Strategic Partnership Manager

Job Title:

identifying, onboarding, and managing corporate partners for internships, workshops, expert talks, and more for our students.

They will work cross-functionally to drive impactful collaborations that enhance student learning and career opportunities. The role also involves strengthening NxtWave’s brand as the preferred partner for industry-led tech upskilling initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Identify, reach out to, and onboard corporates for internships, placements, workshops, hackathons, podcasts, expert talks, and other collaborations.
• Develop compelling presentations and proposals that communicate the value propositions of NxtWave’s products and offerings to potential partners.
• Coordinate with internal teams and university stakeholders to execute partnership programs and ensure smooth operations.
• Maintain relationships with existing partners, ensuring they see value and impact from their engagement with NxtWave.
• Track, report, and optimize the impact of partnerships on student learning, placement opportunities, and brand building.
• Support the planning and execution of campus events, hiring drives, hackathons, or expert sessions on-campus and virtually.
• Help build and scale NxtWave’s brand as the go-to partner for industry collaboration in tech upskilling.

Qualifications:

• Strong understanding of partnership ecosystems and B2B dynamics, particularly across corporate partners, with the ability to drive impactful collaborations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to craft clear and persuasive messages.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, GSuite, and leveraging Generative AI tools to create professional and visually compelling proposals.
• Ability to manage multiple partnerships simultaneously, with strong organizational and time-management skills.

Personal Attributes:

• Go-getter Attitude:

  Motivated, energetic, and proactive, with a strong sense of initiative.

• Ownership:

  Ability to take full responsibility for projects and partnerships, delivering quality results.

• Presence & Professionalism:

  Excellent presentation skills, including body language, dressing, and demeanor that reflect professionalism in client meetings and events.

Perks & Benefits:

• Opportunity to work with a rapidly growing edtech company, shaping the future of education.
• Exposure to high-level stakeholders in Startups, MNCs, and all types of corporate partners.
• Growth and development opportunities through management training programs.

• Work Location:

  Hyderabad.
• Please Note: Candidates must be willing to travel to other NIAT Campuses across India whenever required for on-campus events.

• Working days

  : 6 days per week with alternate Saturdays off (All Sundays off)