Manager / senior manager - placement and training

Department: Training & Placement Cell

Reporting To: Director / Head of Institution/ Chairperson

Job Location: Mira Road, Mumbai.

Role Overview

The Placement Manager / Senior Manager is responsible for facilitating campus placements, building corporate relationships, and enhancing student employability through structured training and industry engagement.

Key Responsibilities

1. Campus Placement Management

Coordinate and execute end-to-end placement activities Invite companies for campus recruitment drives Schedule interviews, tests, and selection processes Ensure smooth conduct of placement drives (online/offline)

2. Corporate Relations

Develop and maintain relationships with HRs, recruiters, and industry leaders Identify new companies for placement opportunities Organize industry visits, guest lectures, and networking events

3. Student Training & Development

Identify skill gaps and arrange: Aptitude training Soft skills development Technical workshops Prepare students for: Resume building Group discussions Personal interviews

4. Placement Strategy & Planning

Develop placement calendars and annual strategy Set placement targets (number of offers, companies, packages) Track and improve placement statistics year-on-year

5. Data Management & Reporting

Maintain student databases (eligible, placed, offers) Generate reports on: Placement status Company participation Salary trends Coordinate with internal stakeholders (HR, Admin, Faculty)

6. Internship Management

Facilitate internship opportunities for students Track internship performance and conversion to full-time roles

7. Compliance & Documentation

Ensure all placement-related documentation is maintained Follow institutional policies and reporting standards

Key Skills Required

Strong communication & interpersonal skills Corporate networking ability Organizational & coordination skills Negotiation and stakeholder management Knowledge of recruitment processes Data management & reporting skills

Qualifications

Bachelors / Master's degree (MBA preferred) Experience in: Campus placements / HR / Recruitment Academic institutions (preferred)

Experience

10–15 years in placements - Manager Role, recruitment, or corporate relations 15 Number of companies onboarded Placement percentage Average salary package improvement Student satisfaction Internship conversion rate Additional Responsibilities Branding the institute among recruiters Alumni engagement for placement support Organizing job fairs / mega placement drives