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The worldwide telecoms industry is continuing to change at breakneck speed. In 2014, it generated $1.5 trillion in revenue and today there are an estimated seven billion mobile users.

It is also one of the most competitive sectors, with network operators constantly expanding their service portfolios and overhauling their price plans to meet the explosive demand and ensure they retain an edge over their competition.

The largest rise in users has come from emerging markets such as India and Africa – regions where there is a lack of fixed line infrastructure, fast economic growth, young and rapidly expanding populations. Meanwhile, European, Asian and North American users continue to lead the way, with consumer demand and industry growth remaining consistent and strong.

Although the market is dominated by a handful of big players and expected to continue to be so, there are also a number of new entrants to the market. Not only does this provide consumers with more choice, it opens up the market for job seekers looking to work within the industry, whether at home or abroad.

Operators recognise the need to attract the best talent. This is seeing a number of telecoms providers increasingly looking to bring invaluable experience from other industry sectors.

Key roles within the sector are in research and development, management, software and development, network and systems engineering, sales and marketing.