President, EMEA

Who are we? Equinix is the world's digital infrastructure company®, shortening the path to connectivity to enable the innovations that enrich our work, life and planet. A place where bold ideas are welcomed, human connection is valued, and everyone has the opportunity to shape their future. A career at Equinix means being at the center of shaping what comes next and amplifying customer value through innovation and impact. You'll work across teams, influence key decisions, and help shape the path forward. You'll find belonging, purpose, and a team that welcomes you-because when you feel valued, you're empowered to do your best work. The President of EMEA at Equinix is a pivotal leader charged with steering the company's strategic direction and operational execution across the region. The Regional President develops a comprehensive plan to align region to company goals. They oversee business growth and ensure strategic alignment across departments. The role also drives organic and inorganic growth strategies, oversees integration of acquired businesses, and leads regional regulatory and public affairs engagements. Utilizes market knowledge, serving as an executive sponsor for key customers, championing a culture of inclusion and innovation, collaborating with product leadership, overseeing crisis management, and ensuring localized enablement of Equinix's operating system. Key Responsibilities: Visionary leadership and strategic alignment: Develop a comprehensive plan, set a visionary path and define and align regional and country plans with Equinix's Product & Services goals. Is the key ambassador for coherence across region, linking regional activities with overarching company objectives. Regional leadership: Oversee Equinix's business and growth across region, ensuring Product & Services, Customer & Revenue (Sales), and Operations strategic and operational alignment. Applies a structured approach to directly manage Managing Directors and the regional Corporate Development team, fostering synergies and driving performance. Growth and expansion: Direct initiatives for organic and inorganic growth and market entry strategies, including overseeing the integration of acquired businesses and enabling xScale. Drive investment in long-term market development, aligning with regional opportunities and global ambitions. Drive innovation in expansion strategies for region including new approaches to land acquisition, energy, etc. Government and regulatory affairs: Lead regional regulatory and public affairs engagements, ensuring favourable outcomes for the company's long-term security and growth. Specifically, build and maintain strong relationships with key government officials and industry stakeholders across the region. Advocate for policies and regulations that promote the growth and development of the data center industry. Proactively anticipate and address potential regulatory hurdles, ensuring the company operates with the highest level of compliance across diverse jurisdictions. Power and energy plan: Develop regional power/energy plan as tied to Operations strategy, including developing relationships with power/energy companies, consortiums. Develop yearly execution plan for power strategies in regions. Market expertise: Utilize market knowledge in cloud technology, sustainability, and software to drive Equinix's market position in region. Executive sponsorship and customer engagement: Serve as an executive sponsor for key regional customers, fostering long-term strategic relationships and ensuring customer satisfaction and growth. Lead by example in building partnerships and engaging with the business community to enhance Equinix's market presence. Culture and development: Champion a culture of inclusion and innovation across region, modelling Equinix's values and reinforcing a unified company ethos. Invest in developing the regional leadership team, ensuring cohesion, end-to-end alignment with strategic priorities and nurturing