Talent Development for Students and Corporate Relations Manager

Talent Development for Students and Corporate Relations Manager

For over 140 years, the staff at HEC Paris have shared a spirit of excellence, curiosity, and boldness, which allows us to be leaders in the research and study of management science.
Convinced that the diversity of backgrounds is a profound asset, we value each individual experience and encourage the full expression of talents within our school.
In particular, we place great importance on the professional fulfillment and development of our staff. That's why, from the moment you join us, we offer a personalized support plan, to facilitate integration and immersion into our multicultural environment.
Do you wish to actively participate in HEC Paris's mission and contribute to expanding its influence? Then, share your professional journey by applying!

We are searching for an experienced Talent Development for Students and Corporate Relations Manager at our Jouy-en-Josas facility. 

Primary Duties and Responsibilities: 

Your Mission: Support, Connect, Activate

 

Within HEC Paris, the HEC Talents department is recruiting a Talent Development & Corporate Relations Manager.

Reporting to the Associate Director of Talents, you will play a key role at the interface between students and companies, with a dual mission:

·        Support students (Grande École & Masters) in building and implementing their professional project, ensuring it aligns with their aspirations, potential, values, and the realities of the job market.

·        Activate opportunities by creating strategic bridges with partner companies and the HEC alumni network.

 

Your Responsibilities

 

1. Student Coaching & Support

·        Provide individual coaching to students (Grande École & Masters) on:

o   Defining their professional project

o   Their job/internship search strategy

o   Their positioning and personal branding

·        Bring targeted sector expertise in:

o   Luxury & FMCG industries

o   Structured and regulated environments (including law)

·        Design and lead high-impact workshops (soft skills, career strategy, recruitment process preparation)

 

2. Corporate Relations & Market Insight

·        Develop and manage a portfolio of partner companies in France and internationally

·        Work closely with the HEC Alumni network to create concrete opportunities

·        Actively monitor market trends (recruitment, key skills, sector developments)

·        Co-create with employers:

o   Recruitment events

o   Conferences & panels

o   Innovative networking formats

 

3. Innovation & Career Offering Development

·        Contribute to the evolution of the career curriculum by adapting it to market needs and trends

·        Lead initiatives to enrich the student experience (new formats, new content, new tools)

·        Drive continuous improvement based on student and company feedback

 

Why Join Our Team?

·        Direct impact: support high-potential talent in defining and achieving their professional project

·        Unique exposure: collaborate with leading companies and a diverse, international student and faculty network

·        Stimulating environment: multicultural, collaborative, demanding, and constantly evolving ecosystem

·        Continuous innovation: freedom to propose and lead new projects to continuously enrich and improve our career support services

Required Qualifications:

Your Profile

• Minimum 7 years of experience, preferably in recruitment, consulting, HR, marketing, or business development
• Strong international exposure (experience abroad or in a global environment)
• Excellent skills in:
  Communication & public speaking
  Influence & collaboration
• Ability to structure, prioritize, and deliver with rigor
• Analytical, curious, creative, and solution-oriented mindset
• Interest in the luxury industry and/or regulated environments (law)
• Experience in career coaching or counseling is a plus
• Experience with job search strategies and career management tools is a plus
• Experience or knowledge of higher education is a plus
• Fluency in English is essential (additional languages are a plus)

What Will Make the Difference

• Your ability to be flexible and agile across different environments
• Your ability to build relationships (students, alumni, companies)
• Your keen understanding of market expectations
• Your drive to push the boundaries of career support

Benefits

- Employee savings plan (PEE and PERECO) with HEC matching contribution
- 8 weeks vacation per year
- Up to 2 days' teleworking per week 
- Sustainable mobility package for employees using bicycles
- An exceptional working environment in a wooded park
- Free access to the on-campus gym, learning center and campus events
- A company restaurant
- Free parking
- Corporate events throughout the year (conferences, team days, etc.)
- CSE: vacation vouchers, gift vouchers, sports/cultural subsidies, etc.

 

Each application is carefully reviewed. If your profile matches our search criteria, we will contact you for an initial phone interview.
HEC Paris promotes diversity in all its forms. As an inclusive employer, we welcome and consider applications solely on the merit of professional proficiency.