Role Purpose Muthoot FinCorp is looking for an experienced retired Principal or senior academic professional to lead and strengthen the academic and learning initiatives of Muthoot FinCorp Academy. The role will be responsible for bringing strong academic discipline, structured learning practices and institutional experience into the Academy. The incumbent will work closely with the HR, Learning & Development, Talent Acquisition and Business teams to design and deliver programmes that improve the capability, employability and professional readiness of employees, trainees, interns and students associated with Muthoot FinCorp.

Key Responsibilities
Academic Leadership & Governance
• Provide overall academic leadership and direction for Muthoot FinCorp Academy.
• Establish structured academic processes, learning standards and governance mechanisms.
• Develop academic calendars, training schedules and programme frameworks.
• Ensure quality and consistency across all Academy programmes.
• Review learning outcomes and recommend improvements based on feedback and business requirements. Curriculum & Programme Development
• Support the design and development of training curricula for freshers, trainees and existing employees.
• Align academic programmes with current banking, financial services, sales and customer-service requirements.
• Work with internal subject matter experts to develop course content, case studies, assessments and practical learning modules.
• Introduce appropriate teaching methodologies including classroom learning, experiential learning, projects, case studies and digital learning. Campus & Academic Partnerships
• Build and maintain relationships with colleges, universities and educational institutions.
• Support Joint Certification Programmes, internships,



campus engagement and industry-academia initiatives.
• Interact with Principals, Deans, faculty members and placement teams of partner institutions.
• Identify opportunities to bridge the gap between academic curriculum and industry requirements.
• Support initiatives aimed at improving the employability of students. Training & Faculty Development
• Guide internal trainers, faculty members and subject matter experts on effective learning delivery.
• Conduct sessions on leadership, communication, professional behaviour, employability and other relevant areas.
• Develop faculty evaluation and trainer-development mechanisms.
• Encourage innovative and practical methods of learning. Student / Trainee Development
• Mentor trainees and young professionals joining through Academy programmes.
• Support development of communication, discipline, workplace behaviour, customer orientation and skilled skills.
• Establish mechanisms for monitoring trainee attendance, performance, assessments and overall progress.
• Identify trainees requiring additional support and recommend suitable interventions. Assessment & Certification
• Develop appropriate assessment methodologies to evaluate knowledge, behavioural competencies and learning effectiveness.
• Monitor examinations, assessments, projects and certification processes.
• Ensure that certification standards are clearly defined and consistently followed.




• Review programme effectiveness through assessments, feedback and post-training performance. Industry Readiness & Employability
• Work closely with business leaders to understand current and future skill requirements.
• Ensure Academy programmes prepare participants for roles within Muthoot FinCorp.
• Support structured pathways for interns and trainees to move into suitable employment opportunities based on performance and organisational requirements.
• Introduce practical exposure through projects, branch visits, business interactions and industry assignments. Academy Administration
• Monitor overall functioning and discipline of the Academy.
• Prepare periodic reports on programmes, participant performance, placement/absorption and learning outcomes.
• Ensure proper documentation of academic records, attendance, assessments and certifications.
• Support budgeting and resource planning for Academy programmes. Qualification
• Postgraduate degree from a recognised university.
• B.
Ed., M.
Ed., Ph.
D. or equivalent academic qualification will be preferred.
• Candidates with qualifications in Management, Commerce, Economics, Education or related disciplines will be considered favourably. Experience
• Minimum 20–25 years of experience in the education sector.
• Should have served as a Principal / Vice Principal / Dean / Head of Institution in a reputed college or educational institution.
• Preference will be given to candidates with experience in:
• Higher education institutions
• Professional colleges or management institutions
• Industry-academia collaboration
• Student employability and placement initiatives
• Curriculum development and academic administration
• Training and leadership development

📌 Academic Head (Thiruvananthapuram)
🏢 Muthoot Pappachan Group
📍 Thiruvananthapuram