The Chinese University of Hong Kong

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Ref : 260000V7

Closing Date : June 22, 2026

The Finance Office of the University, which serves the full range of business and financial management needs in support of the University's mission, is looking for a seasoned and qualified finance / investment professional to assist the Director of Finance and Assistant Director of Finance in investment and treasury functions.

The appointee is responsible for the full spectrum of investment and treasury functions in relation to the University investments (including the University endowment) and retirement assets. Major duties include (a) managing a multi-asset investment portfolio comprising equities, fixed income and alternative investments; (b) monitoring the performance of appointed investment managers and consultants; (c) overseeing the treasury and banking operations of the University and its retirement schemes; (d) performing research and financial analysis in making investment proposals for consideration by the University senior management and Investment Sub-Committee; (e) leading system projects and processes re-engineering / transformation to enhance the University's investment and treasury operations; (f) undertaking committees work in relation to the University's investments and retirement assets; (g) liaising with relevant external bodies (such as investment managers, bankers and auditors) on financial and investment related matters; and (h) performing other duties as assigned.

Applicants should have (i) a good Bachelor's degree or above in Finance, Accounting or a related discipline; (ii) a professional qualification in accounting, finance and/or investment (e.g. CA, CPA, ACCA, CFA or equivalent); (iii) at least twelve years of relevant work experience (of which at least five years at supervisory / managerial level) acquired in an advanced computerized environment of a large organization; (iv) experience in investment management and overseeing retirement assets; (v) good understanding of local and global financial markets and accounting requirements relating to financial assets and liabilities; (vi) strong analytical and quantitative skills, and good interpersonal, presentation and leadership skills; (vii) capability to work under pressure; and (viii) proficiency in English and Chinese, including Putonghua. Applicants who have actual investment trading experience and are conversant with SAP system would have an added advantage.

Appointment will initially be made on a contract basis for up to three years commencing as soon as possible, renewable subject to good performance and mutual agreement.

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