JOB DESCRIPTION
– HEAD – TRAINING & PLACEMENTPosition: Head – Training & Placement Department: Training & Placement

Experience:
8–10 Years Industry

Experience:
Mandatory experience in a College/University

Salary:
Open for Negotiation Employment Type: Full-Time

Location:
Noida

About the Role
We are looking for an experienced, proactive, and result-oriented Head – Training & Placement to lead the institution’s training and placement functions. The candidate will be responsible for enhancing student employability, developing industry partnerships, facilitating internships and job placements, and ensuring students are prepared to meet industry expectations. The ideal candidate must have prior experience in a college or university, a strong corporate network, excellent leadership skills, and a proven track record in training, campus recruitment, and career development. Key Roles & Responsibilities1. Training & Employability Development
• Develop and implement training programs to enhance students’ employability and professional skills.
• Plan and conduct sessions on communication skills, aptitude, group discussions, interview preparation, resume writing, and workplace readiness.
• Identify students’ skill gaps and introduce suitable training interventions.
• Coordinate with external trainers, industry experts, and corporate professionals for specialized training sessions.
• Monitor training effectiveness through assessments, feedback, and student performance. 2. Placement Strategy & Management
• Develop and implement annual training and placement plans with measurable targets.
• Lead and manage placement activities across all academic programs.
• Coordinate campus recruitment drives, job fairs, internship programs, and recruitment-related events.
• Facilitate placement opportunities aligned with students’ qualifications, skills, and career aspirations.
• Monitor placement outcomes and implement strategies to improve placement rates and the quality of job offers. 3. Corporate Relations & Industry Networking
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with corporate HR teams, recruiters, employers, and industry professionals.
• Identify and approach prospective employers for campus recruitment and internship opportunities.




• Develop new corporate partnerships for placements, live projects, internships, and industry engagement.
• Build a sustainable employer network to support recurring recruitment opportunities.
• Maintain regular communication with recruiters and ensure effective coordination throughout the hiring process. 4. Student Career Guidance & Placement Support
• Guide students in career planning, resume preparation, interview skills, and professional communication.
• Ensure students are informed about relevant job openings, internships, recruitment schedules, and eligibility criteria.
• Facilitate internships, pre-placement offers (PPOs), and full-time employment opportunities.
• Coordinate with students and faculty to ensure timely participation in placement activities.
• Provide career guidance and support to students who require additional preparation. 5. Team Leadership & Department Coordination
• Lead, mentor, and supervise the Training & Placement team.
• Allocate responsibilities, establish performance targets, and monitor team productivity.
• Coordinate with Heads of Departments, faculty members, and academic leadership to integrate training and placement activities with academic schedules.
• Ensure smooth execution of training programs, recruitment drives, and corporate engagement activities.
• Maintain accountability for departmental targets, timelines, and deliverables. 6. Industry–Academia Collaboration
• Identify current industry hiring trends and emerging skill requirements.
• Organize guest lectures, industry visits, seminars, workshops, and corporate mentoring sessions.
• Collaborate with industry professionals to improve curriculum relevance and student readiness.
• Recommend skill-development initiatives based on employer feedback and market requirements.
• Build long-term industry partnerships that support student learning and career opportunities.



7. Reporting, Documentation & Performance Monitoring
• Maintain accurate records of student training, internships, placements, recruiters, and recruitment outcomes.
• Track placement statistics, including placement rates, company participation, salary packages, and student selections.
• Prepare periodic reports and present departmental performance updates to senior management.
• Monitor training effectiveness and placement outcomes against established targets.
• Develop action plans to address performance gaps and continuously improve departmental effectiveness. Eligibility Criteria
• Graduate/Postgraduate degree in Management, Human Resources, Business Administration, or a relevant discipline.
• 8–10 years of relevant professional experience, with mandatory prior experience in the Training & Placement function of a college or university.
• Proven experience in campus recruitment, student training, corporate relations, and career development.
• Strong corporate network and established relationships with recruiters and employers.
• Demonstrated ability to manage a team, achieve placement targets, and improve student employability. Required Skills & Competencies
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong corporate networking, negotiation, and relationship-management abilities.
• Effective leadership, team management, and decision-making skills.
• Robust presentation, coordination, and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent planning, analytical, reporting, and organizational abilities.
• Ability to work with targets, deadlines, and measurable outcomes.
• Proficiency in MS Office, Excel, and placement management systems.
• A proactive, result-oriented approach to student career development and institutional growth. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
• Achievement of annual training and placement targets.
• Improvement in student employability and placement rates.
• Number of new companies and recruiters onboarded.
• Number of internship opportunities, job offers, and PPOs secured.
• Effectiveness of training programs and student interview readiness.
• Improvement in the quality of job offers and salary pack •

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