Job Description Job Title: Placement Manager n Department: Career Service Development n Location: Unitedworld Institute of Design, Delhi NCR n Employment Type: Full-Time n Reporting To: Head of Career Services n Job Summary n The Placement Manager will drive the placement process for UID's design programs, fostering strong industry partnerships to secure high-quality placements for students in fashion, interior, product, graphic, and communication design fields. This role focuses on strategizing career services, organizing placement drives, and enhancing employability skills to achieve 90%+ placement rates annually. n Key Responsibilities n n Develop and execute annual placement strategies, including industry outreach, campus recruitment events, and virtual placement drives. n Build and maintain relationships with design firms, creative agencies, corporates (e.g., fashion houses, interior brands, digital studios), and alumni networks in Delhi NCR and pan-India. n Coordinate pre-placement training, resume building workshops, mock interviews, and skill development sessions tailored to design portfolios and industry demands. n Manage end-to-end placement processes: student registrations, company shortlisting, placement schedules, offer negotiations, and placement reporting. n Analyze placement data using tools like Excel/Google Sheets to track metrics (e.g., highest package, average CTC, sector-wise placements)



and prepare reports for university leadership. n Collaborate with faculty and program heads to align curriculum with industry needs and organize guest lectures/career fairs. n Ensure compliance with placement policies, diversity hiring goals, and UID's ethical standards. n n Qualifications and Experience n n Master's degree in Management, HR, Design, or related field; UGC NET qualification preferred. n 4-6 years of experience in placements/training & placement in higher education, preferably in design/creative arts institutes. n Proven track record in securing placements with top design brands (e.g., Raymond, Asian Paints, Ogilvy) and achieving high placement percentages. n n Required Skills n n Strong networking and communication skills; proficiency in stakeholder management. n Data-driven mindset with expertise in MS Excel, Google Workspace, and CRM tools for placement tracking. n Knowledge of Delhi NCR job market, design industry trends, and employability skills training. n Excellent organizational abilities; ability to handle multiple recruitment cycles under tight deadlines. n n Preferred Attributes n n Familiarity with Indian higher education placement norms and accreditation standards (e.g., NAAC). n Passion for design education and mentoring creative talent. n Willingness to travel for industry events and work flexible schedule during peak placement seasons. n

📌 Placement Manager (Gurugram)
🏢 Unitedworld Institute of Design - NCR
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