Placement Officer

Job Description

Job Purpose: The Placement Officer is responsible for managing all aspects of student placements for the School of Law/ School of Sciences ( Computer & Data Science) at CHRIST (Deemed to be University), Pune Lavasa Campus. This includes establishing and maintaining relationships with corporate partners, organizing campus recruitment activities, and ensuring students are adequately prepared for the job market. The Placement Officer must navigate the unique challenges of the Lavasa location to attract top companies and facilitate successful student placements. Key Accountabilities : Specify the output required from the job. Description/ Key Result Areas: 1. Corporate Relations: Develop and maintain relationships with national and international companies to secure placement opportunities for students. Organize campus recruitment drives, job fairs, and networking events to connect students with potential employers. Conduct regular follow-ups with companies to understand their recruitment needs and feedback on student performance. 2. Student Development: Design and implement training programs, workshops, and mock interviews to enhance students' employability skills. Provide individual career counselling and guidance to students to help them identify their career goals and prepare for the job market. Ensure students are well-prepared for interviews, group discussions, and other selection processes. 3 . Placement Process Management: Coordinate all aspects of the placement process, including scheduling interviews, coordinating with faculty and administration, and managing logistics. Maintain accurate records of placement activities, including student data, company interactions, and placement outcomes. Monitor and report on placement statistics, trends, and feedback to continuously improve the placement process. 4. Employer Engagement: Organize corporate visits and invite industry leaders for guest lectures, seminars, and panel discussions to provide students with industry insights. Collaborate with faculty to integrate industry requirements into the curriculum and ensure students acquire relevant skills. Develop strategies to attract companies to the Lavasa campus despite geographical challenges, highlighting the unique advantages of the location. 5. Alumni Relations: Engage with alumni to leverage their networks for placement opportunities and mentorship programs. Organize alumni interactions and networking events to build a strong alumni community that supports current students. Other: Adhere to all Organization policies and procedures. Ensuring any tasks assigned by the reporting line are completed and reported back with relevant documentation and evidences. Qualifications, Knowledge and Experience Qualifications: Minimum: Bachelors degree in Business Administration, Education Management, or related field. Preferred: Master's degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, or a related field. Languages Minimum: English Hindi Marathi (Preferred) Experience: Minimum: Minimum 5 years of experience in educational administration, marketing, or placement roles. Experience working in a multicultural environment MS Office & Google suite. Skills & Competencies Excellent communication skills (speak clearly; good listening skills) Excellent telephone etiquette Planning & organizing skills Ability to prioritize & multi task Detail focused Written skills Customer service orientation Cross Cultural Sensitivity Proficiency in digital marketing tools and platforms. Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities. Ability to build and maintain industry relationships. Analytical skills to assess marketing campaign effectiveness and academic operations. Navigating the geographical challenges of Lavasa to attract companies for campus placements. Ensuring students from diverse backgrounds are prepared for the competitive job market. Continuously adapting to changing industry requirements and recruitment trends. Personal attributes/ Profile Greet and Meet everyone with a smile. Friendly and confident personality Patient Resilient Flexible Neat and tidy personal presentation People orientated Be able to communicate well with people of all levels Ability to work collaboratively across multiple teams and campuses. Self-motivated and proactive. Detail-oriented and committed to high standards of work.