University Relations Lead

About the Team The Early Careers- AMS team is a critical driver in advancing TikTok's global talent strategy by connecting with top-tier university students. Our mission is to deliver exceptional, engaging experiences that showcase TikTok's people, culture, and technology through high-impact events and programs. By cultivating relationships with universities, we aim to attract and recruit high-potential students who will contribute to TikTok’s growth and innovation. We're seeking a highly strategic and dynamic University Relations Lead to lead and drive initiatives that build and strengthen TikTok's university relationships across the Americas (US, Canada, Mexico, Brazil and etc.). This role will play an integral part in shaping and executing recruiting strategies, creating high-value partnerships with universities, and driving top-of-funnel talent acquisition to fuel TikTok’s global pipeline. Responsibilities: - Strategic Partnership Development: Lead efforts to build long-term, impactful relationships with universities, strengthening TikTok's presence and positioning as an employer of choice. Cultivate partnerships with university leaders, career centers, and student organizations to enhance recruitment outcomes. - Project Leadership & Coordination: Provide strong leadership to the team through effective coaching, career development, and recognition. Oversee and drive the successful execution of various projects, including information sessions, career fairs, on-campus events, and asset management. Ensure timely, on-budget delivery while maintaining a high standard of quality. - Data-Driven Insights: Track, analyze, and report on the success of recruitment programs and initiatives, providing key insights to drive continuous improvement and inform future strategies. - Top-of-Funnel Talent Pipeline: Develop and execute strategic initiatives to build and expand the top-of-funnel talent pipeline, ensuring a steady flow of diverse, high-potential students into TikTok’s recruiting process.Advocate for campus recruiting strategies, and build external partnerships to ensure a diverse source of early talent across university partners and partnership organizations. - Stakeholder Collaboration & Communication: Act as the primary point of contact for internal stakeholders and external partners, providing updates on project status, opportunities, and challenges. Serve as an ambassador for TikTok's brand and communicate its mission, values, and opportunities to external partners and large audiences. Minimum Qualifications: - Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field. - Minimum 5 years of experience in University or Campus Recruitment space, University Relations, Program Management, Talent Acquisition, or related area. At least one year of experience as a people manager. Preferred Qualifications: - Strong business focus and commitment to continuous improvement; ability to proactively network and establish effective working relationships. - Strong communication skills, and organizational and project management skills. - Proficiency in data collection, analysis, Microsoft Office Suite, LinkedIn, and Social Media platforms.