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# Site Development Officer (SDO) / Site Acquisition Specialist – Italia at Unison Infrastructure

- **Company:** Unison Infrastructure
- **Location:** Milan, Italy
- **Work type:** remote
- **Posted:** 2026-04-10
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-09
- **Apply:** https://jobs.lever.co/unisoninfra/12bc0a5d-99b4-4008-954f-c18cebab42da

## Job description

Unison is a telecom and renewables infrastructure investment firm funded in partnership with Ardian - the global investment house based in Paris with over $150 billion in assets under management. Unison commenced operations in 2003 and today invests in real estate and infrastructure hosting wireless and renewables tenants in the United States and Europe. The Company is expanding rapidly and looking for talented, entrepreneurial team members to grow with us.

Chi siamo | About us Siamo un gruppo internazionale attivo nel settore delle infrastrutture per le telecomunicazioni e le energie rinnovabili, con investimenti in Europa e negli Stati Uniti. Operiamo in una fase di forte crescita e cerchiamo professionisti dinamici, con mentalità imprenditoriale, pronti a contribuire attivamente allo sviluppo della nostra presenza sul territorio italiano. We are an international group active in the telecommunications infrastructure and renewable energy sectors, with investments across Europe and the United States. We are experiencing strong growth and are looking for dynamic professionals with an entrepreneurial mindset, ready to actively contribute to the expansion of our presence in Italy. Promuoviamo una cultura aziendale inclusiva, basata su collaborazione, rispetto, integrità e sviluppo professionale. Tutte le candidature sono valutate senza discriminazioni di genere, età, origine, religione, disabilità o orientamento. We promote an inclusive corporate culture based on collaboration, respect, integrity, and professional development. All applications are considered without discrimination based on gender, age, origin, religion, disability, or orientation. La posizione | The role Per rafforzare il nostro team in Italia, siamo alla ricerca di un/una Site Development Officer / Site Acquisition Specialist, con un forte orientamento operativo e disponibilità a lavorare sul campo, con focus nel Nord Italia. To strengthen our team in Italy, we are looking for a Site Development Officer / Site Acquisition Specialist, with a strong operational mindset and willingness to work in the field, primarily across Northern Italy. La risorsa supporterà attività di sviluppo siti e acquisizione immobiliare, lavorando a stretto contatto con stakeholder locali e interni. Il ruolo è ibrido, con una combinazione di lavoro da remoto, presenza in ufficio a Milano e attività sul territorio. The successful candidate will support site development and acquisition activities, working closely with local and internal stakeholders. The role is hybrid, combining remote work, office presence in Milan, and field activities. La posizione è disponibile da subito ed è inizialmente prevista con contratto a tempo determinato (24 mesi), con possibilità di evoluzione. The position is available immediately and is initially offered as a 24-month fixed-term contract, with potential for extension. Responsabilità principali | Key responsibilities Gestione autonoma delle attività di sviluppo e acquisizione siti sul territorio Manage site development and acquisition activities independently Contatto diretto con proprietari immobiliari, enti locali e interlocutori esterni Engage directly with landlords, local authorities, and external stakeholders Negoziazione di accordi e supporto alla finalizzazione dei contratti Negotiate agreements and support contract finalization Organizzazione e conduzione di sopralluoghi e incontri face‑to‑face Organize and conduct site visits and in-person meetings Coordinamento con i team interni (engineering, legal, commercial) Coordinate with internal teams (engineering, legal, commercial) Aggiornamento dei dati e delle attività su sistemi CRM e strumenti interni Maintain accurate records in CRM systems and internal tools Contributo al miglioramento dei processi di sviluppo e acquisizione Contribute to improving development and acquisition processes Requisiti | Requirements Esperienza in ruoli di site acquisition, site development, telecomunicazioni, real estate o ambiti affini Experience in site acquisition, site development, telecommunications, real estate, or related fields Forte autonomia operativa e capacità di gestire attività sul territorio Strong autonomy and ability to manage field activities Ottime doti comunicative e di negoziazione Excellent communication and negotiation skills Disponibilità a viaggiare regolarmente nel Nord Italia Willingness to travel regularly across Northern Italy Patente di guida B e disponibilità all’uso dell’auto (requisito importante) Valid driving license (Category B) and availability to travel by car (essential) Buona conoscenza del pacchetto Office e strumenti digitali Good knowledge of Microsoft Office and digital tools Italiano fluente; inglese a livello comunicativo Fluent Italian; working proficiency in English Cosa cerchiamo | What we are looking for Mentalità pratica e orientamento al risultato Hands-on mindset and results-oriented approach Capacità di lavorare in un contesto dinamico e in evoluzione Ability to work in a fast-paced, evolving environment Attitudine al problem solving e al lavoro sia indipendente sia in team Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently and in teams Disponibilità a operare in modalità ibrida, con presenza in ufficio e sul campo Willingness to work in a hybrid model, combining office and field presence Sede e modalità di lavoro | Location and working model Milano (o area limitrofa) Milan (or surrounding area) Modalità di lavoro ibrida (smart working + ufficio + attività sul territorio) Hybrid working model (remote + office + field activities) La residenza in Lombardia o nel Nord Italia è considerata un valore aggiunto Residence in Lombardy or Northern Italy is considered a plus Cosa offriamo | What we offer Pacchetto retributivo competitivo, commisurato all’esperienza Competitive compensation package, based on experience Rimborso spese e supporto per le attività sul campo Expense reimbursement and support for field activities Inserimento in un contesto internazionale e in forte crescita Opportunity to join a fast-growing international environment Ambiente collaborativo con possibilità di sviluppo professionale Collaborative environment with opportunities for professional growth

## About Unison Infrastructure

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: Unison Infrastructure acquires and manages wireless, renewable energy, tower, and fiber‑enabled infrastructure assets, providing capital solutions to site owners.
- **Entity Type**: Private (bootstrapped since inception)
- **Headquarters**: Boston, Massachusetts, United States (primary); Hamilton, Massachusetts (operational HQ)
- **Founded**: 2003
- **Founders**: Dewey K. Shay

## Core Business
- **Primary industry**: Infrastructure asset acquisition and management (wireless, renewable energy, towers, fiber)
- **Target customers**: Individuals, businesses, non‑profits, and enterprises (B2B/B2C)
- **Mission / purpose**: “Turning Leases into Owner Capital” – helping asset owners unlock the long‑term value of their infrastructure leases through fast, transparent, and tax‑efficient transactions.

## Products & Services
- **Wireless Lease Buyouts**: Purchase of existing wireless lease rights, providing immediate lump‑sum capital to landowners.
- **Renewable Lease Buyouts**: Acquisition of lease rights for wind, solar, and battery storage projects.
- **Tower Acquisitions**: Purchase of communication tower assets from individual and institutional owners.
- **Fiber‑Enabled Infrastructure**: Capital solutions for fiber‑optic and related digital infrastructure assets.

## Market Standing
- **Valuation / Market Cap**: Not publicly disclosed (private company)
- **Key Metric**: Over **$1.3 billion** deployed since inception (2003)
- **Notable Investors / Partners**: No external investors disclosed; company is founder‑led and self‑funded.
- **Growth Signals**:
  - **Headcount**: 134 employees (monthly growth +1.5%, quarterly job postings up +63.6%)
  - **Geographic expansion**: Entered European markets in 2022, building local teams in multiple countries.
  - **New asset class**: Entered renewables infrastructure in 2022 with the hire of Ben Faiella as Head of Renewables and first asset acquisitions.
  - **Active hiring**: 36 open positions across Europe and the United States (as of late 2025/early 2026).

## Competitive Advantages
- **20+ years of domain expertise** in wireless and infrastructure asset acquisition.
- **Tax‑efficient, customized deal structures** that differentiate from standard buyout offers.
- **Fast closings** and transparent processes, building trust with sellers.
- **Multi‑asset‑class approach** (wireless, renewables, towers, fiber) reduces reliance on any single market.

## Strategic Focus
- **Geographic diversification**: Continued expansion into European markets and new countries.
- **Renewables growth**: Scaling the renewable energy lease buyout and asset acquisition business.
- **New asset classes**: Exploring additional infrastructure verticals beyond current offerings.
- **Talent acquisition**: Hiring for key roles in origination, legal, data research, and management across both US and Europe.

## Why Work Here
- **Culture**: People‑first, integrity‑driven, entrepreneurial environment with a focus on quality and continuous learning.
- **Work model**: Hybrid workspace (combination of remote and on‑site); offers a remote work program and 401(k).
- **Global experience**: International presence with local teams in Europe and the US – opportunity to work across borders.
- **Growth opportunities**: Employees are encouraged to help shape new markets and asset classes, with clear career advancement paths.
- **Benefits**: 401(k) plan, remote work flexibility, and a collaborative, results‑focused team.

## Sources
1. [unisoninfra.com – About Us](https://unisoninfra.com/about-us/)
2. [unisoninfra.com – Careers](https://unisoninfra.com/careers/)
3. [LinkedIn – Unison Infrastructure](https://linkedin.com/company/unisoninfra)
4. [Built In – Unison Infrastructure](https://builtin.com/company/unison-infrastructure)
5. [Lever – Unison Infrastructure Job Board](https://jobs.lever.co/unisoninfra)

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