The Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), the statutory organisation promoting Hong Kong’s external trade, seeks dynamic, high-caliber and experienced professionals to join our Business Development team. To strengthen Hong Kong's role as Asia's international business platform, we organise more than 30 world-class international trade fairs in Hong Kong each year. These fairs, which cover various industries and sectors, create opportunities for companies to promote their products or services to buyers from all over the world.
Responsibilities:
To assist project manager in the overall project planning and coordination
To provide logistic support and recruit participants for exhibition projects
To identify sales leads and conduct follow ups
To provide account servicing support to existing clients
To provide support on sales database compilation and data entry into systems
To handle enquiries from exhibitors / participants and undertake on-site duties during exhibitions
To provide support for on-site and online operations and logistics
To provide ad hoc assistance as required
Requirements:
At least 1 year’s solid relevant experience, preferably in exhibition field, sales and marketing
Strong command in English and Chinese; including fluent in Putonghua
Good communication, presentation and interpersonal skills
Capable to work as team to deliver quality work within tight timeframe and limited resources
Customer-oriented, good team spirit and able to work under pressure
Proficiency in MS applications and Chinese word-processing
Willing to work overtime and occasionally on during weekends / public holidays
Remuneration and Benefits:
Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. A competitive remuneration and benefits package, including annual leave, medical and dental benefits, will be offered.
Application Procedure:
Interested candidates are invited to complete the application form on our website. Those who do not hear from us within EIGHT WEEKS after the closing date may assume their applications were unsuccessful.
All information provided by applicants will be treated in strict confidence and used only for recruitment purposes. Applicants may be considered for other suitable positions within the Council. Their personal data will be destroyed six months after the selection is finalized.