Placement Manager

Roles & Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain relationships with corporate organizations, recruiters, and industry partners to generate placement and internship opportunities.
• Plan, coordinate, and execute campus recruitment drives, pre-placement talks, assessments, group discussions, and interviews.
• Identify and onboard new recruiters across various industry sectors.
• Work closely with academic departments to understand student competencies and placement requirements.
• Facilitate internship opportunities and industry engagement initiatives for students.
• Ensure effective communication and coordination between recruiters, students, faculty, and university stakeholders.
• Monitor student participation and placement progress and provide necessary guidance.
• Maintain placement records, recruiter databases, and placement statistics.
• Prepare periodic reports on placement performance, recruiter engagement, and hiring trends.
• Organize networking events, career fairs, and employer engagement activities to enhance placement outcomes.
• Ensure a positive recruitment experience for employers and students throughout the placement process.
• Support the university's efforts to improve graduate employability and strengthen industry partnerships.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, Marketing, Management, or a related discipline.
• 5–10 years of experience in campus placements, corporate relations, recruitment, talent acquisition, or career services.
• Experience in the higher education sector is preferred.

Required Skills

• Strong corporate networking and relationship management skills.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Business development and stakeholder management capabilities.
• Strong organizational and event management abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple recruitment activities simultaneously.
• Analytical and reporting skills with attention to detail.
• Proficiency in MS Office and placement management tools.
• Problem-solving and decision-making skills.