Section Head, International and Mainland Relations

The Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) is a statutory body established in 1966 to promote, assist and develop Hong Kong's trade. With 51 offices globally, including 13 in the Chinese Mainland, the HKTDC promotes Hong Kong as a two-way global investment and business hub.

The HKTDC organises international exhibitions, conferences and business missions to create business opportunities for companies, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), in the mainland and international markets. The HKTDC also provides up-to-date market insights and product information via research reports and digital news channels.

As we celebrate our 60th anniversary in 2026 and begin a new three-year business cycle, our mission remains as strong as ever to help Hong Kong thrive in trade and businesses succeed in the ever-changing landscape.

Responsibilities:

• As Section Head in charge of the promotional activities in relation to international and Chinese Mainland markets, including projects that will be co-organised with national, provincial, and city governments, foreign consulates, trade commissions, and relevant bureaux/departments
• Lead a small professional team to build up networks and collaborations with foreign consulates, trade commissions, Chinese Mainland-related official representatives in Hong Kong/GBA, and international counterparts
• Organise high-level bilateral committee meetings and programmes in Hong Kong/Chinese Mainland/overseas, with a view to identifying new business opportunities to Hong Kong enterprises
• Receive incoming business delegations from overseas and Chinese Mainland and provide support for their trade promotional activities in Hong Kong
• Perform any other duties as assigned by his/her supervisors

Requirements:

• University graduate with a minimum of 8 years’ solid managerial experience, preferably with sizable organisations, in any of the following areas: sales and marketing; exhibition/event organisation or public/corporate relations etc.
• Strong inclination and understanding of Hong Kong economy, trade and business arena covering various industries, and markets and business opportunities for Hong Kong
• Excellent command of written and spoken English and Chinese, including Putonghua; knowledge of a third language an advantage
• Mature with superior skills in sales, marketing and communication
• A strong team player with excellent organisational and interpersonal skills
• Self-motivated and outgoing with good project planning ability
• Innovative, flexible and be able to deliver under time and resource pressure

Remuneration and Benefits:

The successful candidate will be offered a two-year contract with prospects for renewal upon expiry. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience, plus an appropriate contract-end gratuity. Medical benefits and annual leave will be offered.

Application Procedure:

Interested candidates are invited to complete the application form on our website. Those who do not hear from us within EIGHT WEEKS after the closing date may assume their applications were unsuccessful.

All information provided by applicants will be treated in strict confidence and used only for recruitment purposes. Applicants may be considered for other suitable positions within the Council. Their personal data will be destroyed six months after the selection is finalized.