Training and Placement Manager

Job Summary

The Training & Placement Manager will lead and manage the institution’s Training & Placement Cell, ensuring high-quality student employability outcomes. The role involves strategic planning, corporate relationship management, student skill development, and achieving placement targets through industry-aligned training programs.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership

• Develop and implement long-term strategies for student training, internships, and placements.
  

• Set annual placement targets and ensure achievement through structured planning.
  

• Align training programs with current industry requirements and emerging skill trends.
  

Corporate Relations & Placements

• Build and maintain strong relationships with corporates, recruiters, startups, and industry bodies.
  

• Organize campus recruitment drives, job fairs, and industry interactions.
  

• Negotiate placement offers, internship opportunities, and MoUs with companies.
  

• Track placement data, salary benchmarks, and employer feedback.
  

Training & Skill Development

• Design and oversee employability training programs (technical, aptitude, soft skills, communication).
  

• Coordinate with internal faculty and external trainers for workshops and certification programs.
  

• Ensure students are industry-ready through mock interviews, resume building, and career guidance.
  

Team & Operations Management

• Lead and mentor the Training & Placement team and student coordinators.
  

• Manage training schedules, placement calendars, and documentation.
  

• Ensure compliance with institutional and accreditation requirements (NAAC/NBA/AICTE).
  

Student & Stakeholder Engagement

• Counsel students on career paths, higher education, and job readiness.
  

• Conduct orientation programs for students and parents related to placements.
  

• Collaborate with academic departments to integrate employability skills into curriculum.
  

Reporting & Analytics

• Prepare placement reports, dashboards, and presentations for management.
  

• Analyze trends, gaps, and outcomes to continuously improve placement performance.
  

• Maintain accurate records of offers, recruiters, and student participation.
  

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Management, HR, Education, or a related field (MBA preferred).
  

• Minimum 10+ years of experience in training & placements, career services, or corporate HR.
  

• Proven track record of achieving strong placement results.