Consultant, Industry Engagement

Following the rapid development of Innovation and Technology (“I&T”), Hong Kong Science & Technology Parks Corporation (“HKSTP”) is committed to developing strategies to capture the emerging opportunities and bring in benefits to the Hong Kong I&T ecosystem. We are seeking a high-caliber professional to research the technology landscape, advise on strategic business partnerships, and foster innovation. This role will serve as a gateway for technology companies expanding into Hong Kong and the Greater Bay Area (GBA), leveraging business development and industry engagement to advance Hong Kong's economic diversity and accelerate its transformation into an international I&T hub.

The Position

• Advise on the formulation of strategic business plans to maximize engagement and collaboration between Hong Kong and GBA
• Evaluate and enhance existing inbound and outbound programmes that support enterprises in expanding globally and exploring opportunities within the GBA
• Identify high-impact initiatives to accelerate technological innovation and enhance Hong Kong’s position as a world-class innovation hub
• Explore opportunities for strategic partnerships with counterparts in mainland China, including provincial, municipal, and district-level science and technology departments, educational institutions, and industry leaders
• Facilitate connections between tech ventures and industry experts, thought leaders, key stakeholders, and potential partners or investors to drive collaboration
• Research and analyze China's capital markets and technology landscape to identify key challenges for industries and government entities, and to explore potential opportunities
• Perform any other duties as assigned

The Candidate

• Master’s degree or above with over 15 years of experience in venture capital or private equity investment across China of which at least 5-10 years in leadership level, preferably from sizable organizations
• Established professional network across industry, academia, and government bodies in GBA
• Well understanding of provincial and local government structure with proven track-record in multi-level engagement protocol
• Exposure to new business and geographic area development with a deep understanding on China’s capital markets and technology landscape
• Familiar with Mainland China and local commercial/industrial sector with extensive business contacts
• Visionary mindset for emerging technologies and experience in technology transfer and fundraising
• Ability to translate insights into comprehensive actions particularly proficient in strategy planning and stakeholder engagement
• Process strong skills in business execution, people leadership and effectively manage and collaborate cross-functional teams for complex client issue resolution and execution on revenue generating growth strategies
• Demonstrated executive presence, presentation skills, influencing abilities and collaboration across various stakeholders
• Ability to influence and make decisions cross-functionally in a matrix environment where speed and cultural sensitivity are crucial
• Fluent in both Mandarin and English, with excellent cross-cultural communication and negotiation skills
• Travelling is required
• Higher education or professional qualifications with less experience will also be considered

What We offer  

• Unique Work.Live.Play.Learn culture in Hong Kong’s largest Innovation & Technology ecosystem
• 5-day work week, attractive annual leave and additional special leave
• Medical benefits including dental and annual check-up from Day-1, with extended coverage to dependent(s)
• Professional training and career advancement opportunities
• Accessible to various bus service with network across different locations in HK

Interested parties please submit your application by clicking “Apply Now”.  Commencing position will be commensurate with qualifications, relevant experience, and competencies.  

The application will remain open until the position is filled. HKSTP reserves the right not to fill the position.

Personal data provided will be treated in strict confidence and used for recruitment purpose only.  All personal data collected will be used strictly in accordance with employer’s personal data policies, you can refer to the Corporation’s Privacy Policy Statement at https://www.hkstp.org/privacy-policy/

Applicants not invited for interview within 6 weeks may consider their applications unsuccessful.  Personal data of unsuccessful applicants will be retained for a maximum of two years counting from the date the vacancy has been filled.

About Hong Kong Science & Technology Parks Corporation

Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation (HKSTP) was established in 2001 to create a thriving I&T ecosystem grooming unicorns, more than 15,000 research professionals and over 2,400 technology companies from 26 countries and regions focused on developing healthtech, AI and robotics, fintech and smart city technologies, etc.

Our growing innovation ecosystem offers comprehensive support to attract and nurture talent, accelerate and commercialise innovation for technology ventures. HKSTP continues contribute in establishing I&T as a pillar of growth for Hong Kong.

More information about HKSTP is available at www.hkstp.org.