Manager - University and College Partnership

3 weeks ago

Kollam, Kerala, India Ignify solutions Pvt Ltd Full time

About IgnifyCareers.com (A Unit of Ignify Solutions Pvt Ltd):

IgnifyCareers.com, a flagship unit of Ignify Solutions Pvt Ltd, is an IIT & IIM alumni-backed career enablement platform dedicated to bridging the gap between academic learning and industry employability.

Founded in 2019 by seasoned leaders with over two decades of education sector experience, Ignify Solutions has empowered colleges, universities, skilling programs, and edtech initiatives nationally and internationally.

Our Core Offering:

IgnifyCareers.com provides an integrated ecosystem for students, job seekers, and institutions to boost employability through:

  • AI-powered Interview Preparation & Assessment
  • Industry-relevant Skilling Courses
  • Job Application & Placement Opportunities
  • Career Mentorship from Verified Industry Experts
About the Role:

We are seeking an experienced University Partnership Manager to be based in Mumbai. This full-time role is ideal for a professional with a strong network in higher education who can drive strategic partnerships, grow institutional engagement, and help universities boost student employability through IgnifyCareers.com's innovative solutions.

This position offers competitive pay, performance-linked incentives, and the opportunity to work directly with IIT & IIM alumni leaders in shaping the future of employability in India.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Build and maintain strong partnerships with colleges, universities, and higher education institutions in Mumbai and nearby regions.
  • Engage with Training & Placement Heads, Principals, Directors, and decision-makers to present IgnifyCareers.com's platform and services.
  • Conduct impactful product presentations and live demos highlighting our career readiness, interview preparation, and skilling solutions.
  • Negotiate and close institutional agreements to achieve revenue and growth targets.
  • Act as the primary relationship manager for partnered institutions, ensuring smooth onboarding and service delivery.
  • Track market developments and provide strategic feedback to leadership for product improvement.
Required Qualifications & Experience:
  • Minimum 5 years of experience in institutional sales, business development, or partnership management in the education sector.
  • Strong, existing network of college/university decision-makers in Mumbai is essential.
  • Proven track record of successfully selling educational products, placement solutions, or skilling programs.
  • Preferred profiles:
  • Former Training & Placement Officers / Heads
  • Senior Education Consultants
  • Professionals with exposure to private engineering, MBA, degree colleges, and universities.
Skills & Attributes:
  • Exceptional relationship-building and networking skills.
  • Confident communicator with strong presentation and negotiation abilities.
  • Self-driven, target-oriented, and capable of working independently.
  • Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
Perks & Benefits:
  • Competitive fixed salary + attractive incentive structure.
  • Direct mentorship from IIT & IIM alumni leadership.
  • Full training and onboarding on IgnifyCareers.com's solutions.
  • Opportunity to work on a mission-driven platform shaping the employability landscape.
Job Location:

Mumbai, India – Field visits to partner colleges/universities as required.

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