Website:
mkes.co.uk
Job details:
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 & Professional 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:
aquil.jobs@gmail.com
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