Associate Director (Communications)

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 CMU OmniClear Holdings Limited, which is jointly owned by the Exchange Fund (as the majority shareholder) and Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited (as the minority shareholder).  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 market 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 raise the corporate image, ensuring alignment with overall business objectives and market positioning
• Draft and refine communications materials, including press releases, newsletters, speeches and articles, to effectively convey the organisation’s messages
• Formulate timely responses to media enquiries and develop lines-to-take for media interviews and engagements
• Plan, organise and execute media-related activities, including media briefings and media interviews
• Build and maintain collaborative relationships with journalists, editors and key media stakeholders
• Develop and review website contents to ensure they are accurate, engaging and adhere to corporate messaging standards
• Actively manage the organisation’s social media platforms, including content creation, engagement and vendor management
• Manage and review daily news summary and monitor online sentiment
• Work closely with internal stakeholders (e.g. business and executive leaders) to ensure brand consistency across all channels

Requirements

• University degree, preferably in Communications, Journalism, Media Studies, or related fields
• At least 5 years of relevant experience in corporate communications or media field
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications; knowledge of content creation tools is 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

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
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 19 September 2026.  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 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.