Corporate Relations Manager

Company Overview

Vaagdevi College of Engineering (VCE) was founded in 1998 under the Viswambhara Educational Society and is regarded as one of Telangana’s leading engineering institutions. Based in Bollikunta, Warangal, it is affiliated with Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University Hyderabad (JNTUH), approved by AICTE, and has held Autonomous Status since 2014. The college also carries NAAC accreditation with an ‘A’ grade, while a number of its programs are NBA-accredited.

VCE aims to earn global standing through strong academics and meaningful social impact. Its programs span undergraduate, postgraduate, and research-level study across Engineering, Technology, Management, and Master of Computer Applications. The institution is recognized for outcome-based learning, an industry-focused curriculum, advanced laboratories, research support, an innovation culture, and close partnerships with industry.

Over time, the college has become known for graduating professionals who are technically strong, ethically grounded, and ready for the workplace. Student growth is supported through skill-building initiatives, research activities, entrepreneurship encouragement, internships, industry certifications, and structured placement preparation. Backed by committed faculty, modern facilities, active student clubs, and a strong alumni base, VCE continues to develop future leaders and innovators who contribute to both society and the global workforce.

Role Summary

This is a full-time, on-site position at Vaagdevi College of Engineering in Warangal. The Corporate Relations Manager will be responsible for developing and maintaining relationships with companies, industry associations, and other external stakeholders to support internships, placements, industry projects, MoUs, centres of excellence, and other engagement initiatives.

The position includes identifying prospective recruiters, reaching out to organizations, coordinating campus hiring drives, arranging industry visits, guest lectures, and networking events, and keeping an organized record of corporate contacts and placement outcomes. The role also requires close coordination with academic departments and the placement cell to align employer expectations with student strengths, preparing reports and presentations, and representing the institution in meetings, forums, and conferences. Feedback from employers and alumni will also be collected to help improve industry-linked programs.

Additional Requirements

Applicants should be comfortable handling relationship management, outreach, and coordination in both corporate and academic environments. The role calls for someone who can work independently, take initiative, and collaborate effectively with faculty members, students, alumni, and industry partners. Familiarity with productivity tools such as spreadsheets, presentation software, CRM systems, and contact databases is important, along with the ability to work with data and prepare reports.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience in building, maintaining, and expanding relationships with employers and industry groups is essential.
• Strong verbal and written communication abilities are needed for presentations, negotiation, and stakeholder interaction.
• Working knowledge of finance is required to interpret hiring budgets, compensation structures, and recruitment planning needs.
• Capability in sales and outreach is important for presenting the institution’s talent pool and bringing in new corporate partners.
• A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business, Management, Engineering, or a related discipline is required.
• Prior experience in corporate relations, campus placements, business development, or a comparable role in education or industry is preferred.
• Excellent planning and coordination skills are necessary to manage multiple events, stakeholders, and deadlines.
• Comfort with productivity tools, data handling, and report preparation is expected.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and nurture partnerships with companies, industry bodies, and external organizations to support placement and engagement activities.
• Identify potential recruiters and proactively approach them to create new opportunities for students.
• Coordinate campus recruitment drives and manage related schedules, logistics, and stakeholder communication.
• Plan and organize industry visits, guest lectures, networking sessions, and similar corporate engagement events.
• Maintain a structured database of corporate contacts, interactions, and outcomes.
• Work with departments and the placement cell to align employer requirements with student capability and readiness.
• Prepare placement-related reports, summaries, and presentations for internal and external stakeholders.
• Represent the institution in corporate meetings, professional forums, and conferences.
• Collect and review feedback from employers and alumni to strengthen industry-linked initiatives.

Ideal Candidate Profile

This role suits a proactive professional with strong relationship-building ability, good commercial awareness, and confidence in external-facing coordination. Candidates should be able to manage multiple priorities, communicate clearly with varied stakeholders, and contribute to a strong placement and corporate engagement ecosystem.