Early Careers and University Relations Lead

Forgent is seeking a strategic and hands-on Early Careers & University Relations Lead to design, build, and scale a best-in-class early talent strategy. Reporting to the VP of Talent Acquisition, this role will own the development and execution of Forgent’s university engagement, internship programs, and entry-level hiring pipelines.

The Lead will operate with a high degree of autonomy in building and executing programs, while partnering closely with the VP of Talent Acquisition, who provides strategic oversight and ensures alignment with enterprise talent priorities.

• Develop and execute a comprehensive early careers strategy aligned with Forgent’s workforce planning and growth priorities
• Design scalable recruiting programs for interns, co-ops, and entry-level hires across key functional areas
• Establish KPIs and metrics to measure program success (conversion rates, diversity outcomes, retention, performance)

• Identify and build strategic partnerships with target universities, colleges, and talent pipelines
• Create and manage campus engagement plans including career fairs, info sessions, and leadership engagement
• Cultivate relationships with faculty, career services, student organizations, and diversity-focused groups

• Lead end-to-end recruiting for early career talent, including sourcing, interviewing, and offer management
• Develop innovative sourcing strategies leveraging digital platforms, events, and partnerships
• Deliver a best-in-class candidate experience that reflects Forgent’s values and culture

• Design and manage structured internship and early career development programs
• Partner with business leaders to ensure meaningful project work, mentorship, and feedback loops
• Drive intern-to-full-time conversion strategy and onboarding experiences

• Build Forgent’s brand presence on campus and across early-career talent channels (social, events, partnerships)
• Collaborate with marketing and communications to craft compelling messaging and campaigns
• Leverage storytelling and employee ambassadors to differentiate Forgent in competitive markets

• Embed DEI priorities into all early careers initiatives
• Expand partnerships with HBCUs, HSIs, women’s colleges, and other diverse institutions
• Track and improve diverse representation across early talent pipelines

• Partner with hiring managers and leadership to forecast early talent needs and hiring plans
• Collaborate with HR, L&D, and business leaders to create development pathways for early talent
• Provide regular updates and insights to the VP of Talent Acquisition and executive stakeholders
• Partner closely with the VP of Talent Acquisition to align early careers strategy with broader organizational goals, with the VP providing strategic guidance and final alignment on key program decisions
• Proactively bring forward recommendations, insights, and program innovations to inform leadership decision‑making
• Ensure all early talent initiatives are aligned with enterprise talent strategy, hiring priorities, and workforce planning

• 6–10+ years of experience in university relations, early careers recruiting, or campus talent programs
• Proven experience building or scaling early careers initiatives in a corporate or high-growth environment
• Strong relationship management and stakeholder influencing skills
• Demonstrated ability to manage programs end-to‑end with measurable outcomes
• Experience driving diversity recruiting initiatives within early talent pipelines

• Experience in [relevant industry—consulting, tech, professional services, etc.]
• Background working in a mid‑sized or…