GM of Hong Kong office (Type4, 9 RO)

A reputable SOE background of Investment platform in Hong Kong Newly set up investment entity in Hong Kong About Our Client Founded in early 2000's , the group is a state-controlled investment institution with a long-standing focus on primary market investments. The firm has built strong capabilities across hard technology, artificial intelligence, advanced manufacturing, and life & healthcare sectors. The group manages a combination of proprietary capital and multiple government- and market-bac

Michael Page - Hong Kong - Full time

Salary: HK$1,200,000 - HK$1,500,000 per year

  • A reputable SOE background of Investment platform in Hong Kong
  • Newly set up investment entity in Hong Kong
About Our Client

Founded in early 2000's , the group is a state-controlled investment institution with a long-standing focus on primary market investments. The firm has built strong capabilities across hard technology, artificial intelligence, advanced manufacturing, and life & healthcare sectors.

The group manages a combination of proprietary capital and multiple government- and market-backed funds, with aggregate assets under management exceeding RMB 130 billion. It is consistently ranked among the top-tier investment platforms in China.

As part of its international expansion, the group has established a Hong Kong subsidiary and is in the process of setting up a Hong Kong-based investment fund with a strong strategic focus on innovation and cross-border opportunities.

Job Description

Fund & Regulatory Management
  • Serve as Responsible Officer for SFC Type 4 (Advising on Securities) and Type 9 (Asset Management) licenses
  • Lead and manage the licensing application, ongoing compliance, and regulatory engagement with the SFC
  • Establish and maintain a robust compliance, risk management, and internal control framework for Hong Kong operations
  • Oversee the full lifecycle of Hong Kong fund operations, including fund structuring, launch, and day-to-day management
  • Coordinate with legal advisors, auditors, custodians, and other service providers
Investment & Business Development
  • Support the deployment of a target HKD 2 billion fund, focusing on:
    • Life & healthcare
    • Artificial intelligence and AI-enabled manufacturing
  • Primary geographic focus on Hong Kong and the Greater Bay Area, with strong linkage to Mainland China
  • Conduct project sourcing, due diligence support, and on-site company visits
  • Participate in LP communication and fundraising activities, including engagement with Hong Kong government-related capital and local institutional LPs
  • Build and maintain relationships with government bodies, industrial partners, and innovation ecosystems
Platform & Team Development
  • Act as the senior representative of the group in Hong Kong
  • Build, manage, and develop the Hong Kong team as the platform scales
  • Establish operational processes that align Hong Kong practices with group governance while maintaining local market efficiency
The Successful Applicant

Mandatory Requirements
  • SFC Type 4 & Type 9 Responsible Officer qualification (existing or transferable)
  • Legal right to work and reside in Hong Kong
  • Master's degree or above, preferably from:
    • Mainland China 985 / top-tier universities, or
    • Top 50-100 QS-ranked universities
  • Solid background in asset management, private equity, venture capital, or related financial institutions
  • Proven ability to assume substantive management responsibilities under Hong Kong regulatory standards
Preferred Experience
  • Mainland China background with strong understanding of cross-border investment and regulatory environments
  • Experience with RMB funds, government-guided funds, or state-linked investment platforms
  • Proven track record in fund setup from inception or launching new investment platforms
  • Industry exposure to AI, hard tech, advanced manufacturing, or life sciences
Personal Attributes
  • Strong entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to operate in a start-up platform environment
  • Practical, execution-oriented, and willing to be hands-on
  • Sound judgment, stable values, and strong sense of regulatory responsibility
  • Ability to balance state-backed governance standards with market-driven execution
What's on Offer
  • Monthly base salary plus performance-based bonus
  • Reference annual total compensation: approximately RMB 2 million, flexible for exceptional candidates
  • Long-term incentives may be discussed in line with fund development and platform growth
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