Placement Officer & Corporate Relationship Manager

Job Description

The Placement and Corporate Relations Officer is responsible for driving corporate outreach and facilitating job placements through strategic relationship building and business development. This role demands a sales-driven approach to expand employer networks, promote institutional programs such as EDPs / MDPs, and ensure high placement success for candidates. A strong background in corporate sales or staffing solutions is essential.

Key Responsibilities :

Placement & Internship Management

Develop and implement placement strategies aligned with current market trends and student aspirations.

Plan and execute summer internships (SIP), live projects, and final placements for BBA / MBA students.

Liaise with departmental heads and faculty to map students’ skills and match them with industry requirements.

Create and maintain a dynamic database of recruiters, alumni, and placement statistics.

Corporate Relationship Development

Identify, approach, and onboard new corporate partners across sectors such as consulting, BFSI, FMCG, IT, logistics, real estate, and startups.

Nurture and strengthen relationships with existing recruiters to ensure repeat hiring.

Facilitate industry-academia collaborations like MoUs, case competitions, research partnerships, and advisory boards.

Organize CXO talks, guest lectures, panel discussions, and industry conclaves to enhance campus engagement.

Training & Career Development

Collaborate with faculty and external trainers to develop and deliver employability enhancement programs (resume writing, GD / PI, aptitude, domain skills).

Conduct mock interviews and group discussions simulating real recruitment processes.

Counsel students on career options, interview strategies, and employer expectations.

Collect employer feedback and align training modules accordingly.

Reporting, Analytics & Compliance

Maintain accurate data on placements, internships, and offers made – segregated by sector, role, salary, etc.

Prepare annual placement reports, recruiter brochures, student placement booklets, and alumni success stories.

Ensure adherence to institutional and accrediting body requirements (e.g., AICTE, NBA, NAAC).

Requirements

Skills & Competencies :

Exceptional communication, networking, and interpersonal skills.

Proactive and target-driven mindset with proven negotiation abilities.

Sound knowledge of sectors hiring MBA / BBA graduates.

Proficiency in MS Office, CRM platforms, LinkedIn, and job portals.

Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple stakeholders and events.

Candidate Profile :

Educational Qualifications :

MBA / PGDM in HR, Marketing, or General Management from a reputed institution.

Professional Experience :

5+ years of relevant experience in placement coordination, corporate relations, or HR recruitment (preferably in an academic institution or corporate L&D role).

Strong understanding of management education and industry expectations.

Requirements

Exceptional communication, networking, and interpersonal skills. Proactive and target-driven mindset with proven negotiation abilities. Sound knowledge of sectors hiring MBA / BBA graduates. Proficiency in MS Office, CRM platforms, LinkedIn, and job portals. Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple stakeholders and events.