Placement Specialist

About NIIT

NIIT is a global leader in Skills and Talent Development, established in 1981, with operations across 40 countries. The organization provides training and development solutions for individuals, enterprises, and institutions. NIITs programs are designed to meet the evolving demands of the global workforce and foster industry-ready professionals.

We are seeking a highly motivated and dynamic Industry Collaboration Executive cum Placement Executive to join our team at NIIT Limited. The ideal candidate will play a pivotal role in establishing and nurturing relationships with enterprises and corporate organizations, facilitating the placement of NIIT students into professional practice and full-time job roles. This position is critical to our efforts to bridge the gap between education and industry, ensuring our students are well-placed within leading companies.

Key Responsibilities:

• Industry Collaboration & Client Relationship Management:

• Establish and maintain relationships with corporate clients, including private universities, enterprises, and edtech organizations.
• Act as the primary point of contact for organizations seeking to hire NIIT students, including for Professional Practice and full-time roles.
• Engage in sales and marketing efforts to promote NIITs offerings, including student placement services.
• Manage client expectations, working closely with both internal stakeholders and external clients to align on recruitment goals and job requirements.

• Placement Coordination:

• Organize placement drives at NIIT locations or client premises, ensuring seamless execution and student participation.
• Match student profiles to job descriptions (JDs) and collaborate with employers to ensure the best fit for both candidates and organizations.
• Provide guidance and support to students during the placement process, offering interview preparation and career counselling as needed.

• Technology & Market Understanding:

• Demonstrate a strong understanding of IT roles and the technology sector to facilitate informed placements.
• Keep abreast of trends in the IT education sector, including changes in job requirements and new technologies.

• Travel & On-site Engagement:

• Willingness to travel to meet clients, arrange placement drives, and represent NIIT at external events and job fairs.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• 3-4 years of relevant experience in IT recruitment or placement.
• Strong selling and presentation skills, with the ability to clearly communicate value propositions.
• Excellent relationship management skills and the ability to connect with corporate organizations, enterprises, and educational institutions.
• In-depth knowledge of the IT hiring landscape, with prior experience in Edtech, engineering student placements, or collaboration with private universities.
• Familiarity with various IT roles, technology domains, and industry requirements.
• Proven ability to match profiles to job descriptions and manage the full recruitment cycle.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to travel as needed to meet clients and coordinate placement drives.
• Based in Mumbai or Pune (Preferred).

Desired Experience:

• Experience working in the IT education industry, with a strong understanding of the IT market and recruitment trends.
• A strong network of past clients and contacts in the IT and educational sectors.