Dedicated Placement Manager - Bangalore

Deputy Placement Manager – Roles & Responsibilities

1. Placement Targets

Sector-wise Goals:

·        IT Sector: 150 students

·        BPO & KPO: 200 students

·        Banking & Finance: 300 students

·        Total: 650 students

Key Insight:

·        Begin by clearly understanding placement targets and designing a strategic plan to achieve them.

2. Placement Strategy

Note: IT placements are currently more competitive. Placement officers should:

·        Understand job requirements thoroughly.

·        Ensure students acquire industry-relevant skills.

·        Assist students in building strong resumes and professional portfolios.

Execution Plan:

·        Conduct 2–3 placement drives per week across various sectors.

·        Target 500+ placements within 3–4 months.

·        Maintain a 70–75% conversion rate from interviews to job offers.

Networking & Employer Tie-ups:

·        Build company connections through job portals: Google, Indeed, Naukri, LinkedIn.

·        Schedule weekly company visits for direct engagement.

·        Connect with hiring managers via email, phone, or LinkedIn.

·        Share suitable student profiles based on job requirements.

Reports & Documentation:

·        Maintain a detailed placement tracker using Google Sheets.

·        Track interview participation, status, and outcomes for each student.

3. Student Engagement Plan

A. Pre-Placement Orientation

·        Conduct sessions on industry expectations.

·        Organize resume-building workshops.

·        Hold mock interviews (HR, technical, aptitude).

·        Provide communication skills training for workplace readiness.

·        Guide students to create professional LinkedIn profiles.

·        Encourage students to apply directly to job openings sourced by the placement team.

B. One-to-One Counselling

·        Advise students on career options based on their strengths.

·        Explain job expectations (shifts, salary, growth opportunities).

·        Provide motivation and follow-ups to ensure participation in drives.

C. Communication Channels

·        Create sector-wise WhatsApp groups (IT / BPO / Banking).

·        Share daily job updates, interview schedules, and results.

·        Follow up personally with students who missed placement drives.

4. Joining & Post-Placement Support

A. Joining Process

·        Collect and verify student documents.

·        Explain offer letters (salary, probation, rules).

·        Guide students on background verification (ID, PAN, Aadhaar, educational certificates).

B. Post-Placement Follow-up

·        Conduct check-ins with students and HR during the first 30–60 days.

·        Assist in resolving challenges such as work pressure, cultural adaptation, or transport issues.

·        Collect feedback to improve the placement process.

·        Ensure 80%+ retention of placed students.

Goal:

· Implement these structured steps to achieve placement targets effectively.