Sr. Associate/ Assistant Manager – Industry Partnerships

BITS Design School Mumbai · Mumbai metropolitan region, India

Job Title: Senior Associate / Assistant Manager – Industry Partnerships

Reporting to: Head, Industry Placements & Partnerships

Job Location: BITS Design School, Kalyan, Mumbai Metropolitan Region

Role Overview

You will play a pivotal role in building and nurturing the institute’s engagement with the design and creative industry ecosystem. This role is responsible for developing meaningful, long-term partnerships that translate into student opportunities including internships, live projects, and collaborative engagements.

You will working closely with the Head, Industry Placements & Partnerships, and will focus on expanding the institute’s industry network, strengthening employer relationships, and positioning the institute as a preferred partner for talent and collaboration.

Key Responsibilities

Industry Engagement & Outreach

• Build and expand relationships with leading design studios, brands, creative agencies, and emerging enterprises.
• Develop a strong pipeline of industry partners aligned with institutional goals and student pathways.
• Proactively identify and initiate new partnership opportunities across sectors.

Partnership Management

• Serve as the primary point of contact for industry partners, ensuring consistent and meaningful engagement.
• Build long-term, value-driven relationships with a focus on repeat collaboration.
• Ensure a high-quality partner experience through professional and timely communication.

Collaboration & Opportunity Creation

• Enable partnerships that translate into internships, live projects, workshops, and other academic engagements.
• Work closely with internal teams to align industry opportunities with student and curriculum needs.
• Support the conversion of partnerships into tangible career outcomes.

Industry Interface & Engagement Platforms

• Conceptualize and deliver engagement forums such as portfolio reviews, industry panels, and networking events.
• Facilitate industry participation in academic and co-curricular initiatives.

Brand & Institutional Representation

• Represent the institute at industry forums, events, and professional networks.
• Contribute to strengthening the institute’s visibility and reputation within the industry ecosystem.
• Collaborate with internal teams to showcase partnership outcomes and success stories.

Insights & Reporting

• Maintain structured data on partnerships, engagement, and outcomes.
• Track and report key metrics related to industry engagement and collaboration.
• Provide insights on industry trends, hiring patterns, and emerging opportunities.

Candidate Profile

• 8-10 years of experience in industry partnerships, corporate relations, student placements, or business development roles.
• Strong understanding of stakeholder engagement and relationship management.
• Excellent communication and networking capabilities.
• Ability to operate in a dynamic, high-growth academic environment.
• Prior exposure to design, creative industries, or higher education is an advantage.

Compensation

Competitive and commensurate with the individual’s experience and expertise, while being aligned with prevailing industry standards.

Application Procedure

Please send your application to with the subject line: \"Sr. Associate/ Assistant Manager - Industry Partnerships : Your Name\".

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