Senior Director, Real Estate Strategy & Acquisitions

About This Role

Crusoe is seeking a Senior Director, Real Estate Strategy & Acquisitions to serve as the high-leverage strategic partner and "right hand" to the Chief Real Estate Officer. This is a "force multiplier" role designed for a sophisticated real estate executive who thrives in the technical trenches of deal-making and capital markets.

In this capacity, you will not just manage projects; you will orchestrate the commercial and financial architecture of our global footprint. You will act as a primary surrogate for the CREO in high-stakes negotiations, bridging the gap between vision and execution. Your success is defined by your ability to navigate complex Joint Ventures, institutional financing, and intricate lease structures that underpin multi-billion dollar AI campuses.

This role is required to be in-office 5 days per week in our San Francisco, CA headquarters.

What You’ll Do

• Executive Deal Orchestration: Partner directly with the CREO to structure and execute complex capital transactions, including Joint Ventures (JV), programmatic platforms, and institutional real estate partnerships.
• High-Stakes Negotiations: Serve as a lead negotiator on sophisticated lease agreements and land acquisitions, ensuring commercial terms align with Crusoe’s long-term operational and financial goals.
• Capital Markets & Financing: Support the CREO in securing and managing lender financings. Lead the preparation of investment committee materials and lender packages, acting as a key point of contact for banking and institutional capital partners.
• Strategic Partnership: Represent the Office of the CREO in internal and external forums, ensuring seamless communication between Real Estate, Finance, Legal, and Energy teams to drive deal velocity.
• Commercial Strategy & Analysis: Conduct deep-dive underwriting and sensitivity analysis on complex deal structures. You will translate technical data into executive-level briefings that facilitate rapid, high-conviction decision-making.
• Portfolio Stewardship: Monitor the health and compliance of existing JV and financing arrangements, anticipating refinancing needs or structural pivots as the business scales.

What You’ll Bring to the Team

• 15+ years of progressive leadership in real estate finance, acquisitions, or capital markets.
• You have a "Chief of Staff" mindset - operating with high autonomy, discretion, and a focus on executive-level leverage.
• A proven track record of facilitating 9-figure transactions, specifically involving JV structures, project finance, or complex credit facilities.
• Ability to "speak the language" of institutional investors, lenders, and C-suite executives, distilling complex legal and financial concepts into actionable strategy.
• Deep comfort with the "fine print" - you should be highly proficient in navigating PSAs, JV operating agreements, and loan documents.
• A mastery of financial modeling and a "bias for action" that allows you to thrive in a fast-paced, vertically integrated environment.
• Based in or willing to relocate to the San Francisco Bay Area.

Bonus Points

• Background in Data Center, Energy Infrastructure, or Industrial REITs.
• Prior experience at a top-tier private equity firm, investment bank, or real estate operator.
• Advanced Credentials: JD, MBA, or MS in Real Estate Development.

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation and equity packages
• Restricted Stock Units
• Paid time off, paid holidays & leave of absence programs
• Comprehensive health, dental & vision insurance
• Employer contributions to HSA account
• Paid parental leave
• Paid life insurance, short-term and long-term disability
• Professional development & tuition reimbursement
• Mental health & wellness support
• Commuter benefits (parking & transit)
• Cell phone stipend
• 401(k) Retirement plan with company match up to 4% of salary
• Volunteer time off
• Global travel insurance & emergency assistance
• Daily meals allowance
• Additional perks & programs specific to location

Compensation Range

Compensation will be paid in the range of up to $270,000 -$320,000 + Bonus. Restricted Stock Units are included in all offers. Compensation to be determined by the applicants knowledge, education, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.