Manager - Strategic Relationships

Position: Manager - Strategic Relationships

Vacancy: 1

Location: Barasat & Salt Lake

Brainware University invites applications from experienced, well-networked, and professionally mature candidates for the position of Manager - Strategic Relationships . The role is pivotal in strengthening the University's engagement with corporate bodies, institutions, government stakeholders, and other key external partners, while supporting branding, outreach, and accreditation-related activities.

Role Overview

The Manager - Strategic Relationships will be responsible for developing, managing, and sustaining high-value relationships with industry, universities, corporate bodies, bureaucrats, and government organisations , while ensuring seamless coordination of visits, engagements, and institutional interactions. The position also plays a critical role in enhancing student and employee experience and supporting NAAC documentation and compliance .

Major Key Responsibilities

• Develop, manage, and strengthen strategic relationships with corporate bodies, industries, universities, bureaucrats, and government organisations
• Support the University's branding, outreach, and reputation-building initiatives through structured engagement and partnerships
• Ensure continuous liaison and follow-up with all existing contacts and stakeholders with whom relationships have already been established
• Contribute to improving employee and student experience through coordinated institutional interactions and stakeholder engagement
• Plan, attend, and coordinate engagement with guests, delegates, dignitaries, and visiting officials at the University
• Maintain and organise complete documentation of visits, engagements, and collaborations for NAAC and other accreditation requirements
• Represent the University, when required, at external meetings, events, professional forums, and institutional engagements
• Coordinate with internal academic and administrative teams to ensure smooth execution of strategic and outreach activities

Educational Qualifications

• Master's degree in Management, Public Administration, Social Sciences, Communication, or a related discipline (preferred )
• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (mandatory)

Experience Requirements

• Minimum 5-8 years of relevant professional experience (preferably from Media houses)
• Proven experience in strategic relationships, institutional liaison, corporate relations, public affairs, or partnership management
• Exposure to higher education institutions, corporate organisations, government interfaces, or large institutional setups will be an advantage

Required Skills & Competencies

• Strong relationship-building and stakeholder-management skills
• Excellent spoken and written English communication skills
• Professional etiquette and confidence in handling senior-level interactions
• Strong coordination, documentation, and organisational abilities
• Ability to manage multiple engagements across locations (Barasat & Salt Lake)
• High level of discretion, professionalism, and institutional sensitivity

How To Apply:

Interested candidates may submit their updated CV along with a brief cover note highlighting relevant experience, call: Sharani - /Landline: 0542 and drop your CV at /

Subject Line: Application for Manager - Strategic Relationships