Deputy Director - Placements and Partnerships

Arthan; Hyderabad; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Arthan is seeking a senior leader to drive placements and internship outcomes. The role involves building partnerships, leading upskilling initiatives, and overseeing career services for students.

Key responsibilities include securing diverse placement opportunities, managing a team, and fostering industry collaborations. A Master’s degree and 6-8 years of relevant experience are required. Strong communication and project management skills are essential to excel in this position.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 to 8 years of experience in university placements or corporate talent acquisition.
• Experience leading placement and career-services functions within a higher-education institution.
• Track record of building and managing corporate partnerships and institutional collaborations.

Responsibilities

• Secure placements and internship opportunities for students.
• Develop and implement a comprehensive placement strategy.
• Lead and manage the Careers & Placement team.

Skills

Management

Stakeholder Engagement

Project Management

Communication

Negotiation

Education

Master's degree in Management, HR, Education, or related field

Job description

ROLE OVERVIEW

This is a senior leadership role responsible for driving placement and internship outcomes, building a strong ecosystem of industry and institutional partnerships, and leading end-to-end career services. The incumbent will also spearhead professional upskilling initiatives and position the organization's graduates as highly sought-after professionals in their respective fields.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Placements & Career Services

• Take full ownership of securing placements and internship opportunities for all students across the program.
• Develop and implement a comprehensive annual placement strategy aligned with institutional goals.
• Curate targeted placements across government bodies, international development agencies, think tanks, and leading consulting firms.
• Design and oversee pre-placement training modules covering soft skills, technical skills, sector-specific knowledge, mock interviews, and group discussions.
• Conduct annual reviews of placement strategies and present improvement plans to senior leadership.

Partnerships & Stakeholder Engagement

• Build and sustain long-term relationships with HR heads, industry leaders, and sector bodies to secure diverse placement and partnership opportunities.
• Establish and formalize MoUs and collaborative frameworks with leading Indian and international institutions.
• Liaise with alumni networks and partner institutions to generate mentorship and career opportunities for current students.

Upskilling & Training

• Organise and deliver professional upskilling programmes for government officials and private-sector professionals, including seminars and workshops.
• Maintain relationships with government departments, ministries, and private organisations for long-term training partnerships.

Team Leadership & Reporting

• Lead, mentor, and manage the Careers & Placement team.
• Maintain databases of placement metrics and reporting frameworks.
• Ensure regular communication with institutional leadership for strategic alignment.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• Master's degree in Management, HR, Education, Public Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum 6 to 8 years of experience in university placements, corporate talent acquisition, business development, or training & development.
• Demonstrated experience leading placement and career-services functions within a higher-education institution is strongly preferred.
• Track record of building and managing corporate partnerships and institutional collaborations at a senior level.
• Experience designing and delivering professional development or executive education programmes is highly desirable.

KEY COMPETENCIES

• Ability to manage diverse, senior-level stakeholders across academia, government, and industry.
• Strong communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to design KPIs, monitor trends, and forecast placement needs.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to operationalise strategy across multiple workstreams.
• Commitment to student development and equitable career outcomes.