Senior Placement Officer

Overview

Client is seeking a senior, results-oriented professional with 6–10 years of relevant experience to support and strengthen its academic–industry engagement and placement ecosystem. Reporting to the Head – Placements, the role involves leading placement and internship initiatives, managing and mentoring a small team, and working closely with corporate partners and internal stakeholders in a fast-paced, multicultural environment.

• Lead and manage end-to-end placement and internship activities for assigned programs
• Supervise, guide, and mentor placement team members, ensuring effective execution of goals
• Drive final placements and internship opportunities through sustained corporate engagement
• Build, develop, and maintain strong relationships with corporate partners, recruiters, alumni, and internal stakeholders
• Identify and develop new industry partnerships and strategic placement opportunities aligned with institutional objectives
• Analyse market trends, hiring patterns, and placement data to support strategic planning and decision-making
• Prepare and present placement reports, dashboards, proposals, and reviews for senior management
• Coordinate with cross-border and regional teams to support international business and placement objectives
• Represent Client at corporate meetings, networking events, alumni interactions, and industry forums

• 6–10 years of relevant professional experience, preferably in placements, corporate relations, talent acquisition, or academic–industry interface roles
• Demonstrated experience in team handling, mentoring, or project leadership
• Strong communication, negotiation, analytical, and stakeholder management skills
• Proven ability to operate effectively in a multicultural and international environment
• Hands-on, solution-oriented mindset with strong ownership and execution capability
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and tight timelines with minimal supervision
• MBA / PGDM or equivalent postgraduate qualification from a reputed institution
• Prior experience working in GCC / Middle East markets
• Strong client-facing and senior stakeholder management exposure
• Understanding of regional hiring practices, labour norms, and compliance frameworks