Would you be a suitable leader for a professional organization with around 160 members? Do you enjoy working in a high-intensity environment, with frequent interactions with members and other partners? Do you enjoy the unpredictability of the business world and don't shy away from challenges?
The Board of Directors of the Swedish Chamber of Commerce in Hong Kong (“SwedCham” or the “Chamber”) is recruiting a new General Manager to serve and support our membership body, including 110+ Corporate, 40+ Individual, and 15+ Young Professional members.
As the General Manager, you will be the “face of SwedCham”, responsible for the overall activities of the Chamber. You will work towards agreed performance and activity objectives, and will have a direct impact on the way the Chamber goes about its business and is perceived by its members. The position is based in Hong Kong, on a local contract, and reports to the SwedCham Board of Directors. We would like to emphasize that no allowances for relocation, housing, school fees, or similar, will be provided.
The board’s working assumption is that SwedCham’s General Manager will be hired on a full-time contract, however, the board may also consider offering the position on a part-time basis.
Qualifications
The ideal candidate assumes and delegates responsibility with ease and is highly service-minded. The Chamber maintains a very busy schedule, with multiple initiatives and events being planned in parallel. This means that our General Manager has to be skilled at multi-tasking. We value a creative “can-do”-mindset.
As a person, you are social and outgoing, with a strong presence. You are confident, self-motivated and performance-driven. Your communication skills are highly developed, you are well-organized, and a true team player.
Fluency in English and Swedish, both spoken and written, are given requirements.
Computer skills are a must. Experience with web site administration, social media, digital newsletters are needed in order to help SwedCham reach its members in an efficient manner.
We are looking for a candidate with a university degree. Familiarity with the local business cultures of Hong Kong and China will be helpful. Chinese language skills are not required but would be considered a strong asset.
Responsibilities
- Day to day operation of SwedCham, including management of staff and office
- Member satisfaction: develop and deliver member value in close cooperation with the Board and with the Chamber’s committees
- Drive initiatives and partnership with Team Sweden, Government representatives, other Chambers and the international Community
- Plan and conduct events and member activities. Arrange meetings, including Board meetings and Annual General Meeting
- Manage the Chamber’s financial planning and reporting
If you believe this position is of interest to you, we look forward to receiving your application. Please include a personal letter, CV, references, and your expected salary, and submit it to chamber@swedcham.com.hk no later than April 17, 2025.
The anticipated start date is 23 June, 2025.