Placement Officer

Placement Officer

Job Description:

Location: One School of Business, Bangalore, India

Department: Training and Placement Cell

Reports to: Secretary/Program Director, One School of Business

Job Summary:

The Placement Officer at One School of Business will be responsible for developing and

implementing strategic plans to ensure successful placements for students across all academic

disciplines. This role involves building relationships with corporate partners, organizing

campus recruitment drives, and guiding students through the placement process, from career

counselling to resume building and interview preparation. The Placement Officer will play a

critical role in aligning the institutions academic outputs with industry demands to increase

employability.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan and execute campus recruitment drives and placement-related activities.

• Organize job fairs, internship programs, and on-campus interviews in collaboration

with employers.

• Facilitate student-employer interaction through webinars, company presentations, and

career fairs.

• Build and maintain strong relationships with corporate recruiters, industry

professionals, and HR leaders.

• Develop strategic partnerships with companies for internships, projects, and final

placements.

• Coordinate employer visits, networking events, and recruitments at the institution.

• Provide guidance to students regarding career paths, interview techniques, resume

writing, and other job-related skills.

• Conduct mock interviews, group discussions, and placement training workshops.

• Identify job market trends and ensure students are aware of the required skills.

• Develop and implement long-term placement strategies in line with the institution’s

goals.

• Analyze placement trends, gather feedback from recruiters, and adapt strategies

accordingly.

• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of placement programs, providing reports to

management.

• Offer personalized counselling to students based on their strengths, aspirations, and

the job market.

• Encourage students to pursue suitable career paths and explore diverse opportunities.

• Facilitate interaction between alumni and current students for mentoring and

professional growth.

• Maintain an updated database of students, recruiters, job openings, and placement

outcomes.

• Track placement statistics and prepare regular reports for management and

accreditation purposes.

• Ensure timely follow-up with students and employers during and after placement

processes.

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, or a

related field (Master’s preferred).

• Experience: Minimum 2-3 years of experience in placement coordination, corporate

relations, or HR roles within educational institutions or the corporate sector.

• Have to be in the same area for a minimum of 5 years working with good MBA

colleges.

• Proven Track record of getting placements with an average of 5 Lakh and highest

package above 20 lakhs. 

Skills:

• Strong networking and relationship-building skills.

• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize tasks effectively.

• Proficiency in data management and reporting tools (MS Office, CRM systems).

• High levels of professionalism and leadership qualities.

Other Requirements:

• Willingness to travel for industry collaborations and corporate engagement.

• Flexibility to work beyond regular hours during placement seasons.

KRA – Placement Officer

• Successfully placing a minimum percentage of eligible students in relevant roles

within the academic year.

• Establishing and maintaining relationships with companies, organizations, and

industries to secure job and internship opportunities for students.

• Planning and organizing on-campus and off-campus recruitment drives, job fairs, and

industry interface programs.

• Organize a set number of workshops or training sessions on resume building, mock

interviews, and soft skills.

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date databases on students, placements, and company

contacts, with timely reporting to the management.

• Leveraging alumni for mentorship, guest lectures, and networking opportunities for

placements.

KPIs - Placement Officer

1. KPI: Achieving a minimum of 85% placement of eligible students within six months

of course completion or rom 3 rd Semester.

2. KPI: Securing at least 10 new company partnerships per semester for recruitment

drives or internships.

3. KPI: Conducting a minimum of 5 skill-building workshops per semester for students,

focused on employability skills.

4. KPI: Engaging at least 5 alumni per semester to participate in mentorship programs or

placement assistance activities.

5. KPI: Ensuring 100% accuracy and timely updating of placement records and reports.

6. KPI: Receiving 90% positive feedback from recruiters on the quality and

preparedness of students hired through campus placements.