Job Description

We are seeking a Strategic and results-driven Education Manager - India to lead and expand our engagement within the higher education ecosystem. This role requires a strong background in business development and a deep understanding of the Indian university landscape. The ideal candidate will be responsible for scaling our academic programs, fostering high-impact partnerships with over 400+ universities, integrating global education initiatives, and supporting talent acquisition efforts through student engagement and industry alignment.
Key Responsibilities:
Strategic Leadership & Business Development

• Develop and implement a comprehensive strategy to grow the organization's presence in the Indian higher education sector, targeting engineering, electronics, and applied sciences disciplines.
• Identify and drive new opportunities for collaboration with universities, government agencies, and industry partners.
• Lead horizontal and vertical channel expansion across the academic ecosystem to meet corporate KPIs.

University & Student Engagement

• Oversee and nurture relationships with 400+ higher education institutions across India.
• Create and scale initiatives that support university engagement, curriculum integration, and student participation in global programs.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure alignment of academic content and student development objectives.

Program & Team Management
Lead and manage a cross-functional education team comprising:

• University Relations Managers
• Certified Professional Trainers
• Program Marketing Manager
• Electronic Training Specialists
• Provide mentorship, guidance, and performance management for all team members.

Recruitment & Industry Alignment

• Collaborate closely with the Human Resources team to support recruitment from top-tier institutions.
• Develop talent pipelines by promoting employer branding and skill-aligned academic initiatives across universities.

Partnerships & Ecosystem Development

• Establish and manage strategic partnerships with government bodies, academic councils, and education policy influencers.
• Represent the organization in key educational forums, conferences, and public-private initiatives.

Global Program Implementation

• Localize and scale global education programs in the Indian market, ensuring cultural relevance and academic fit.
• Act as the India liaison for global education teams to share feedback, insights, and success stories.

Qualifications
Education:

• Bachelor's degree in business operations, education, or a related field (Master's preferred).

Experience:

• Minimum 5+ years of experience in the university education market in India, preferably in a strategic or managerial role.
• Proven track record in business development, partnership management, and education strategy.

Skills & Competencies:

• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder engagement capabilities.
• Deep understanding of the Indian higher education landscape.
• Ability to operate cross-functionally and collaborate across business units.

Preferred Attributes:

• Experience working with engineering and technical institutions.
• Background in driving education programs aligned to workforce development or industry recruitment.
• Experience in Electronic Design or Engineering Education.
• Familiarity with education technology platforms and program analytics.

Company Description
Renesas is one of the top global semiconductor companies in the world. We strive to develop a safer, healthier, greener, and smarter world, and our goal is to make every endpoint intelligent by offering product solutions in the automotive, industrial, infrastructure and IoT markets. Our robust product portfolio includes world leading MCUs, SoCs, Analog and power products, plus Winning Combination solutions that curate these complementary products. We are a key supplier to the world's leading manufacturers of electronics you rely on every day; you may not see our products, but they are all around you.
Renesas employs roughly 21,000 people in more than 30 countries worldwide. As a global team, our employees actively embody the Renesas Culture, our guiding principles based on five key elements: Transparent, Agile, Global, Innovative, and Entrepreneurial. Renesas believes in, and has a commitment to, diversity and inclusion, with initiatives and a leadership team dedicated to its resources and values. At Renesas, we want to build a sustainable future where technology helps make our lives easier. Join us and build your future by being part of what's next in electronics and the world.
Additional Information
Renesas is an embedded semiconductor solution provider driven by its Purpose 'To Make Our Lives Easier.' As the industry's leading expert in embedded processing with unmatched quality and system-level know-how, we have evolved to provide scalable and comprehensive semiconductor solutions for automotive, industrial, infrastructure, and IoT industries based on the broadest product portfolio, including High Performance Computing, Embedded Processing, Analog & Connectivity, and Power.
With a diverse team of over 21,000 professionals in more than 30 countries, we continue to expand our boundaries to offer enhanced user experiences through digitalization and usher into a new era of innovation. We design and develop sustainable, power-efficient solutions today that help people and communities thrive tomorrow, 'To Make Our Lives Easier.'
At Renesas, you can:

• Launch and advance your career in technical and business roles across four Product Groups and various corporate functions. You will have the opportunities to explore our hardware and software capabilities and try new things.

• Make a real impact by developing innovative products and solutions to meet our global customers' evolving needs and help make people's lives easier, safe and secure.

• Maximize your performance and wellbeing in our flexible and inclusive work environment. Our people-first culture and global support system, including the remote work option and Employee Resource Groups, will help you excel from the first day.

Are you ready to own your success and make your mark?
Join Renesas. Let's Shape the Future together.
Renesas Electronics is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, committed to supporting diversity and fostering a work environment free of discrimination on the basis of sex, race, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, military status, veteran status, or any other basis protected by law. For more information, please read our .
We have adopted a hybrid model that gives employees the ability to work remotely two days a week while ensuring that we come together as a team in the office the rest of the time. The designated in-office days are Tuesday through Thursday for innovation, collaboration and continuous learning.

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