Associate, Data Center Power Strategy & Partnerships (Corporate Strategy)

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The Role

Provide analytical and operational support to AMD's data center power and partnership initiatives, focusing on research, data management, and preparation for diligence and executive decision-making. This entry-to-mid-level role is the "engine" behind opportunity evaluation and tracking.

The Person: 
The ideal candidate is a highly motivated, results-driven professional with exceptional financial modeling skills. They thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, possess strong communication and collaboration abilities, and stay ahead of industry trends and technology. 

     Key Responsibilities

• Conduct market scans, lead qualification, and preliminary assessments (power availability, site readiness, economics) during Prospecting and early Due Diligence.
• Maintain the opportunity tracker/dashboard, update metrics (e.g., aging, conversion rates, No-Go dispositions), and generate weekly/phase reports.
• Prepare supporting materials for gates (ROFR docs, Go/No-Go packages, Selection Criteria slides, site readiness filters).
• Research off-takers, landlords/neoclouds, power timelines, and competitive landscapes; compile benchmarking data.
• Assist with financial data gathering, basic modeling support, and risk/opportunity summaries.
• Track Readiness-phase progress (landlord updates, power-on forecasts) and organize data rooms/presentations.
• Support ad-hoc analysis and deck creation for exec briefings.

     Preferred Experience

• Strategy, corporate development, investment banking, consulting, or analytical roles (data center, energy, real estate, or tech infra exposure a plus).
• Strong analytical skills (Excel, Power BI/Tableau); ability to synthesize data into clear insights and visuals.
• Detail-oriented with excellent organizational and presentation skills (PowerPoint mastery).
• Familiarity with hyperscale ecosystem, power markets, or GPU/AI supply chain preferred.

     Academic Credentials: 

• Bachelor's degree required; recent MBA or top-tier undergrad + relevant internship experience highly valued.

Location:

• Santa Clara, CA

This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

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This posting is for an existing vacancy.