Associate Director (Communications)（英文版本）

The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) is charged with the responsibility for maintaining the stability and integrity of the monetary and financial systems of Hong Kong. 

CMU OmniClear Limited (CMU OmniClear) is a wholly owned subsidiary of the Exchange Fund.  It carries out the operation and business development activities of the Central Moneymarkets Unit (CMU) on behalf of the HKMA.  As part of the critical financial infrastructure in Hong Kong, CMU is a central securities depository (CSD), providing secure and efficient clearing, settlement and custodian services for securities.  CMU OmniClear’s vision is to continuously enhance CMU service coverage, expand connectivity with other markets and upgrade the CMU infrastructure to provide market participants with comprehensive and quality services.

We now invite eligible candidates to join our dynamic and inclusive company for the exciting opportunity below:

Associate Director (Communications)

Key Responsibilities

• Implement brand guidelines to enhance and sustain the corporate image, ensuring alignment with overall business goals and market positioning
• Build and maintain relationships with journalists and other media representatives.  Pitch story ideas and respond to media inquiries in a timely manner
• Write and edit press releases, articles, newsletters, speeches, and other communications materials that effectively convey the company’s messages
• Implement media outreach plans, including organising media briefings and arranging media interviews
• Develop and review website contents to ensure they are accurate, engaging, and aligned with corporate messaging and branding guidelines
• Manage the company’s social media presence, including content creation, engagement, and monitoring online sentiment
• Work closely with various internal stakeholders (e.g. business and executive leaders) to ensure cohesive messaging and branding

Requirements

• University degree, preferably in communications, journalism, media studies or related fields
• At least 5 years of relevant experience in corporate communications or media-related areas of work
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications; knowledge of content creation tools a plus
• Strong awareness of current affairs and market situations
• Excellent written and spoken proficiency in both English and Chinese
• Experience in managing corporate social media accounts and website
• Creative, proactive, well-organised, and detail-oriented, with excellent interpersonal skills and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Candidates with supplementary experience and qualifications will also be considered, even if they do not meet all of the specified requirements above

(Candidates with less experience may be considered for an offer of appointment at Senior Associate level.)

Conditions of service

• Appointment will be offered by CMU OmniClear
• A competitive remuneration package will be offered.  There is flexibility to take account of additional experience and qualifications
• Fringe benefits include medical and dental benefits and paid annual leave

How to apply

You may submit an application via one of the following channels:

1. Online application
   *Online application will be temporarily suspended from 06:00 p.m. on 16 May 2025 to 09:00 p.m. on 16 May 2025, and 06:00 p.m. on 17 May 2025 to 08:00 a.m. on 18 May 2025 due to system maintenance
2. By Mail

Send in the hard copy application form (available either at the HKMA’s reception counter or website https://www.hkma.gov.hk) to:

Recruitment Officer
Hong Kong Monetary Authority
55/F., Two International Finance Centre
8 Finance Street, Central, Hong Kong

Copies of transcripts together with a full resumé including details of past experience should be attached to the application.  Please mark your correspondence address and the position applied for on the envelope.

Completed application should reach the HKMA, via the designated submission channel, by 17 May 2025.  Applicants may wish to submit their applications in advance of the deadline to allow for any unexpected delays, e.g. with internet traffic, including file size restrictions and system maintenance downtime.  Those not contacted by the CMU OmniClear within three months from the closing date for applications should consider their applications filed for future reference.

CMU OmniClear is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes application from all qualified candidates.  All information provided will be handled strictly in accordance with our personal data policy, a copy of which will be provided upon request.  You may contact the Recruitment Officer at the above address.

The Online Application System is scheduled to perform regular system maintenance from Hong Kong time 6:00 a.m. to 8:00 a.m. every Wednesday.  During this time, online application will not be available.

Learn more about the business of CMU OmniClear: www.CMUOmniClear.com.