Principal Economist, China/Emerging Markets

Your role:

• To lead a team of economists to drive research projects that are of high relevance to Hong Kongs trade and business environment (esp. SMEs) and the Clients business strategy; The Client is a leading public body in Hong Kong
• Monitor and provide timely analysis on overseas market regulations and trade policies that affects Hong Kong key export industries;
• Manage external consultants in undertaking commissioned research projects;
• Act as spokesperson on designated topics to the public and undertakes outreach activities, such as developing workshops/seminars, and makes presentations.

Requirements:

• Relevant university degree in Economics or related disciplines
• A minimum 10 years of proven track records in research with at least 15 years of working experience; (Candidate with lesser experience will be considered as Assistant Principal Economist)
• Strong knowledge of international trade, the Chinese Mainland and Hong Kongs business environment. Knowledge of Hong Kongs SME operations is an added advantage;
• Strong knowledge of Asian and Emerging Markets business environment is an added advantage;
• Ability to lead and inspire a highly competent team, preferably with 5-8 years in managerial level;
• Strong analytical skills and excellent writing skills in both English and Chinese;
• Fluent in English, Cantonese and Putonghua;
• Agile personality with a strategic mindset, excellent judgement, strong interpersonal and communication skills;
• To undertake research trips to various markets, such as the Chinese Mainland, ASEAN, Middle East and Africa ;
• Knowledge of econometric modelling and statistical software packages (e.g. SPSS) is an added advantage.