Director of University Relations

Head of Campus Recruitment, India

The Head of Campus Recruitment, India will lead my client’s early talent and campus hiring strategy, focusing on attracting and developing top graduates from premier institutions while building a future-ready talent pipeline. The role combines strategic foresight, academic engagement, and data-driven execution to align India’s hiring initiatives with the firm’s global business priorities.

Location : Bangalore / Hyderabad

Key Responsibilities :

• Develop and execute a breakthrough campus hiring strategy aligned with emerging skill needs in areas like AI / ML, ESG, data analytics, and cybersecurity.
• Build strong partnerships with top-tier universities (IITs, IIMs, BITS, etc.) and co-create digital and ESG-linked programs with academia and research centers.
• Strengthen the employer brand through innovative engagement and marketing initiatives in collaboration with MARCOM.
• Drive “skills-first” hiring by integrating capability-based assessments and future-skills learning tracks in partnership with L&D.
• Oversee the full lifecycle of internship and graduate programs, ensuring seamless onboarding, mentorship, and performance tracking.
• Use analytics to monitor KPIs (offer-to-join ratios, conversion rates, post-hire success) and continuously refine recruitment strategies.
• Lead, mentor, and empower a team of recruiters while fostering strong collaboration with global recruiting and business stakeholders.

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