Executive Director

The Financial Services Development Council (“FSDC”) was established by the HKSAR Government in January 2013. The FSDC engages the financial services industry of Hong Kong and formulates proposals to promote the further development of the industry and map out the strategic direction for the development of Hong Kong as an international financial centre.

In September 2018, the FSDC was incorporated as a company limited by guarantee to better discharge its functions through research, market promotion, and human capital development with greater flexibility.

The subsidiary of the FSDC, the Hong Kong Academy for Wealth Legacy (“HKAWL”), is committed to invigorating a vibrant ecosystem for family offices worldwide through fostering collaboration, networking, knowledge sharing, and talent development across the sector.

Post Title: Executive Director of Financial Services Development Council 

Report to: Board of FSDC

Key Responsibilities

1. To formulate strategies and action plans, in consultation with the Chairman and Board of Directors, to foster the further development of the financial services industry in Hong Kong;

2. To work closely with the Board of Directors and maintain close communication with the Government to develop the long-term strategy of the FSDC;

3. To cultivate and strengthen the FSDCs relationship with industry bodies, policymakers, regulators and other stakeholders;

4. To oversee the FSDCs policy research and studies in relation to economic and financial market development and human capital development;

5. To oversee the marketing strategies and promotional activities of the FSDC in promoting Hong Kongs financial services;

6. To oversee the media and public relations strategies and act as spokesperson for the FSDC as appropriate; and

7. To direct the operations of the executive team to support the FSDCs initiatives and daily administration; to oversee corporate development and governance matters, including the annual work plan and annual budget, management and control of the use of funding, etc.

Requirements

1. Bachelors degree or equivalent, preferably in finance, economics or related disciplines;

2. At least 15 years post-qualification experience, at least eight years of which should be at the senior management level in the financial services industry with solid experience in policy analysis and research project management, market development, public relations and industry liaison;

3. Strong ability to think strategically with a global perspective and business acumen and to put together recommendations and implementation plans;

4. Strong leadership skills and ability in networking and soliciting the support of stakeholders both internally and externally;

5. Work experience in the public sector is an advantage; and

6. Excellent command of both written and spoken English and Chinese; fluency in Putonghua is an advantage.

Terms of Appointment & Package

A competitive remuneration package will be offered to the successful candidate. Fringe benefits include paid leave, medical insurance and MPF.

How to Apply

Interested candidates please send a letter of application and a curriculum vitae setting out the details of qualifications, previous work experience, current and expected salary by email to fsdc@spencerstuart.com on or before 20 July 2025. For enquiries, please call 3612 9952.

Review of applications will continue until the position is filled.