IT Placement Specialist

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About upGrad

upGrad is India’s largest integrated Learning, Skilling, Workforce Development, and Placement organization. With a strong presence across Data Science, AI/ML, Software Development, Cloud, Cybersecurity, and Digital Marketing, we partner with leading companies to deliver top-tier talent and career outcomes.

IT Placement Specialist

Role: IT Placement Specialist

This is a high-impact role focused on strengthening hiring partnerships, driving placements, and ensuring exceptional employer satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

1. Client Acquisition & Onboarding

• Identify, connect, and onboard new hiring partners across Data Science, AI/ML, Full Stack Development, Cloud, Cybersecurity, and Digital Marketing domains.
• Understand client hiring requirements, JD specifics, and skill expectations.
• Build strong and long-term employer relationships to ensure continuous hiring demand.

2. Candidate Placement & Coordination

• Match candidates from upGrad’s learner pool with relevant job requirements.
• Shortlist profiles based on skill fit, project experience, and employer expectations.
• Coordinate interview processes: screening, scheduling, feedback, final selection, and offer closure.
• Maintain strong follow-up with candidates until successful onboarding.

3. Recruitment & Market Knowledge

• Stay updated on industry trends in Data Science, AI, ML, Data Engineering, Cloud, and Digital Marketing.
• Advise candidates on interview preparation, market expectations, and upskilling alignment.
• Drive hiring for roles like Data Analyst, Data Scientist, ML Engineer, AI Engineer, Digital Marketing Specialist, SEO/SEM roles, etc.

4. Reporting & Process Excellence

• Maintain accurate placement trackers, client interaction records, and hiring dashboards.
• Ensure timely reporting of placement outcomes, employer feedback, and pipeline status to stakeholders.
• Work cross-functionally with Career Coaches, Program Managers, and Enterprise teams.

Required Skills & Experience

• 3–6 years of experience in IT recruitment / hiring / client management / staffing.

• Strong understanding of Data Science, AI/ML, Analytics, Cloud, Software roles, and Digital Marketing roles.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
• Experience in managing multiple stakeholders and ensuring hiring closure.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with targets and tight timelines.
• Strong problem-solving, coordination, and candidate management skill