About Medhavi Skills University
Medhavi Skills University (MSU) is a government-notified private State Skills University established under a State Act in Sikkim in 2021, dedicated to advancing quality skill-integrated higher education and entrepreneurship. Recognised by the UGC and aligned with the National Education Policy (NEP)2020, MSU is a pioneer in converging the skilling ecosystem with formal higher education through its “Industry as Campus” model. The University collaborates extensively with industries and Skill Development Institutes to deliver work-integrated degree programs embedding structured on-the-job training within the curriculum. MSU is a recognised Awarding Body under NCVET, empanelled with DGT, and serves as an anchor university partner with NSDC and the PMU of NSDC Internationalcollectively reinforcing its demand-driven, industry-co-led academic framework.Ranked 4th among India’s Top Skill Universities in the Outlook ICARE Rankings 2025 and supported by over 11 defence partnerships along with multiple national recognitions, MSU stands among India’s leading skill-integrated higher education institutions.
For more information, visit https://msu.edu.in
About Medhavi Group:
Established in 2013, Medhavi Group is a unified ecosystem comprising MSU and various skillpromoting organisations, dedicated to advancing skill development, vocational training, and industryintegrated higher education. With a strong outcome-driven approach, the Group has trained over 6
lakh learners, achieving more than 70% employability outcomes, and currently supports 20,000+ active students across its diverse programs. Medhavi Group continues to bridge the gap between education and employment by building scalable, industry-aligned talent pathways across India. Work Integrated Skill based Higher Education (WISE) is Medhavi’s flagship industry-integrated initiative built on the principle of “Industry as Campus.” It combines academic learning with structured on-thejob training, ensuring students graduate with real work experience and industry-ready skills. Through deep, outcome-driven partnerships with over 300+ leading industry and skill partners across 26+ sectors including Hyundai, Mahindra, IHG Group, Nephroplus, Barbeque Nation, Nexus Select Malls, ClassPlus, Tata Electronics, Marriott, ITC, and others- WISE enables learners to acquire role- specific competencies directly within live business environments. WISE creates a demand-driven talent pipeline for industries that enhances employability, improves workforce productivity, and bridges the industry skill gap.
For more information, visit https://msu.edu.in/wise
Role Overview:
Medhavi Skills University is seeking a dynamic Senior Manager – Placements to lead the university’s corporate engagement and student placement strategy at the Sikkim campus. This leadership role will be responsible for building strong industry partnerships, managing the placement team, and ensuring high-quality placement opportunities for students through strategic recruiter engagement. He will be responsible for getting all eligible
students placed.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Leadership & Team Management
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Lead and manage the Campus Placement & Corporate Relations team to achieve placement goals.
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Define KPIs, performance targets and accountability structures for the placement team.
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Monitor team performance through regular reviews and ensure timely achievement of placement milestones.
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Mentor team members and strengthen internal systems for effective placement management.
2. Industry Partnerships & Corporate Outreach for Placements
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Develop and expand long-term partnerships with corporates, recruiters and industry bodies across sectors.
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Identify and establish new recruitment partnerships for internships and final placements by frequent visits to Companies, Organizations PAN India.
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Actively engage with industry leaders to position the university as a preferred talent sourcing partner.
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Maintain strong relationships with existing recruiters to ensure recurring hiring engagements.
3. Placement Strategy & Performance Monitoring
- Develop and implement the annual placement strategy for the campus.
- Monitor placement progress across programs and ensure achievement of placement targets and quality benchmarks.
- Establish systems for data-driven monitoring of placement performance, including placement dashboards and reports.
- Provide periodic insights and updates to university leadership on placement outcomes.
4. Stakeholder Management
- Work closely with academic leadership and faculty to align student skills with industry requirements.
- Coordinate with internal teams to strengthen student employability and career readiness initiatives.
- Ensure effective communication between students, recruiters, faculty, and the placement team.
5. Employer Branding & Institutional Representation
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Represent the university in corporate meetings, industry forums, and networking platforms.
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Promote the university’s talent pool to attract high-quality recruiters and hiring partners.
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Strengthen the university’s reputation as an industry-aligned institution with strong placement outcomes.
Qualifications & Skills Required:
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Master’s degree in Management, HR or related field.
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8–12 years of experience in placements, corporate relations or industry partnerships.
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Mandatory: Prior experience managing placements in universities or higher education institutions at least 3-5 years.
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Proven experience in building corporate partnerships and managing recruitment engagements.
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Candidates should be proficient in: Corporate relationship management
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Team leadership and performance monitoring
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Strategic planning and execution
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Stakeholder management
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Strong networking and negotiation skills
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Data-driven monitoring and reporting
What We Offer
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Opportunity to architect and scale a future-focused, industry-integrated higher education ecosystem.
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Competitive compensation with performance-linked incentives.
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Leadership role in a rapidly growing national skills and university platform.
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A collaborative, mission-driven environment.
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The opportunity to create a measurable impact on employability and workforce transformation at scale.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit a resume and cover letter detailing their qualifications and experience at
[email protected] at earliest possible.
Medhavi Skills University is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
