HR Relations Manager

The Olive Mappers is a recruitment, training & consultancy firm. We serve as a strategic partner in talent connections, specializing in bridging the gap between large and medium corporates, startups, and professionals across diverse industries. Our expertise lies in empowering professionals aspiring for mid-management to CXO-level positions. By seamlessly connecting employers with their ideal talents and guiding aspirants to fulfilling opportunities, we act as trusted confidants and committed matchmakers. Our client is a leading, innovation-driven institution in the higher education sector, offering a range of forward-looking undergraduate and postgraduate programs. With a strong focus on academic excellence, industry relevance, and technology-enabled learning, the university is expanding its reach through online education initiatives. Manager / Senior Manager Corporate Relations (Education Industry) Function: Career Services / Industry Partnerships We are looking for an experienced Corporate Relations professional from the Education sector to lead industry engagement and admissions-related partnerships. The role requires a strong background in building corporate and institutional relationships, driving collaborations, and enabling internships, placements, and long-term partnerships with organizations connected to the education and skilling ecosystem. Build strong working relationships with CXOs, HR leaders, talent acquisition heads, founders, and functional leaders. Position University as a credible, long-term talent and capability partner. Internships, Live Projects & Placements Source and secure internships, live projects, apprenticeships, and full-time roles aligned to academic programs. Provide domain insights to help align student skill development, portfolios, and career readiness. Collaborate with academic teams to ensure industry relevance of curriculum and outcomes (without academic ownership). Relationship Management & Account Growth Act as the single point of contact for assigned corporate accounts. Ensure partner satisfaction, repeat engagement, and account expansion across internships, hiring, and projects. Data, Reporting & Outcome Tracking Track corporate engagement, opportunities, student participation, and placements in career services / CRM systems. Share industry intelligence and market insights with internal stakeholders. Bachelor's degree mandatory; Master's degree preferred in Management, HR, or related fields Experience 510 years of experience in Corporate Relations within the Education Industry is mandatoryStrong existing network across education and allied sectors Excellent stakeholder management and negotiation skills Proficiency in MS Office, CRM tools, and reporting systems Key Performance Indicators Internships and placements enabled Quality and relevance of roles generated Outreach and admissions collaboration effectiveness Data accuracy and timely reporting High-ownership, impact-driven role at the intersection of industry and talent .