Job Description

Job Description (JD)

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Placement Officer – Corporate Relations & Career Services

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Position Title:

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Placement Officer

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Department

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Corporate Relations, Career Services, Training & Alumni Relations

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Reporting To

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- Director & Head – Career Services, Corporate & Alumni Relations
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Position Summary

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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.

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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.

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Key Roles & Responsibilities

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1. Placement Operations & Campus Recruitment

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- Coordinate end-to-end campus recruitment activities for UG and PG programs.
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- Organize placement drives, interviews, online assessments, group discussions, and pre-placement talks.
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- Manage recruiter schedules, interview panels, and placement logistics.
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- Ensure smooth execution of on-campus, off-campus, virtual, and hybrid recruitment drives.
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- Maintain placement calendars and student participation records.
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2. Corporate Relations & Employer Engagement

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

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- Communicate placement opportunities, eligibility criteria, schedules, and process updates to students.
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- Guide students regarding recruitment processes,



corporate expectations, and placement policies.
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- Coordinate with faculty coordinators and HODs for ensuring student participation.
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- Counsel students regarding career opportunities, job roles, and employability expectations.
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- Monitor placement preparedness and participation levels.
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4. Internship Coordination

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- Coordinate internship opportunities and internship-related processes.
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- Maintain internship records, employer databases, and internship tracking reports.
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- Liaise with industry partners for internship-to-PPO opportunities.
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5. Placement MIS & Documentation

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

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

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- Support organization of:
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- Placement Days
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- Job Fairs
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- HR Conclaves
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- Corporate Guest Sessions
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- Industry Interaction Programs
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- Alumni Engagement Activities
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- Coordinate hospitality, logistics, scheduling, and communication during events.
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Required Qualifications

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- Bachelor's Degree in Management, Commerce, HR, Business Administration, or related field.
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- MBA / PGDM preferred.
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Experience Required

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

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Functional Skills

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- Corporate Networking
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- Recruitment Coordination
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- Campus Placement Operations
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- Student Engagement
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- Event Coordination
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- Documentation & MIS Management
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Technical Skills

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- MS Office Suite
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- Excel & Reporting
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- Google Workspace
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- ERP / Placement Portal Handling
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- Email & Professional Communication
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Behavioral Competencies

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- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
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- Strong coordination and follow-up abilities
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- Relationship management skills
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- Ability to work under deadlines and targets
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- Problem-solving and multitasking ability
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- Professionalism and accountability
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Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

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- Number of recruiters onboarded
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- Number of placement opportunities generated
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- Student participation levels
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- Placement conversion ratios
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- Recruiter satisfaction levels
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- Internship opportunities generated
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- Timeliness and accuracy of reporting
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- Placement target achievement
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Preferred Attributes

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- Solid industry orientation and networking ability
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- High ownership and execution mindset
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- Ability to handle dynamic recruitment schedules
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- Strong persuasion and stakeholder management skills
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- Willingness to travel for corporate meetings and outreach activities
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Nature of Work

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The role involves regular interaction with:

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- Corporate HR Teams
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- Recruiters & Industry Leaders
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- Students & Faculty Members
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- Institutional Leadership
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- Training Vendors & External Stakeholders
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The role may require extended working hours during peak placement seasons and recruitment events.

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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:

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[email protected]

📌 Placement Officer cum Co- Ordinator (Mumbai)
🏢 MKES
📍 Mumbai