Senior Manager- Career Services Division

As a Manager/Senior Manager at AND Academy Pvt. Ltd., located in Okhla Phase 1, New Delhi, your role will involve developing and implementing strategic placement initiatives to enhance student employability and meet industry needs. You will have the opportunity to lead a team, build and maintain relationships with industry partners, alumni, and stakeholders, analyze market trends, and ensure the alignment of placement services with industry standards. AND Academy is a design upskilling venture launched by the Indian Institute of Art and Design (IIAD) in collaboration with Kingston School of Art, London. We offer online and hybrid diploma programs in various design fields, aiming to make learning design accessible, affordable, and industry-relevant. With a team boasting nearly a decade of experience in higher education, we focus on creating active, interactive, and collaborative learning experiences through live sessions and strategic tech integration. To excel in this role, you should hold a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, Education, or a related field, along with at least 7 years of experience in campus placements, career services, or a similar role within higher education or design sectors. Proficiency in advanced data management tools, excellent organizational and leadership skills, superior communication abilities, and a proven track record of managing multiple tasks efficiently are essential qualifications. Your responsibilities will include leading, mentoring, and managing the placements team, organizing training sessions, overseeing data management and reporting, planning and executing placement drives, industry visits, and career fairs, as well as acting as a senior point of contact for students, providing strategic guidance and support for their career aspirations. You must possess leadership qualities, be proactive, dynamic, and capable of strategic planning and execution, have advanced knowledge of MS Office suite, strong email etiquette, and the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment. The working hours for this position are from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. from Monday to Friday and from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Saturdays, with 2 Saturdays off. The remuneration for this role is negotiable and will be commensurate with your skills and qualifications. Join us at AND Academy to contribute to transforming careers through design training and industry-relevant education.,