Manager Corporate Relations (MBA Fresher)

Company Description

EduSkills is a Non-profit organization focused on enabling an Industry 4.0 ready digital workforce in India. Our vision is to bridge the gap between Academia and Industry by providing world-class curriculum access to faculties and students. We aim to transform teaching methodologies and ICT-based education systems across the country. By collaborating with key stakeholders like students, faculties, educational institutions, and governments, we drive social and business impact through our efforts in Education, Employment, and Entrepreneurship.

Job Summary:

The Manager – Corporate Relations is responsible for building and maintaining strategic partnerships with corporate organizations, industry bodies, and ecosystem enablers. The role focuses on enhancing internship & placement opportunities, securing corporate collaborations for skill development programs, and driving industry-academia engagement through initiatives, events, and alliances.

Key Responsibilities:

Industry Partnerships & Alliances

• Develop and manage strong relationships with corporates, industry associations, HR heads, and CSR departments.
• Identify opportunities for strategic collaborations including internships, live projects, guest lectures, CoEs, and CSR-aligned skilling programs.
• Collaborate with internal teams to customize proposals and partnership decks.

Internship & Placement Support

• Identify and onboard companies for student internships, live projects, and final placements.
• Coordinate placement drives, career fairs, and pre-placement talks.
• Maintain placement records and prepare placement reports.

Industry Events & Engagement

• Organize webinars, leadership talks, panel discussions, and conclaves to foster industry engagement.
• Represent the organization in external forums, industry roundtables, and summits.

Key Skills Required:

• Excellent relationship-building and interpersonal skills
• Strong verbal and written communication
• Business development acumen and negotiation skills
• Understanding of corporate structures and CSR frameworks
• Project management and coordination ability
• Familiarity with educational or skilling ecosystem is a plus

Preferred Experience:

• Worked in EdTech, universities, skill development organizations, or corporate training sectors