Senior Manager - University Relations

Management Level: 06 - Senior Manager - University Relations Location: Open for PAN India

Must have skills: University Relations, Campus Recruitment, Stakeholder Management, Relationship Building, Strategic Partnerships, Networking, Program Management, Communication & Negotiation, National Coverage

Good to have skills: Experience in EdTech / Higher Education partnerships, Industry-Academia collaboration, Talent Acquisition (Campus Hiring), Employer Branding, Data-driven decision making, Events & Career Fairs, Program Design for Universities

Experience: 15+ years of experience is required

Educational Qualification: Master’s degree preferred

Job Overview

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Lead - University Relations to drive and strengthen strategic partnerships with universities, colleges, and premium academic institutions like IITs & IIMs across India. This leadership role will focus on building long-term institutional relationships, enhancing campus engagement strategies, and enabling talent and learning collaborations that support organizational growth in the AI economy.

Key Responsibilities:

Develop and execute a national university relations strategy aligned with organizational goals.

Build and manage strong relationships with universities, colleges, faculty members, placement cells, and academic leadership.

Lead engagement programs across campuses, including partnerships, events, internships, and hiring initiatives.

Act as the primary point of contact for key academic institutions and manage long-term strategic alliances.

Collaborate with internal stakeholders (talent acquisition, business, marketing, and learning teams) to design impactful university engagement programs.

Drive employer branding initiatives across campuses, education fairs, and academic forums.

Identify and build new institutional partnerships to expand reach across India’s higher education ecosystem.

Leverage data and insights to track engagement effectiveness and improve outreach strategies.

Represent the organization at university events, conclaves, and academic conferences to strengthen brand visibility.