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.

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.

With improving economic conditions in Hong Kong and Singapore, we have been receiving a growing number of requests to search for candidates recently.  Each week, we will continue to feature some of our latest, most thrilling job opportunities.   Below are some of the newest positions that we are looking for top notch professionals:

1. 1. Marketing Manager – New Media Business

Our client is a leading international new media company. In light of market demand and expansion, a challenging role has arisen for a acquisitions and retentions specialist to join the team as Marketing Manager.

Based in Hong Kong and reporting to the Director, you have to improve key metrics, subscription revenue, content development for the assigned channels. You need to execute program and usage stimulation campaigns including promotion concept design, identify target customers, budget controls and operational logistic flows. You are also required to seek new customers and develop various events for the channels. Other responsibilities include regular competitive analysis, market trend analysis and customer focus group studies to maintain market intelligence.

2. Proposition Manager, Product Strategy and Development

Our client is an European based, top provider of sophisticated financial products. Their products are well established and highly recognized by corporate and retail customers in Europe and Asia. A new opportunity now exists for a seasoned financial product specialist to join the regional team in Hong Kong as the Proposition Manager for North Asia.

Reporting to the Senior Manager, Product Proposition Development, your main responsibilities will be to liaise with other proposition experts in the region to drive investment and savings proposition strategies by researching the life and investment market and understanding needs of both the customers and distributors. You will develop and manage the end to end product and proposition requirements and ensure the existing and upcoming product portfolios are competitive enough to drive sales and accelerate market growth. Other responsibilities include offering of quality training to the regional sales offices and local sales teams as well as providing support to the new product and fund launches.

3. FP&A Business Partner

Our client is a market leader, US-based Technology organisation that is expanding exponentially in Asia. In light of this, they are now seeking for a high calibre commercial individual to join the organisation as Regional Senior FP&A Analyst / FP&A Finance Manager (title depending on level of experience). This is a newly-created and highly rewarding position within the Regional Finance organization.

Reporting to the Regional Financial Controller, you will have overall responsibility for the business planning, budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis and management reporting for the region. The candidate is expected to take ownership of driving critical business decisions from a Finance standpoint, through providing critical in-depth financial & business analysis, and pro-actively influence and support business growth for this strategically-aligned role.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a strong and business savvy finance professional displaying strong analytical and change management capabilities taking ownership for the FP&A spectrum and to further hone his/her management skills towards eventually being a multi-faceted finance leader.

4. Finance Manager – Programs & Inventory

Our client is a US multinational, leader in the IT&T industry with a renowned presence in Asia Pacific. The company is looking to add a strong finance advisor to their Ops Controllership team in Singapore to support the APAC operations team.

Reporting to the Senior Finance Manager of the Ops Controllership Team and managing a team of 2, the Finance Manager for Programs & Inventory will have key responsibilities in overseeing the end to end operations and statutory accounting for the main business streams.  Also, he/she would be acting as the strategic advisor in the APAC Operations team towards supporting new initiatives, projects and business model changes in the various business streams. The position will be a subject matter expert to the Supply Chain; Customer Ops & Program Managers in particular, being accountable for financial statement figures; understanding systems/processes and business flows for special projects. Being solely accountable for the inter-company accounting and maintaining the integrity of the statutory model and transfer pricing policy whilst working closely with the Shared Services team will be essential.

This highly dynamic & exciting role offers an excellent opportunity for career progression in the long run, especially within an organization that advocates strong long term nurturing of high potential talents into well-rounded assets.

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

We are receiving a growing number of requests to find candidates for great opportunities in Hong Kong and Singapore as companies continue to ramp up their recruitment efforts.  Each week, we will continue to highlight some of our newest, most exciting jobs.   Here are just some of the latest positions for which we are seeking top quality professionals:

1. Senior Accountant (Management Reporting & Analysis)

Our client is a listed High Tech company with a strong presence in the Asia Pacific region. Despite the competitive nature of the industry, they are well positioned in the market and are ready to further strengthen their growth in the region. Therefore, they have an urgent need for a Senior Accountant to be based in their Hong Kong office.

Reporting to the Accounting Manager, you will supervise a small team to consolidate financial figures for the monthly management reports, forecasting, variance analysis and producing internal control reports. You will assist in identifying business and control risks and advise management on the control and procedural measures required to mitigate those risks. You will ensure the team handles the management reports accurately and in a timely manner. Liaison with internal and external auditors is also required.

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2. Corporate Accounting/Legal Entity Control – Tier One Bank

Our client is a Top Tier Investment Bank with a strong reputable brand, well known for the high calibre of candidates they take on board. An opportunity now exists for an individual to join their first class team of legal entity controllers.

The function of this team is to control the companys various subsidiaries in Singapore. You will be required to maintain the subsidiaries books and records, preparing the financial statements under the relevant local GAAPs as well as the consolidation reports under US GAAP. You will need to ensure that regulatory requirements are met, as well as ensuring control standards are maintained and documented. This role promises excellent exposure and opportunities for career development and rotation.

Learn more and apply…

For more information on other sales and marketing opportunities, please visit us at ambition.com.hk and ambition.com.sg

Ambition has a number of great opportunities in Hong Kong and Singapore for talented professionals.  We are receiving an ever growing number of requests to find qualified candidates, as companies begin to increase recruitment in 2010 and reverse the recent trends of downsizing and hiring freezes.  Here are some of the latest positions for which we are seeking top quality professionals:

1. Head of Key Channels (Singapore)

Our client is a leading global FMCG supplier who is currently expanding their Regional Head Office in Singapore. They are looking for a Head of Key Channels of their Retail Travel Business, preferably with exposure to the Alcohol/Tobacco/FMCG sector to come on board in this senior role.

Reporting into the Head of Operations in Hong Kong, you will be responsible for developing and refining the account management portfolio in the emerging markets of APAC. You will manage a team of Account Managers and ensure competitive advantage and develop Duty Free take up in the region. You will have had extensive exposure to travel retail channels in the FMCG sector and have had experience of managing a team.

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2. Head of Channel Management (Hong Kong)

Our client is one of the largest fund management companies and it has experienced major growth recently to become one of the major players in Asia. Assets are managed on behalf of a wide range of retail and institutional investors across the region. Their fund management business expands across 10 markets in Asia – Hong Kong, Singapore, India, Japan, Taiwan, Malaysia, Korea, Vietnam, China and United Arab Emirates. They are looking for a Head of Channel Management to drive sales for Hong Kong.

Based in Hong Kong and reporting to the General Manager, based in Singapore, you will head the Sales team and drive all the sales activities for the Hong Kong business, both unit-linked and offshore mutual fund products. You will be responsible for seeking distributors while managing both internal and external distribution relationships in Hong Kong. Working closely with partners, you will drive product development initiatives and sales process initiatives where appropriate. 

Learn more and apply

For more information on other sales and marketing opportunities, please visit us at ambition.com.hk and ambition.com.sg

We recently commented on the increase in demand for back office professionals in Singapore, but that’s not the only city in Asia that is heating up with back hiring.  Hong Kong has thrown its hat into the ring as one of the world’s hiring hot spots.  Ambition’s Amy Ho was recently quoted in an article at efinancialcareers.com:

“Hong Kong is still the regional hub for most finance functions for the majority of international banks. Regional tax business-heads are usually based there, rather than Singapore. ‘There is a need for tax advisory teams to work closely with the front office on new products/transactions related to tax issues,’ says Amy Ho, manager of banking and financial services, Ambition Hong Kong.

The pool of tax professionals from Big Four accountancy firms or law firms is also larger in Hong Kong than Singapore. ‘So the regional tax professionals can partner them as external advisors, and this also provides a source for the banks to recruit from,’ adds Ho.

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‘There is continued recruitment of compliance professionals, especially people who have sales and trading, control room or investment banking exposure. As Hong Kong is the regional centre for many banks’ sales and trading floors, the need for product-compliance specialists remains strong’, says Ho. Candidates with equity derivatives knowledge are in particular demand.

‘Similarly, a number of banks have established regional control-room compliance teams based in Hong Kong. With the IPO market expected to pick up throughout the year, firms are also strengthening their compliance teams with ECM specialists,’ she adds.”

This is just another indicator that while hiring for finance is increasing, there is also a trickle-down effect on hiring for support positions throughout Asia.  Further, although many top-level front of office jobs are being filled by Asian-born professionals, there are many opportunities for expats with significant experience  in Asia.

To explore some of the hot job openings we have in Hong Kong and Singapore, please visit us at Ambition Hong Kong and Ambition Singapore.