Imagine a future where everyone has instant, low-cost access to intelligence. We’re building a fully featured European AI cloud - with everything one needs to train, experiment with, and deploy AI models at scale. Our GPUs run on 100% renewable energy, powering a more sustainable AI ecosystem.

We’re ambitious, curious, and gutsy doers. Low hierarchy, high ownership, and a big vision. After raising $64M in Series A, we’re only getting started.

Join Verda while it’s still being built - not once it’s finished.

About the role

The Global Data Center Expansion & Operations Manager is responsible for the commercial, legal, and financial governance of global data center expansion initiatives. This role ensures that new data center developments, partnerships, leases, and investments are structured, negotiated, and executed in a legally sound, financially optimized, and operationally aligned manner.

Operating at the intersection of legal, finance, procurement, and operations, this role supports the full lifecycle of expansion—from site selection and contract structuring to operational handover and governance.

Why Verda

Cash + equity compensation along with various fringe benefits (e.g., healthcare, lunch, wellbeing, etc.).
Profitable operations with rapid, sustained growth.
31 nationalities, with 6 different ones on the management team.
An opportunity with make a clear impact and work alongside world-class engineers, researchers, and partners across the global AI ecosystem.

Your responsibilities

Expansion Strategy & Execution Support

Support the planning and execution of global data center expansion initiatives
Coordinate cross-functional activities across construction, operations, procurement, and finance
Ensure alignment between expansion projects and long-term business strategy

Legal, Commercial & Financial Structuring

Lead or support structuring of:
- Site acquisitions and leases
- Colocation and partnership agreements
- Service and infrastructure contracts
Assess legal, financial, and operational risks associated with expansion projects
Ensure agreements are aligned with company governance and risk appetite

Contract Negotiation & Vendor Engagement

Support major negotiations with:
- Landlords and developers
- Colocation providers and partners
- Utilities and infrastructure providers
Coordinate with legal counsel on contract drafting and review
Track contractual obligations and key milestones

Investment Governance & CapEx Coordination

Support evaluation of large-scale infrastructure investments
Prepare business cases, financial models, and executive summaries
Track expansion-related CapEx commitments and approvals

Regulatory & Compliance Coordination

Support compliance with local regulations, permits, and licensing requirements
Coordinate with legal and regulatory advisors across jurisdictions
Maintain governance documentation and audit readiness

Operational Handover & Lifecycle Coordination

Ensure smooth transition from construction and expansion to operations
Track contractual deliverables and operational readiness milestones
Support post-launch performance and partnership governance

Your key competencies

Education

Degree in Law, Business Law, Finance, Economics, or Business Administration
Master’s degree (LL.M., MBA, or Finance) is highly preferred

Experience

6–10+ years of experience in infrastructure, real estate, legal, finance, or commercial roles
Experience working on large-scale projects, investments, or international expansions
Exposure to data centers, telecom, infrastructure, or real estate sectors preferred

Legal & Financial Competencies

Strong understanding of:
- Commercial contracts and negotiations
- Financial modeling and business case development
- Risk assessment and governance processes
Ability to interpret legal and financial implications of complex agreements

Personal Attributes

Strong analytical and negotiation skills
Excellent stakeholder management and cross-cultural communication
Structured, detail-oriented, and governance-focused mindset
Ability to operate in fast-paced, multi-country environments

Global Data Center Expansion & Operations Manager

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