Placement - Manager/Asst Manager/Executive

Placement- Manager/Asst Manager/Executive Department: Corporate Relations & Placements

Location: Bannerghatta road, Bangalore

Organization: Global Institute of Business Studies (GIBS Business School)

Position Summary Global Institute of Business Studies (GIBS Business School) is seeking a proactive and result-oriented professional for the role of Placement Executive to support campus recruitment activities, corporate relations, internship programs, and student placement initiatives.

The ideal candidate should possess strong communication, coordination, and relationship management skills with the ability to interact effectively with corporate recruiters, students, faculty, and industry professionals. The role involves assisting in placement drives, employer engagement, internship coordination, student readiness programs, and placement administration.

Candidates with prior experience in a Business School (B-School), Management Institute, or Higher Education Institution handling placements and corporate relations will be preferred. Key Responsibilities Placement & Recruitment Coordination

• Coordinate campus recruitment drives, placement activities, and hiring events.
• Liaise with recruiters and corporate organizations for placement opportunities.
• Schedule interviews, group discussions, assessments, and selection processes.
• Ensure smooth execution of on-campus and virtual recruitment activities.

Corporate Relations

• Build and maintain relationships with existing and prospective recruiters.
• Identify and approach companies for internships, live projects, and final placements.
• Support corporate engagement initiatives and employer networking activities.
• Maintain regular communication with recruiters regarding hiring requirements.

Internship & Industry Engagement

• Coordinate student internship programs and industry projects.
• Assist students in securing internship opportunities with reputed organizations.
• Maintain internship records, reports, and employer feedback.

Student Support & Placement Readiness

• Support students in placement preparation activities.
• Coordinate pre-placement talks, career guidance sessions, employability workshops, and corporate interaction programs.
• Assist in organizing mock interviews, aptitude assessments, and resume-building sessions.
• Guide students on placement processes and corporate expectations.

Data Management & Reporting

• Maintain student placement databases, company records, and recruitment statistics.
• Track placement status, internship progress, and offer acceptance reports.
• Prepare placement reports, MIS reports, and placement analytics for management review.
• Ensure accurate documentation of all placement-related activities.

Event Coordination

• Assist in organizing career fairs, industry interaction sessions, placement weeks, networking events, and corporate visits.
• Coordinate logistics for recruiters, guest speakers, and industry representatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree / Master’s Degree in Management, Human Resources, Business Administration, Commerce, or a related field.
• 1–10 years of experience in placements, recruitment, talent acquisition, corporate relations, or career services.
• Experience in a Business School (B-School), Management Institute, or Higher Education Institution will be preferred.

Preferred Candidate Profile

• Experience in coordinating MBA/PGDM student placements and internship programs.
• Strong understanding of campus recruitment processes and employer engagement.
• Established network with recruiters, HR professionals, and corporate stakeholders will be an added advantage.
• Ability to build and maintain long-term corporate relationships.
• Strong coordination, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

Required Skills & Competencies

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong networking and relationship management abilities.
• Good organizational and coordination skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office, spreadsheets, and reporting tools.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Strong problem-solving and stakeholder management skills.