About Wigmore Trading

Wigmore Trading is a fast-growing company operating across multiple sectors including infrastructure, logistics, commodities, and technology platforms across Africa.

As part of our expansion strategy, Wigmore Trading is launching a telecommunications infrastructure development platform focused on expanding tower networks, fiber connectivity, and next-generation wireless infrastructure.

The goal is to improve connectivity coverage, support broadband expansion, and enable faster, more reliable telecommunications services for businesses and communities.

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Role Summary

The Head of Telecom Infrastructure Development will lead the development and growth of Wigmore Trading’s telecommunications infrastructure platform, including telecom towers, fiber networks, and small-cell deployments.

The role focuses on developing large-scale infrastructure projects that expand network coverage and support growing demand for broadband and mobile connectivity.

This position requires a professional with strong experience in telecommunications infrastructure, network deployment, fiber networks, or tower infrastructure development.

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Key Responsibilities

Infrastructure Strategy & Development

• Develop the strategy for Wigmore Trading’s telecom infrastructure platform, including tower networks, fiber rollout, and small-cell deployments.

• Identify high-impact locations for infrastructure development that improve network coverage and capacity.

• Design scalable infrastructure models that support telecom operators and internet service providers.

Telecom Infrastructure Deployment

• Lead deployment of telecom towers, fiber optic networks, and wireless infrastructure systems.

• Manage projects including site acquisition, infrastructure construction, and network integration.

• Ensure infrastructure meets industry standards for reliability, safety, and network performance.

Partnerships & Industry Engagement

• Build partnerships with mobile network operators, tower companies, internet service providers, and municipal authorities.

• Collaborate with telecom infrastructure investors and development partners.

• Support public-private partnerships that expand rural connectivity.

Business Development

• Develop commercial models including tower leasing, fiber infrastructure leasing, and network infrastructure services.

• Identify opportunities to provide infrastructure services to telecom operators, ISPs, and enterprise networks.

• Expand adoption of infrastructure solutions across Nigeria’s telecommunications sector.

Operations & Platform Management

• Build and manage teams covering engineering, infrastructure deployment, and project management.

• Implement systems for monitoring infrastructure performance and maintenance.

• Ensure strong operational processes for infrastructure management and service delivery.

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Requirements

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Telecommunications Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or related field.

Experience

• 8–10 years of experience in telecommunications infrastructure development, fiber networks, tower infrastructure, or telecom project management.

• Experience working with mobile network operators, tower companies, or telecom infrastructure providers.

• Experience deploying large-scale telecom infrastructure projects.

Skills

• Strong understanding of telecom infrastructure design and deployment.

• Experience managing infrastructure construction and engineering projects.

• Strong leadership and stakeholder management capability.

• Ability to build partnerships with telecom operators and infrastructure investors.

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Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with telecom tower companies, infrastructure providers, or broadband rollout projects.

• Familiarity with telecommunications regulations and infrastructure standards.

• Experience developing telecom infrastructure platforms or large-scale connectivity projects.

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Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance incentives.

• Opportunity to build and lead a telecommunications infrastructure platform.

• Career growth within a fast-growing and diversified company.

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How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit their CV and cover letter to:

jobs@wigmoretrading.com

Please include “Head of Telecom Infrastructure Development – Lagos” in the subject line.