Manager / Assistant Manager (Press Office)

• Preparing daily news updates for internal distribution;
• Drafting and editing press releases and other media-related materials;
• Identifying current and emerging issues relevant to the SFC through media monitoring and analysis;
• Handling media enquiries and assisting the team in disseminating responses directed at media stakeholders in an efficient and effective manner; and
• Organising press conferences, interviews and other media events.

• Sound knowledge of the Hong Kong financial market, including strong interest in gaining an appreciation of Hong Kong’s regulatory framework for the financial services industry.
• A good understanding of the operation of media organizations and an aptitude for “news sense”; previous journalistic experience is a plus but not mandatory.
• Excellent communication skills, including high proficiency in writing and editing skills in both English and Chinese, and fluency in Putonghua is an added advantage.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, a good team player and above all, a high degree of personal integrity.
• Inquisitive, meticulous, adaptable and amenable to working outside normal business hours.

Securities and Futures Commission