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Principal Economist, China/Emerging Markets

Hong Kong, Hong Kong, HKFull-time2025-11-18 → 2026-11-10

Core

Lead a team of economists to drive high-relevance research projects for Hong Kong's trade and business environment, focusing on SMEs and the Client's business strategy.

Role type

Principal Economist

Builds

Research projects, policy analysis, and public outreach materials

Domain

International trade, Chinese Mainland, Hong Kong, Asian and Emerging Markets

Deliverable

research

Required skills

Team leadership, international trade knowledge, Chinese Mainland business environment knowledge, Hong Kong SME operations knowledge, Asian and Emerging Markets business environment knowledge, analytical skills, writing skills, research trip execution, econometric modelling, statistical software usage

Preferred skills

Managerial experience (5-8 years), knowledge of Hong Kong SME operations, knowledge of Asian and Emerging Markets, econometric modelling, statistical software packages (e.g. SPSS)

Technologies

SPSS

Responsibilities

Lead a team of economists to drive research projects, monitor and provide timely analysis on overseas market regulations and trade policies, manage external consultants for commissioned research projects, act as a spokesperson on designated topics, develop workshops/seminars, make presentations, undertake research trips to various markets

Seniority

Principal, strategic leadership & team management