Job Description (JD) Placement Officer – Corporate Relations & Career Services
Position Title:
Placement Officer
Department
Corporate Relations, Career Services, Training & Alumni Relations
Reporting To
Director & Head – Career Services, Corporate & Alumni Relations

Position Summary
The Placement Officer is responsible for supporting and executing institutional placement activities by coordinating with recruiters, students, faculty coordinators, and internal stakeholders to ensure successful campus recruitment outcomes.
The role focuses on corporate outreach, placement operations, internship coordination, student engagement, recruiter servicing, drive execution, MIS reporting, and achievement of departmental placement targets. The Placement Officer acts as a critical bridge between the institution, industry, and students to facilitate quality placement opportunities and enhance employability outcomes.

Key Roles & Responsibilities
1. Placement Operations & Campus Recruitment
Coordinate end-to-end campus recruitment activities for UG and PG programs.
Organize placement drives, interviews, online assessments, group discussions, and pre-placement talks.
Manage recruiter schedules, interview panels, and placement logistics.
Ensure smooth execution of on-campus, off-campus, virtual, and hybrid recruitment drives.
Maintain placement calendars and student participation records.

2. Corporate Relations & Employer Engagement
Build and maintain relationships with recruiters, HR professionals, and industry partners.
Identify and approach new companies for campus recruitment and internship opportunities.
Support corporate tie-ups, industry collaborations, and MoU activities.
Coordinate recruiter visits and ensure high-quality recruiter experience.
Conduct regular follow-ups with companies regarding hiring requirements and drive confirmations.

3. Student Coordination & Guidance
Communicate placement opportunities, eligibility criteria, schedules, and process updates to students.




Guide students regarding recruitment processes, corporate expectations, and placement policies.
Coordinate with faculty coordinators and HODs for ensuring student participation.
Counsel students regarding career opportunities, job roles, and employability expectations.
Monitor placement preparedness and participation levels.

4. Internship Coordination
Coordinate internship opportunities and internship-related processes.
Maintain internship records, employer databases, and internship tracking reports.
Liaise with industry partners for internship-to-PPO opportunities.

5. Placement MIS & Documentation
Maintain accurate records of:
Student registrations
Placement status
Offers received
Company databases
Recruiter interactions
Internship records
Prepare daily, weekly, monthly, and annual placement reports.
Support data preparation for accreditation, ranking, audits, and management review meetings.

6. Training & Employability Support
Coordinate training programs in association with the Training Team.
Support mock interviews, aptitude assessments, soft skills sessions, and employability initiatives.
Provide recruiter feedback to training teams for targeted student development.

7. Event Management & Stakeholder Coordination
Support organization of:
Placement Days
Job Fairs
HR Conclaves
Corporate Guest Sessions
Industry Interaction Programs
Alumni Engagement Activities
Coordinate hospitality, logistics, scheduling, and communication during events.

Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Management, Commerce, HR, Business Administration, or related field.
MBA / PGDM preferred.

Experience Required




4–12 years of experience in:
Placements
Corporate Relations
Recruitment
HR Operations
Career Services
Academic Administration
Experience in educational institutions/universities preferred.

Required Skills & Competencies
Functional Skills
Corporate Networking
Recruitment Coordination
Campus Placement Operations
Student Engagement
Event Coordination
Documentation & MIS Management
Technical Skills
MS Office Suite
Excel & Reporting
Google Workspace
ERP / Placement Portal Handling
Email & Qualified Communication
Behavioral Competencies
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Strong coordination and follow-up abilities
Relationship management skills
Ability to work under deadlines and targets
Problem-solving and multitasking ability
Professionalism and accountability

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
Number of recruiters onboarded
Number of placement opportunities generated
Student participation levels
Placement conversion ratios
Recruiter satisfaction levels
Internship opportunities generated
Timeliness and accuracy of reporting
Placement target achievement

Preferred Attributes
Strong industry orientation and networking ability
High ownership and execution mindset
Ability to handle dynamic recruitment schedules
Strong persuasion and stakeholder management skills
Willingness to travel for corporate meetings and outreach activities

Nature of Work
The role involves regular interaction with:
Corporate HR Teams
Recruiters & Industry Leaders
Students & Faculty Members
Institutional Leadership
Training Vendors & External Stakeholders
The role may require extended working hours during peak placement seasons and recruitment events.

NOTE: If the experience and other eligibility criteria are met, kindly send your updated resume with a Cover Letter and Current & expected CTC, on the below mentioned email id:
[email protected]

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