Director of Career Development Services

Position OverviewWe are looking for a seasoned, visionary, and results-driven leader with over 15-20 years of rich experience in campus placements, corporate engagement, strategic academic-industry partnerships and strong passion for career guidance with a 100% student centric approach. The Director – Career Development Services will play a pivotal role in shaping the career journeys of students across Engineering, Management, Law & Liberal Studies disciplines.Key Responsibilities : Team Leadership : Manage a team of Career Development Services (CDS) members & student body efficiently to ensure 100% delivery of the assigned target within the given timelineStrategic Placement LeadershipDevelop and implement a robust, forward-looking university placement roadmap that aligns with current and emerging industry needs.Ensure maximum placement outcomes for graduating students across Engineering, Management, Law & Liberal studies streams through targeted engagement with national and global employers.Oversee and review placement metrics, employer feedback, and institutional outcomes with a data-driven, analytical approach.Corporate Relations & Industry ConnectBuild and sustain high-impact partnerships with reputed corporates, law firms, consulting companies, PSUs, and multinationals across diverse sectors.Leverage industry relationships for an extended & holistic engagement for university which includes students placements, internships, live projects, consultancy , industry visits as a primary objective and support other key stakeholders of the university.Represent the institution at national and international forums, conclaves, and hiring summits, promoting its brand and expanding employer network.Student Development, Mentorship & Expectation ManagementBridge skill gaps by collaborating with faculty, training vendors, and curriculum design teams to ensure students are industry ready.Lead student employability initiatives through customized training programs, including soft skills, communication, aptitude, and domain-specific preparation.Provide personalized mentorship and career coaching to students, enabling them to align their strengths with industry requirements and set their expectation management.Institutional Branding & EventsConceptualize and host corporate summits, industry-academia dialogues and employer branding events.Publish audited annual placement reports, brochures, and communication campaigns that strategically position the institution in the talent marketEnhance institutional visibility through active engagement on digital platforms, alumni networks, and employer feedback systems.Operational ExcellenceDrive transparent, ethical, and compliant placement practices aligned with academic policies and industry norms.Supervise a team of CGDC officers, relationship managers, and coordinators with a collaborative and empowering leadership style in collaboration with academics.Monitor key KPIs and ensure continuous improvement of entire CGDC activities for better experiences to all key stakeholders which includes students and recruiters primarily.Qualifications & ExperiencePostgraduate in Management / Engineering / Law / Human Resources or a related field.Minimum 15-20 years of experi ence in leading campus placements, corporate relations, talent acquisition, or career development in academic or corporate environments.A proven track record of leadership, corporate networking, and student success across multidisciplinary education ecosystems.Exceptional communication, stakeholder management, negotiation, and strategic planning skills,Strong analytical mindset and ability to manage complex placement operations at scale.Key AttributesVisionary and influential leaderStrong industry credibilityProactive, ethical, and approachableHighly organized with an execution-focused mindsetExcellent interpersonal and motivational skillsApplication ProcessInterested candidates are invited to send a detailed CV and a cover letter outlining their vision for Career Development Services Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled and shortlisted candidates would be called for a day long session.