The Degree Programmes team at INSEAD is dedicated to delivering world-class educational experiences across our renowned MBA, EMBA, and specialized Master’s/Executive Master’s programmes. Encompassing key areas such as Admissions, the Career Development Centre, Student Life, and Programmes Management, the team works collaboratively to attract top talent, support participants’ professional growth, and create a vibrant and engaging experience. Together, they ensure the seamless delivery of transformative learning journeys that prepare future leaders to thrive in a global environment.
INSEAD is seeking an Assistant Director, Employer Engagement to join our Degree Programmes Department. This is a full-time, permanent contract position based at our Middle East Campus in Abu Dhabi. A hybrid working model is in place – 3 days on campus, 2 days from home.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field.Higher education, Master degree in business, HR, training/counselling or related field is a plus.

WORK EXPERIENCE

• Minimum of 6 years of experience in either:
• B2B business development experience, corporate recruiting as an in-house recruiter and/or outplacement of international executives;
• Training and career counselling of international executives/high potentials; or
• An Executive search professional.
• At least 2 years of recent, relevant experience working within the startup, scaleup and Tech, Media and Telecom (TMT) sector.
• Experience of working in a fast-moving international environment.Ideally, some experience in recruiting of high potentials and of the MBA/MIM labour market.

• Develop and execute the employer engagement plan of the allocated sector(s) and/or location(s) taking into account labour market outlook and various students’ preferences and profiles to deliver career opportunities for students and participants
• Build and cultivate of recruiting relationships within allocated sector(s) and/or location(s) including alumni
• Craft and deliver of sector advisory content and events throughout the students’ journey (discovery and interview preparation inclusive) in collaboration with the Career Coaches and CDC Operations; including 1-on-1 and 1-to-many advisory sessions with students and participants
• Co-create and collaborate with counterparts across campuses to ensure consistency across campuses
• Craft and plan on campus recruitment strategy for their allocated sector(s) and/or location(s), conceptualizing and delivering events in various formats with the support of CDC Operations
• To advocate for students recruiting and marketing via presentation at recruiting events where necessary
• To keep abreast of market developments and to keep informed relevant team members of CDC