Senior Operations Manager – Careers & Placements

Newton School; Sonipat; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Complimentary meals

On-campus sports facilities

Job summary

Newton School is seeking a dynamic Senior Operations Manager – Careers & Placements to lead and optimize our placement operations. You will build and nurture relationships with companies, coordinate drives, and ensure a smooth end-to-end experience for recruiters and students.

The role demands strong communication, stakeholder management, and a track record of partnership development. You will work closely with campus leadership and HR partners to drive successful outcomes and student outcomes.

Qualifications

• 4–5 years of experience in placement coordination, recruitment operations, or a similar role.
• Strong industry connections and proven experience in building partnerships with companies.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective engagement with recruiters and students.

Responsibilities

• Placement Coordination: Act as the primary liaison between companies and students, coordinating placement drives, job postings, interviews, and related activities.
• Interview & Selection Process Management: Schedule, coordinate, and oversee interviews, group discussions, and technical rounds between students and hiring partners.
• Student Readiness & Communication: Prepare students for placement opportunities with clear job descriptions and guidelines.
• Feedback & Reporting: Collect structured feedback from companies and students post-interviews, maintain placement records, track outcomes.
• Collaboration & Process Improvement: Work with internal teams to improve placement readiness programs and coordination processes.
• Stakeholder Management: Coordinate with leadership, academic teams, and company HR to align on placement goals.

Skills

Placement coordination

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Tools

Google Workspace

MS Office

Job description

About Newton:

Newton School of Technology (NST) is a new-age institution redefining technical education in India. Founded by IIT alumni, NST offers a 4-year B.Tech in Computer Science and AI, focused on hands-on learning and deep industry integration. Within two years, over 93% of students have secured paid internships with companies like Razorpay, SarvamAI, and DRDO, along with global exposure through tech treks to Singapore and Silicon Valley. Led by a distinguished faculty comprising ICPC World Finalists and ex-professionals from ISRO, Microsoft, MakeMyTrip, and several other leading tech organizations, NST is building a scalable, high-impact model that produces industry-ready talent for the world’s most advanced technology roles.

Role:

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Senior Operations Manager – Careers & Placements to drive and manage our placement operations. In this role, you will be responsible for building and nurturing strong relationships with companies, facilitating student placements, and ensuring smooth coordination between hiring partners and students. You will also oversee the placement process end-to-end, working closely with internal stakeholders to deliver an excellent experience for both recruiters and students.

Key Responsibilities:

• Placement Coordination: Act as the primary liaison between companies and students, coordinating placement drives, job postings, interviews, and related activities.
• Interview & Selection Process Management: Schedule, coordinate, and oversee interviews, group discussions, and technical rounds between students and hiring partners. Ensure smooth execution of the process and resolve any issues in real-time.
• Student Readiness & Communication: Work with students to ensure they are prepared for placement opportunities. Share job descriptions, interview details, and guidelines clearly and in a timely manner.
• Feedback & Reporting: Collect structured feedback from companies and students post-interviews, maintain accurate placement records, and track hiring outcomes.
• Collaboration & Process Improvement: Work with internal teams to improve placement readiness programs and streamline coordination processes. Suggest and implement strategies to enhance recruiter and student experience.
• Stakeholder Management: Coordinate closely with leadership, academic teams, and company HR representatives to align on placement goals and drive successful outcomes.

Key Requirements:

• 4–5 years of experience in placement coordination, recruitment operations, or a similar role.
• Strong industry connections and proven experience in building partnerships with companies.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective engagement with both recruiters and students.
• Strong organizational and time-management abilities to handle multiple stakeholders and deadlines.
• Proficiency with scheduling and reporting tools (Google Workspace, MS Office, or similar platforms).

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a supportive and dynamic team focused on making a difference in the learning journey of hundreds of students.
• A fast-paced, growth-oriented role where your efforts are truly recognized and celebrated.
• Opportunity to learn and develop across multiple domains, including student engagement, project management, and operational coordination.
• Enjoy a vibrant campus environment with complimentary meals and access to on-campus sports facilities — because we believe a healthy mind and body fuel great work.