Hong Kong still attractive for bankers despite high living costs

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Hong Kong remains an attractive destination for portfolio managers and investment bankers looking to switch jobs despite its persistent reputation as one of the world’s most expensive cities to live in, according to a senior industry headhunter.


Abimanu Jeyakumar, the head of the Hong Kong office of financial services recruiting firm Selby Jennings, said the city remains a “key focus” for candidates, including ones based in other major financial centres such as London and New York.



“Hong Kong is seen as a gateway to one of the most interesting and fast-growing markets at this time: China,” Jeyakumar said.


https://www.scmp.com/business/companies/article/3007077/hong-kong-still-attractive-bankers-despite-high-living-costs