Your role:
• To lead a team of a few economists to drive research projects that are of high relevance to Hong Kong’s trading and business enterprises
• Monitor and provide timely analysis on overseas market regulations and trade policies such as China or non China ASEAN & Middle East 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
• A minimum 5 years of proven track records in research with at least 10 years of working experience in total
• Strong knowledge of international trade and Hong Kong’s business environment. Knowledge of Hong Kong corporate's operations is an added advantage
• Ability to lead and inspire a highly competent research team, preferably with 2 years in managerial level
• Strong analytical skills and excellent writing skills in both English and Chinese (Putonghua & Cantonese)
• Agile personality with a strategic mindset, excellent judgement, strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Able to undertake research trips to various markets
• Knowledge of econometric modelling and statistical software packages (e.g. SPCC, Tableau Creator and Python) will be an added advantage