Job Description

Position Overview:
The Head of Placement, Corporate & Alumni Relations is a strategic leadership role responsible for driving student placement outcomes, fostering corporate partnerships, and building a vibrant alumni network. This role is instrumental in bridging the gap between academia and industry, enhancing the employability of students, and contributing to the overall growth and reputation of the institution.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Placement & Internship Management
Design and implement a comprehensive placement strategy aligned with industry trends and student goals.
Expand the employer network by onboarding new recruiters across diverse sectors.
Oversee the full lifecycle of campus placements and internships--including outreach, scheduling, and execution.
Supervise student preparation initiatives such as aptitude tests, mock interviews, resume workshops, and soft skills training.
Track and report placement metrics, offer statistics, and employer feedback to senior leadership and accrediting agencies.
2. Corporate Relations
Build and nurture long-term partnerships with corporates, startups, industry associations, and government bodies.
Initiate and coordinate corporate engagement programs--guest lectures, industry panels, conclaves, and webinars.
Explore strategic collaborations like MoUs, live projects, faculty exchange, research tie-ups, and CSR-driven engagements.
Represent the institution at corporate forums and networking events to promote visibility and partnerships.
3. Alumni Relations
Develop strategies to strengthen alumni engagement and foster a sense of community.
Organize alumni-centric events such as reunions, speaker sessions, mentorship programs, and networking meets.
Maintain a dynamic alumni database and communication channels (emailers, social media, newsletters).
Leverage alumni for placements, internships, institutional support, and brand advocacy.
4. Team & Budget Management
Lead and mentor a team of officers and coordinators in placement and alumni domains.
Assign roles, set KPIs, and review performance to ensure timely and quality outcomes.
Prepare and manage annual budgets for placement drives, alumni events, and corporate outreach.
Ensure effective resource allocation and ROI on strategic initiatives.
Key Skills & Competencies:
Extensive industry network and understanding of recruitment trends
Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills
Strategic thinking with the ability to translate vision into actionable plans
Strong leadership and team management capabilities
Event planning, stakeholder engagement, and public speaking
Data-driven mindset with proficiency in placement analytics and reporting
Hands-on experience with CRM, ERP, or alumni management platforms
Qualifications & Experience:
Master's degree in Business Administration, HR, Marketing, Education Management, or related field
Minimum 8-10 years of relevant experience in placements, corporate relations, or institutional partnerships
Prior experience in higher education, B-schools, or professional training institutes is highly desirable
Proven track record of managing large-scale placement activities and corporate collaborations

Skills Required