Placement Officer

RVITM, a premier engineering college offering BE and MCA programmes, inviting applications for qualified candidates for various teaching and non-teaching positions.

Job description - Placement Officer

The Placement Officer will be responsible for developing and maintaining strong relationships with industry partners, organizing campus recruitment drives, and ensuring successful student placements. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in placement coordination, corporate relations, and student career development preferably within a reputed college or university setting.

Role & responsibilities:

• Develop and implement a comprehensive placement strategy aligned with institutional goals.
• Build and sustain strong relationships with corporate organizations, HR leaders, and industry associations.
• Identify employment opportunities and internship programs for students across disciplines.
• Organize campus recruitment drives, job fairs, and pre-placement training sessions.
• Coordinate with department heads, faculty, and student placement committees for effective placement processes.
• Organize/Conduct regular sessions on resume writing, interview skills, soft skills and career counselling.
• Track placement statistics, prepare reports, and maintain placement records accurately.
• Collaborate with alumni for networking and industry connections.
• Stay updated on current market trends, emerging job sectors, and employer expectations.

Represent the institution at external forums, conferences, and placement-related events.

Preferred candidate profile:

• Bachelor's or master's degree in management, HR, or related discipline (MBA is preferred).
• Minimum 10 years of relevant experience in placements, corporate relations, or career services, preferably in an educational institution.
• Proven track record of successful campus placements and strong industry networks.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational and leadership abilities with attention to detail.
• Proficiency in MS Office and database management.

Role: Administration & Staff - Other

Industry Type: Education / Training

Department: Teaching & Training

Employment Type: Full Time, Permanent

Role Category: Administration & Staff

Education: PG: MBA/PGDM in HR/Industrial Relations

Key Skills: Skills highlighted with ‘Preferred candidate profile” are preferred key skills