Dy. Director

Job Title:
Deputy Director – Placements

Number of Positions
- 4

Location:
1 Bengaluru / 1 Mumbai / 2 Gurugram

University Head Office:
Dehradun

About the Role

We are Hiring for our client and seeking dynamic professionals to join as
Deputy Director – Placements
with our client (University). This role will be based in
Bengaluru, Mumbai, or Gurugram
, working closely with the central team in Dehradun. The Deputy Director will play a key role in building strong corporate partnerships, driving student placement initiatives, and enhancing the University's industry interface.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead campus placement initiatives for UG and PG programs across multiple disciplines.
• Build and strengthen relationships with corporates, GCC's,MNCs, start-ups, and industry bodies to generate recruitment opportunities.
• Develop sector-wise employer engagement strategies tailored to regional markets (Bengaluru, Mumbai, Gurugram).
• Collaborate with faculty and academic leadership to align student readiness with industry expectations.
• Mentor and guide the placement team and student representatives to ensure smooth execution of recruitment drives.
• Track placement data, analyse hiring trends, and prepare reports for leadership review.
• Drive alumni engagement for networking, mentoring, and placement support.
• Organize pre-placement activities including workshops, mock interviews, and industry interactions.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Management, HR, or related field.
• 12–15 years of relevant experience in campus placements, corporate relations, or talent acquisition, preferably in higher education or EdTech.
• Strong corporate network in the region (Bengaluru/Mumbai/Gurugram).
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship management skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with central teams in Dehradun.
• Proven track record of driving successful placement outcomes.