Northwestern University · 1 day ago
Assistant Director, Industry Relations, MiM
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid Level
$79K/yr - $84K/yr
4+ years expNorthwestern University is seeking an Assistant Director for Industry Relations in the MiM program. This role supports the development of relationships with alumni and industry professionals, coordinates career development workshops, and manages systems related to student outcomes and engagement.
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Responsibilities
Develop new relationships and expand existing relationships with MiM employers through direct outreach, plus collaboration and liaising with Northwestern’s Career Advancement team, the Kellogg Career Management Center, and other specialty masters programs across Northwestern
Coordinate and execute all aspects of annual employment related events and activities, such as the fall treks, employer panels, mock interviews, generating the MiM resume book, etc
Engage with alumni to identify ways that they can volunteer and engage with the program in support of recruiting MiM students
Partner with MiM student clubs to support quarterly speaking events, create and send out regular MiM career newsletter to students at matriculation (summer) through end of program (spring), manage career related material for the student intranet
Serve as first point of contact for Career Coaches with support from Early Career Programs Director
Plan, schedule, and facilitate all aspects of career development workshops, led by Coaches, in coordination with Career Coaches and Director
Occasional presentations on Career Support programing & the state of the marketplace
Manage annual post graduation data collection for MiM and CPU, coordinate system access for MiM students (12Twenty, Handshake, Standout, etc.), collaborate with career coaches to report on coaching appointment data, act as resident Handshake expert
Collaborate with the Kellogg Certificate program for Undergraduates (CPU) to stay up to date on employment trends
Performs other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Successful completion of a full 4-year course of study in an accredited college or university leading to a bachelor's or higher degree; OR appropriate combination of education and experience
4 years of experience required, with experience in industry relations or business development
Interpersonal Skills: Demonstrates the ability to build relationships and influence others to effectively execute initiatives
Ability to work with and track multiple customers and constituents simultaneously while providing a high standard of customer service in a fast-paced, process-driven environment
Demonstrated ability to manage time sensitive problems in a constructive, positive manner
Demonstrated ability to analyze data and trends and create actionable solutions and strategies
Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy required
Demonstrated strong written and oral communication, interpersonal, and organization skills required
Mastery of the Microsoft Office Suite
Preferred
Experience in recruiting, human resources, or a career management office preferred
Experience with career management systems or other CRMs
Business development: Experience in relationship building with employers or industry professionals
Ability to generate and analyze reports to inform decision making
Benefits
Meaningful, competitive, high-quality health care plans
Retirement benefits
Tuition discounts
Comprehensive programs and services to help you and your family navigate life’s challenges and opportunities
Flexible work arrangements
Programs to help you locate and pay for quality, affordable childcare and senior/adult care
Employee career development in all circumstances
Variety of tools and resources
Company
Northwestern University
Northwestern University is a private research and teaching university that offers academic programs across various fields of study. It is a sub-organization of Northwestern Athletics.
5001-10000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
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$98.02MKey Investors
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2024-10-30Grant
2024-10-04Grant· $34M
2023-11-28Grant· $0.02M
Leadership Team
Diego Klabjan
Professor
Henry Bienen
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