Director- Placement

ISMS Group of Institutions (ISMS Pune); Mumbai City; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration

Career growth opportunities

Collaborative academic environment

Job summary

ISMS Group of Institutions (ISMS Pune) invites a seasoned professional to lead the college's placements strategy, forge strong industry ties, and deliver high-quality outcomes for students.

The ideal candidate will bring an MBA or comparable postgraduate degree with at least 10 years in corporate relations, placements, or HR leadership within higher education. Excellent communication, leadership, and negotiation skills are essential to advance career trajectories for future business leaders.

Qualifications

• MBA or equivalent postgraduate degree required.
• 10+ years in corporate relations, placements, or HR leadership in higher education preferred.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the college placements strategy and policy.
• Build and manage robust industry connections and corporate relations.
• Drive placement outcomes and ensure high-quality offers and internships.
• Oversee branding, marketing and networking to attract recruiters.
• Lead a team and manage processes for efficient placement operations.

Skills

Corporate relations

Placements

HR leadership

Negotiation

Leadership

Education

MBA or equivalent postgraduate degree

Job description

Company Description

ISMS Group of Institutions, based in Pune often called the Oxford of the East focuses on transforming ambitious learners into industry-ready professionals through practical pedagogy, global exposure, and strong industry connections. Since 2009, ISMS has blended academic rigor with real-world application, rooted in a vision to develop innovative business leaders with ethical, global perspectives. The group offers AICTE-approved and UGC-recognized programs, affiliated with Savitribai Phule Pune University and international partners such as Pearson BTEC and select UK universities.

ISMS has been consistently recognized among the top business schools in India, with awards for innovation and entrepreneurial excellence. With specialized programs, strong employer partnerships, and a robust alumni network, ISMS maintains an excellent placement record with leading national and international recruiters.

Position Overview The Director Placements

will play a pivotal role in developing and implementing the colleges placement strategy, building robust industry connections, and ensuring high-quality placement outcomes. The ideal candidate should have extensive experience in corporate relations, talent acquisition, and institutional branding, preferably within management education.

Responsibility Areas

Industry Connect & Corporate RelationsPlacement OutcomesStakeholder Management & GovernanceBranding & NetworkingTeam Leadership & Process Management

Desired Profile

MBA or equivalent postgraduate degree from a reputed institution. Minimum 10 years of experience in corporate relations, placements, or HR leadership (preferably in B-Schools or professional education). Strong industry network and a proven track record of successful placement partnerships. Excellent communication, leadership, and negotiation skills. Strategic thinker with the ability to execute results-driven initiatives.

ISMS Offers

Competitive remuneration based on experience and performance. Opportunity to shape the career trajectories of future business leaders. Collaborative and progressive academic environment. .