National Law University Delhi, one of the country's leading law universities based in New Delhi, has invited applications for the post of Consultant (Placement & Career Development) under Advt No NLUD/Admin./2026/2776. The recruitment covers a single contractual position to manage the Office of Career Services, providing training, mentorship and placement support to students across the university's law programmes. The role suits experienced professionals from legal education and placement services.
NLU Delhi Recruitment 2026 - Consultant (Placement & Career Development) Posts
Posted 02 Oct 2026Updated 02 Oct 2026NLUD/Admin./2026/2776
Total Vacancies
1
Last Date
30 Oct
12 days left
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Last date 30 Oct 2026 · 12 days left
- Notification23 Sept
- Applications Opentill 30 Oct
About NLU Delhi Consultant (Placement & Career Development) Recruitment 2026
Job Overview
- Organization
- National Law University Delhi
- Advertisement No.
- NLUD/Admin./2026/2776
- Post Name
- Consultant (Placement & Career Development)
- Job Location
- New Delhi, Delhi
- Job Type
- Contract
- Gender
- All
- Nationality
- Indian
- Experience
- Minimum 10 years of relevant experience in training, mentorship, career development and placement services, with experience of working with NLUs/Law Schools.
- Tenure
- Initial period of 1 year, extendable based on satisfactory performance and the requirement of the University
Vacancy Breakdown
Consultant (Placement & Career Development)
1
| Post Name | Total |
|---|---|
| Consultant (Placement & Career Development) | 1 |
Eligibility Details
Consultant (Placement & Career Development) - Qualification and Experience
Postgraduate degree in Law, Social Sciences or MBA (HR) with a minimum of 55% marks. Minimum 10 years of relevant experience in the field of training, mentorship, career development and placement services. Experience of working with NLUs/Law Schools, with a proven track record in providing training, mentorship and career/placement services to students, particularly in reputed NLUs/Law Schools.
| Post | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Consultant (Placement & Career Development) - Qualification and Experience | Postgraduate degree in Law, Social Sciences or MBA (HR) with a minimum of 55% marks. Minimum 10 years of relevant experience in the field of training, mentorship, career development and placement services. Experience of working with NLUs/Law Schools, with a proven track record in providing training, mentorship and career/placement services to students, particularly in reputed NLUs/Law Schools. |
Application Fee
General
Rs. 2500
SC / ST / PwD
Exempted
Selection Process
- 1Shortlisting
Candidates are shortlisted based on an assessment of the application documents submitted through the online form; meeting eligibility does not by itself qualify a candidate for the interview.
- 2Interview
Held at the NLU Campus; shortlisted candidates are informed telephonically and by email, and no TA/DA is paid for attending.
Salary Structure
As per market standards; no bar for a deserving candidate. Monthly remuneration as per applicable norms, with TDS at 10% deducted.
How to Apply
- 1Apply online through the NLU Delhi careers portal.
- 2Fill in the application form with correct personal, educational and contact details.
- 3Upload the photograph, signature and certificates in the prescribed format.
- 4Pay the non-refundable application fee of Rs. 2500 online; SC/ST and PwD candidates are exempted.
- 5Submit the application on or before 30 October 2026, 2:00 PM.
- 6Save or print a copy of the submitted application for future reference.
Documents to Carry / Upload
•Photograph
•Signature and certificates in the prescribed format
•Self-attested documents/testimonials
Important Details
- The engagement is purely contractual and temporary for an initial period of one year, extendable based on satisfactory performance and the requirement of the University.
- It does not confer any right to regular appointment or absorption, carries no benefits applicable to regular faculty, and no additional perks are provided.
- Monthly remuneration is paid as per applicable norms with TDS at 10% deducted.
- No TA/DA is paid for attending the interview.
- Candidates currently in employment must submit their application through the proper channel.
- If a candidate does not hear from the University within 4 weeks after the deadline, the application should be assumed unsuccessful.
Programmes Covered
- 5-Year LL.B. Programme
- LL.M. (PG) Programme
- PGIP - M.A./LL.M. (Insolvency and Restructuring)
- WIPO-NLU Delhi Joint Master's Programme in Intellectual Property Law and Management
- Other academic programmes introduced by NLU Delhi during the engagement
Key Responsibilities
- Training and mentorship services: workshops and personalised sessions for 3rd to 5th year students on CVs, cover letters, internships and placement applications, mock recruitment processes, and judiciary exam mentorship.
- Active recruitment outreach to Tier 1 and Tier 2 law firms, boutique chambers, corporate legal teams, financial institutions and public policy organisations for PPOs, assessment internships and Day Zero placements.
- Day Zero and Day One facilitation, including recruiter coordination, pre-Day Zero briefings and offer maximisation.
- Post Day Zero and rolling placement support for unplaced students until graduation, including the June-July and December-January internship cycles.
- Institutional alliance building through MOUs, conclaves, guest lectures and panel discussions.
- Flagship event support, including identifying judges and adjudicators and securing institutional partnerships.
- Industry practitioner sessions and short-term programmes on the skills expected from new joiners.
Skills Required
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills for interacting with corporate leaders.
- Ability to counsel students and help them build resumes and cover letters.
- Willingness to travel and network.
- Familiarity with social media platforms.
- Knowledge of MS Office tools.
- Excellent presentation, networking and team skills.
Contact
Email: [email protected]
Frequently Asked Questions
Can candidates who are already employed apply for this post?
Yes, but candidates currently in employment must submit their application through the proper channel.
Is the Consultant appointment a regular university post?
No. The engagement is purely contractual and temporary for one year and does not confer any right to regular appointment or absorption.
Will travel or daily allowance be paid for the interview?
No TA/DA is paid for attending the interview, which is held at the NLU Campus.
How will candidates know if they are shortlisted?
Only shortlisted candidates are contacted telephonically and by email. If there is no response from the University within 4 weeks after the deadline, the application should be assumed unsuccessful.
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