fees will not be paid in the event a candidate submitted by a recruiter without an agreement in place is hired; such resumes will be deemed the sole property of Vantage Data Centers.