Sr Legal Counsel - Real Estate & InfrastructureEquinix is the world’s digital infrastructure company, operating 250 data centers across the globe and providing interconnections to all the key clouds and networks. Businesses need one place to simplify and bring together fragmented, complex infrastructure that spans private and public cloud environments. Our global platform allows customers to place infrastructure wherever they need it and connect it to everything they need to succeed. We are a fast-growing global company with 20 years of continuous growth. Through our innovative portfolio of high-performance products and services, we have created the largest, most active global ecosystem of 10,000+ companies, including 2,100 networks and 3,000+ cloud and IT service providers in 32 countries spanning six continents. A career at Equinix means you will collaborate on work that impacts the world and be surrounded by endless opportunities to learn new skills and grow in varied directions. We embrace diversity in thought and contribution and are committed to providing an equitable work environment. that is foundational to our core values as a company and is vital to our success. The role The role will be part of our EMEA Legal Real Estate and Infrastructure team and will be primarily responsible for the real estate, construction and power support in Germany as well as some of our emerging EMEA markets in connection with the acquisition and development of datacentres. Our legal team At Equinix, we are more than legal professionals protecting the company’s interests. We are valued business partners, known as responsive, consistent and proactive. We take customer service seriously and strive for excellence in our execution. Equinix’s dynamic growth trajectory keeps us on our toes and constantly learning. Our strong relationships with our internal clients, fueled by our solution-driven orientation and creative yet practical advice, bring us to the table early and often and lead to interesting and rewarding work in support of Equinix’s overall business objectives. Our global Legal department may span six continents, but we are One Legal - a true team working together across borders in support of our shared strategic objectives. We work hard but take time to celebrate our accomplishments – both professional and personal, with a healthy dose of fun thrown in along the way. We look forward to coming to work every day to support Equinix and each other and highly value the “team first” culture we have created. What You'll Do Draft, review and negotiate real estate and construction contracts and other related transactions for the Equinix business including purchases, sales, leases, licences, FIDIC contracts, settlement agreements, and deeds of variation across multiple EMEA jurisdictions. Advice and support in relation to the real estate and construction aspects of M&A activity in EMEA, including managing title, lease, construction and environmental diligence and preparation of any real estate assignments and other related transaction documentation (e.g. related to heat recovery). Review and interpret contracts and provide legal advice to resolve or handle disputes arising with respect to the existing EMEA real estate and construction portfolio. Understand the supply side of the Equinix business in order to propose well-reasoned legal and business solutions to complicated problems. Build and maintain business relationships, and handle challenging workflows, appropriately prioritizing with partners in our Real Estate, Corporate Development & Design & Construction teams and delivering results within agreed timelines. Management of real estate and construction precedent data bases, development of precedents and the provision of training to key business partners. Management and coordination with external legal counsel across multiple EMEA jurisdictions engaged to provide legal support for the various activities referred to above. What You Need Solid post qualification experience as a real estate and/or construction lawyer in middle or top tier law firm and/or a large multi-national organization is essential Some in-house experience including by way of secondment is desirable. German language capabilities are highly desirable. Strong interpersonal skills, able to work independently and multi-task. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Strong eye for business, problem solving abilities and good judgment. Dedication to high standards for work product and results. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and multi-task effectively to manage competing priorities. Equinix is committed to ensuring that our employment process is open to all individuals, including those with a disability. If you are a qualified candidate and need assistance or an accommodation, please let us know by completing this form. Equinix is an Equal Employment Opportunity and, in the U.S., an Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to unlawful consideration of race, color, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, place of birth, citizenship, sex, pregnancy / childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or domestic partnership status, age, veteran or military status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, political / organizational affiliation, status as a victim or family member of a victim of crime or abuse, or any other status protected by applicable law.
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