Director of Corporate Relations

Key Responsibilities:

1. Strategic Industry Partnerships

• Establish and nurture relationships with leading corporations, startups, and professional bodies.
• Secure high-quality internship and job opportunities for students and alumni.
• Represent the institution at industry forums and employer events.

2. Career Development & Student Success

• Design and execute workshops, training programs, and career coaching initiatives.
• Collaborate with faculty to integrate employability skills into academic programs.
• Improve career readiness through personalized student support and mentoring.

3. Alumni Engagement

• Build and implement a comprehensive alumni engagement strategy.
• Develop alumni mentoring and networking programs.
• Leverage alumni for job referrals, guest lectures, and industry connections.

4. Employer Branding & Communication

• Position the institution as a top talent destination for employers.
• Manage employer-facing communication and employer engagement platforms.
• Share success stories of students and alumni to enhance visibility and credibility.

5. Data-Driven Impact & Reporting

• Track student and alumni career outcomes through robust data systems.
• Analyze placement trends to inform strategy and continuous improvement.
• Present reports to leadership on performance metrics and strategic outcomes.

6. Stakeholder Satisfaction

• Collect and act on feedback from students, alumni, and recruiters.
• Ensure high satisfaction levels through responsive and value-driven services.
• Foster long-term relationships with repeat employers and alumni contributors.

7. Budget & Resource Management

• Develop and manage budgets for career and engagement activities.
• Ensure cost-effective resource allocation.
• Explore funding and sponsorship opportunities to scale initiatives.

Qualifications:

• Masters degree in Business, Education, HR, or related field.
• 10+ years of relevant experience in career services, corporate relations, or talent development.
• Strong network across industries and proven track record of partnership building.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.
• Data-driven mindset with experience in impact reporting and performance metrics.
• Experience in Academia