Placement Officer

Job Summary

The Placement Executive is responsible for building and maintaining relationships with recruiters, coordinating campus placement drives, and preparing students for job opportunities. The role bridges the gap between the institute and industry, ensuring maximum placement of eligible students.

Key Responsibilities

Industry & Corporate Relations

• Identify, approach, and onboard new companies for campus recruitment

• Maintain and strengthen relationships with existing recruiting partners

• Negotiate job profiles, packages, and hiring timelines with companies

• Organize corporate visits, guest lectures, and industry interaction sessions

Placement Drive Coordination

• Plan and execute end-to-end campus placement drives (pre-placement talks, tests, interviews)

• Coordinate scheduling between companies and students/faculty

• Manage logistics — venues, equipment, documentation for recruitment events

• Track and maintain placement data, offer letters, and student records

Student Preparation & Support

• Conduct or arrange training sessions on resume building, aptitude tests, group discussions, and interview skills

• Counsel students on career options and suitable job roles

• Maintain updated student database with academic records, skills, and preferences

• Organize mock interviews and skill-development workshops

Reporting & Documentation

• Prepare placement statistics and reports for management/accreditation purposes

• Maintain MoUs, agreements, and correspondence with recruiting companies

• Update placement brochure and institute website with placement data

• Ensure compliance with institute policies and industry standards

Alumni & Networking

• Build alumni network for referrals and mentorship opportunities

• Leverage alumni working in companies for lead generation

Required Skills & Qualifications

Education: Bachelor's/Master's degree (MBA preferred, especially in HR or Marketing)

Experience: 2–5 years in placements, corporate relations, HR, or recruitment (freshers with strong communication skills may be considered for junior roles)

Skills:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Strong networking and negotiation ability

• Proficiency in MS Office/Excel and data management

• Event planning and coordination skills

• Good understanding of industry hiring trends

• Ability to multitask and work under deadlines

Key Attributes

• Proactive and target-oriented

• Strong relationship-building ability

• Presentable and professional demeanor

• Willingness to travel for corporate visits

• It is a Full Time Recruiter / HR / Admin job for candidates with 1 - 3 years of experience.