Hong Kong Career Blog

A wealth of job opportunities isn’t far away when you’re in the Asia Pacific region. In Hong Kong, we’ve got more job offerings and requests for qualified applicants this week.  Here are some of our latest, most attractive positions for which our clients are recruiting in Hong Kong:

1. Business Analyst — European MNC

Our client is a leading and well-respected broadcaster of news and lifestyle consumer programmes. An exciting and newly created position now exists for a dynamic Business Analyst to join the accounting & finance team.

Reporting to the Senior Finance & Administration Manager, you will focus on financial analysis for the Asia Pacific Regions business. Working closely with the regional operation and sales teams, you will identify and implement improvements to better the quality and efficiency of the business.You will also be required to work with the general ledger team on the groups consolidation.

To qualify, individuals must possess:

• A university degree and an internationally recognised accounting qualification
• A minimum of 5 years of management accounting experience
• Exposure gained from the media or broadcasting industry
• Energy, initiative and a willingness to take on responsibility
• Excellent English and fluency in Cantonese and Mandarin advantageous

2. Product Manager — Travel Retail

Our client is a niche but widely recognized skincare company. Relatively new in the region the brand continues to capture a loyal and developing pool of consumers. A new and exciting role has been created for a sales or marketing professional to join the team as Product Manager.

Based in Hong Kong and reporting to the Head of Marketing you will be responsible for performing product management duties for the AP region with particular emphasis on the travel retail sector. Responsibilities include new product launch set ups, sales forecasting, inventory management, sales analysis and the development of product marketing collateral. Internally you will work with sales and merchandising on point of sales opportunity, visual set ups and counter design. This is a rare opportunity for a dynamic junior candidate to join a unique organization with regional exposure.

To qualify individuals must possess:

• 3+ year’s marketing/sales experience
• Skincare or travel retail experience preferred
• International mindset
• Excellent analytical and project management skills
• Native English
• University degree

To find out more about these jobs and to search for other openings, please visit our job search page at Ambition Hong Kong.

The job market in the West may be lean, but we are still getting more requests to search for candidates in the APAC region.  Each week, we will continue to feature some of our latest, most attractive job opportunities.  Below are some of the newest positions for which our clients are recruiting in Hong Kong:

1. Finance Manager/Controller

Our client specialises in the provision of corporate advisory services and is one of the region’s largest client servicing organisations. As a result of significant growth in the region, the Hong Kong-based operation is now seeking a Financial Controller to lead their team. This role reports directly to the Managing Director.

A background in professional services is advantageous and you must possess exceptional client relationship management skills. Experience in the areas of strategic planning, hands-on financial accounting, budgets and forecasts, tax planning, would be highly desirable. For a driven self starter who can demonstrate a track record of analytical and leadership skills, this is an organisation which can offer exceptional long term career opportunities.

To qualify individuals must possess,

• An accounting qualification
• Strong business partnering skills
• A minimum of 10 years of experience in a professional services environment
• Superb people skills
• Commercially oriented with strong leadership abilities
• Excellent communication skills in English and Chinese
• Hyperion skills an advantage

2. Associate Product Controller / Global Investment Bank

Our client is a US-based Investment Bank with a strong global presence. As part of continued growth due to the groups success, a newly created opportunity has arisen for a Product Controller to join its Equity Derivatives team

Reporting to the Manager of the Product Control function, you will be responsible for a number of challenging tasks related to accuracy and integrity of the books and records, preparation of daily and monthly P&L reporting, ad hoc valuations, P&L reconciliation and provide support to Front Office for all trading accounting queries. You will also be responsible for making sure price testing and off market rate checking is done according to group standards. This is an excellent opportunity for a Product Controller to continue their career in a challenging and rewarding environment in one of the most prestigious investment banks in the world.

To qualify, individuals must possess:

• University degree, preferably in Accounting, Finance or Numerate Studies
• Knowledge in derivatives and structured products is a must.
• 3 to 5 years of Product Control experience, with Equity Derivatives exposure an advantage
• Investment banking experience a must
• Strong analytical, interpersonal and time management skills
• Excellent fluency in English

To find out more about these jobs and to search for other openings, please visit our job search page at Ambition Hong Kong.

Recent news suggests that Hong Kong, Singapore and other Asian markets are still fairing better than their Western counterparts as jobs continue to move east.  We are still getting more and more requests to search for candidates in the APAC region and each week we will continue to feature some of our latest, most attractive job opportunities.   Below are some of the newest positions for which our clients are recruiting in Hong Kong:

1. Compliance Manager (Temp-to-Perm)

Our client is a leading European investment bank with a strong presence in Asia. As part of continued business growth, they are now looking for a Compliance Manager to join their team in Hong Kong with the opportunity to convert to permanent.

You will be responsible for performing trade surveillance and monitoring the banks trading activities. In addition, you will also be required to carry out other project work within the Compliance department whenever necessary. Our client is looking for an individual who will enhance compliance and regulations within the business.

To qualify, individuals must possess:

• A university degree
• 3 to 4 years of working experience in Compliance, preferably in an investment bank
• Strong knowledge of local regulatory requirements
• Ability to work efficiently independently and within a team
• Excellent communication skills in English and interpersonal skills
• Available to start immediately

2. Senior Finance Manager, Team Leader, Retail Banking & Wealth Management

Our client is a fast-expanding Retail and Wholesale Bank with a strong commitment to build out a world-class Retail Banking and Wealth Management businesses in Asia. As part of this strategic growth, an exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Finance Manager to head up a Business Finance team, based in Hong Kong.

Reporting to the Head of Finance for Hong Kong, you will lead and manage a team of experienced Finance Managers to support the Retail and Wealth Management businesses on financial planning, financial reporting and management information. You will work closely with the business on budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, strategic planning, cost management and product accounting. In addition, you will provide in-depth business performance analysis, advise the business on financial projections, revenue and cost initiatives and provide accurate and timely financial management information. You will also play an active role in management information system improvement works.

To qualify, individuals must possess:

• A university degree and a professional accounting qualification
• Minimum 10 years of relevant experience in Financial Control, Management Accounting and / or Business Finance
• Experience in Retail Banking, Wealth Management or Private Banking is a must
• Team leadership and management experience
• Excellent communication skills with fluency in English

To find out more about these jobs and to search for other openings, please visit our job search page at Ambition Hong Kong.

While the employment markets are tough in the U.S. and U.K., we are still getting more and more requests to search for candidates in the APAC region.  Each week, we will continue to feature some of our latest, most attractive job opportunities.   Below are some of the newest positions for which our clients are recruiting in Hong Kong:

1. Prime Brokerage Middle Office

Our client is a leading Asian Banking group with a growing Cash and Derivative business. Due to current business expansion, a new opportunity now exists for an experience Middle Office executive to join their well-established team.

You will be responsible in providing support to the Equity and FX trade by performing day to day trade booking, pre-settlement matching, reconciliation and follow up on any fail trades. Liaising frequently with Client Service representative and Front Office to resolve trade breaks. In addition, will have to help with the on-boarding of new clients and help to resolve their queries for any trade-related issues.

To qualify, the individuals must possess:

• A university degree with a major in Finance, Economics, Mathematics or any other relevant disciplines
• Minimum of 6 years of experience gained within another Middle Office or Trade support function
• Strong knowledge in Cash or Synthetic Equity products and processes
• Proven ability to communicate effectively
• A energetic, proactive and analytical mindset
• Fluency in both English and Cantonese

2. Manager/Senior Manager, Financial Statuatory Body

Our client is a well known financial services statutory establishment currently looking for a dynamic and committed individual to support their ongoing initiatives and to assist the organisation in facilitating the growth of the banking industry in Hong Kong.

In this role, you will work closely with the banking industry and have multiple opportunities to interact with banking professionals to resolve issues that can impact the industry. The main responsibility of this position will be to act as the establishments representative and will have to issue regular circulars, prepare and drive industry meetings as well as to provide executive support to committees and working groups. In addition, you will prepare reports representing the banking industry to various regulators in refining new regulations and policies.

To qualify, the individuals must possess:

• A university degree with 10 to 12 years of working experience gained from a well-established bank
• Prior HKMA/SFC rules and regulations exposure would be preferred
• Proven project management skills
• An independent and self motivated personality
• Strong problem solving abilities and a passion to be able to liaise with multiple counterparts
• Excellent command in both written and spoken English
• Ability to read and write in Chinese

To find out more about these jobs and to search for other openings, please visit our job search page at Ambition Hong Kong.