Associate - Strategy & Corporate Development - APAC

About Nscale

Nscale is taking on the hyperscalers by building a vertically integrated cloud built for AI. We own the data centres, software, and applications that power today's AI stack using sustainable technology solutions. We thrive on a culture of relentless innovation, ownership, and accountability, where every team member takes pride in their work and drives it with excellence and urgency.

As a Nscaler, you’ll build trust through openness and transparency, where everyone is inspired to do their best work. Collaboration is key, and we work together swiftly and respectfully, embracing adaptability and resilience in all we do.

We are expanding our footprint and presence in APAC and currently in search for an experienced Strategy and Corporate Development candidate.

Associate - Strategy & Corporate Development- APAC

As an Associate, you will be the ‘engine room’ of the APAC Strategy Team. You will be bridging the gap between complex technical requirements and financial viability. Your primary focus will be on building sophisticated financial models to price our services for Enterprise clients and managing the capital requirements for our large-scale infrastructure deployments.

What You'll Be Doing

• Commercial Pricing & Structuring: Develop and maintain complex financial models to determine pricing for GPU-as-a-Service and bespoke AI infrastructure deals
• You will conduct sensitivity analyses and ROI modelling to ensure competitive yet profitable positioning
• Project Finance & Cashflow Modelling: Create detailed cashflow projections for regional infrastructure projects (Data Centres/GPU clusters) and identify funding gaps and modelling the impact of different financing structures
• Treasury Coordination: Working hand-in-hand with the Group Treasury Team to secure project financing. Will be assisting in preparing investment memos and data rooms for lenders or equity partners
• Strategic growth: Support the VP of Strategy in evaluating market entry strategies, partnership opportunities and competitive benchmarking across APAC landscape
• Stakeholder Management: Translate financial insights into actionable recommendations for the Sales and Operations Team

About You

• Masters/Bachelor Degree in Finance/Economics or equivalent
• At least 3 years of relevant experience in Investment Banking, Corporate Finance or Project Finance
• Experience in advanced Excel modelling skills and in building three-statement models and project finance waterfalls from scratch
• Fluency in Japanese as will require to liaise in Japan market and counterparts
• A ‘self-starter’ who thrives in fast-paced environment and can manage multiple workstreams with minimal supervision

In All We Do, Our Core Values Guide Us

Relentless Innovation

At Nscale, we constantly push the boundaries of innovation, embracing creative risks to shape the future. Our aim is to deliver products that not only meet but exceed today’s expectations, setting new standards for tomorrow.

Ownership and Accountability

Every Nscaler is fully accountable for their work, driving it with excellence and urgency. We set high standards, ensuring that our contributions are not just good but exceptional.

Openness and Transparency

We believe trust and transparency are key to our success. We maintain open communication within our teams and with stakeholders, sharing both successes and challenges. Our open-source approach allows customers to explore our technology, building trust and ensuring our solutions are both innovative, secure, and reliable.

Customer-Centric Focus

Our customers are central to our mission, and we are committed to delivering impactful solutions that drive real-world success. We focus on deeply understanding their needs and challenges, striving to exceed expectations in both product quality and service.

Sustainability

We are dedicated to considering the long-term environmental and societal impacts of our technologies. By integrating sustainability into our operations and product development, we ensure that our innovations are both effective and responsible, contributing positively to the world around us.

Full-Speed Collaboration

Collaboration at Nscale is fast, efficient, and respectful. We work together seamlessly, with clear communication and mutual respect, ensuring our shared goals are met with high standards and impactful outcomes.

Equal Opportunities Statement

We strongly encourage applications from people of colour, the LGBTQ+ community, people with disabilities, neurodivergent people, parents, carers, and people from lower socio-economic backgrounds.

If there’s anything we can do to accommodate your specific situation, please let us know.

The responsibilities outlined in this job description are not exhaustive and are intended to provide a general overview of the position. The employee may be required to perform additional duties, tasks, and responsibilities as assigned by management, consistent with the skills and qualifications required for the role.

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