Placement Director

We are looking to hire a senior leader for the role of Head Placements & Corporate Relations (Director level), with strong placement experience, preferably from design or other premium institutes.Key responsibilities Placement Strategy & Leadership Define and execute a national placement strategy aligned with Pearl Academys academic vision Ensure high-quality placement outcomes across UG & PG Design and Business programs Lead, mentor, and scale the placement & corporate relations team Set annual placement targets (percentage placed, average CTC, recruiter growth)Corporate & Industry Engagement Build long-term partnerships with fashion houses, design studios, luxury brands, agencies, consultancies, and global corporations Expand the recruiter base across India & Internationally Organize industry eventsCampus Placements & Internships Oversee internships, live projects, and final placements Structure and execute campus placement drives, career fairs, and portfolio showcases Ensure transparent and student-centric placement processes Drive placement readiness programs with academic teamsStudent Employability & Career Development Collaborate with Deans and Program Heads to align curriculum with industry needs Design employability frameworks: portfolio readiness, interview skills, professional grooming Introduce global best practices in career services and assessmentData, Reporting & Governance Implement and manage placement CRM systems Track KPIs: placement %, salary trends, recruiter repeat rate Present placement reports to leadership, accreditation bodies, and marketing teams Ensure compliance with institutional policies and ethical standards\ Team Management Lead a multi-campus placement team including Corporate Relations Managers, Placement Officers, and Coordinators Build a performance-driven, relationship-oriented culture Manage placement budgets and ROIExperience- 1215 years of experience in placements, corporate relations, talent acquisition, or industry leadership.Experience in design, fashion, luxury, retail, creative, or premium education highly preferred.Interested candidates may apply at nikita.saxena@gusindia.global