Deputy Placement Manager

Edubridge Learning; Kolkata District; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Edubridge Learning is seeking a Deputy Placement Manager to lead placement initiatives, build employer partnerships, and ensure student placements across multiple sectors. The role demands strong stakeholder management, strategic planning, and execution to meet targets.

Responsibilities include planning, driving 23 placement drives per week, achieving 500+ placements in 34 months, maintaining 70-75% interview-to-offer conversion, and guiding students in resumes and portfolios with regular

Qualifications

• Experience in leading placement drives and campus hiring.
• Strong stakeholder management and employer engagement skills.
• Excellent communication and counselling abilities.
• Proficient in data tracking and reporting using Google Sheets.

Responsibilities

• Lead placement planning and set sector-wise targets.
• Execute placement strategy with scheduled drives and campus activities.
• Engage with employers via calls, LinkedIn, and emails; coordinate drives.
• Conduct pre-placement training, mock interviews, and resume workshops.
• Track status and outcomes and ensure timely joining and follow-ups.

Skills

Talent Acquisition

Campus Hiring

Placement Management

Stakeholder Management

Communication Skills

Data Tracking

Job description

Job Title

Deputy Placement Manager

Experience

5 to 6 Years

Industry

Education / Training / Skilling

Employment Type

Full-time

Job Summary

We are looking for a dynamic and result-driven Deputy Placement Manager to lead placement initiatives, build strong employer partnerships, and ensure successful student placements across multiple sectors. The role requires strong stakeholder management, strategic planning, and execution capabilities to achieve placement targets.

Key Responsibilities

1. Placement Planning Targets

• Manage sector-wise placement goals:
• Develop and execute strategies to achieve overall placement targets.

2. Placement Strategy Execution

• Conduct 23 placement drives per week across sectors.
• Ensure 500+ placements within 34 months.
• Maintain a 70-75% interview-to-offer conversion rate.
• Understand job requirements and align student profiles accordingly.
• Support students in resume building and portfolio development.

3. Employer Engagement Networking

• Build and maintain strong employer relationships through platforms like Naukri, LinkedIn, Indeed.
• Connect with hiring managers via calls, emails, and professional networks.
• Schedule regular company visits and coordinate hiring drives.
• Share relevant student profiles based on job requirements.

4. Student Engagement Training

• Conduct pre-placement sessions, mock interviews, and resume workshops.
• Provide communication and soft skills training.
• Guide students in creating professional profiles.
• Conduct one-on-one counselling for career guidance and motivation.

5. Reporting Documentation

• Maintain placement trackers and reports using Google Sheets.
• Track interview status, participation, and placement outcomes.

6. Joining Post-Placement Support

• Coordinate joining formalities and document verification.
• Guide students on offer letters and background verification.
• Conduct follow-ups with students and employers during the first 30-60 days.
• Ensure 80%+ retention of placed candidates.

Key Skills Required

• Talent Acquisition / Campus Hiring / Placement Management
• Stakeholder Client Management
• Strong Communication Counselling Skills
• Data Tracking Reporting
• Networking Relationship Building