Assistant Manager (Student Development and Career Services Team) - School of Business and Management (UG Programs Office)

Department: Office of the Dean of Business and Management

Job Posting Details

The Undergraduate Programs Office of HKUST Business School is seeking a capable, self-motivated and well-organised individual to join the Student Development and Career Services Team as Assistant Manager.

Reporting to the Assistant Director, the appointee will work closely with team members, internal and external stakeholders. The successful candidate will be responsible for coordinating and implementing student development, career development and enrichment initiatives, with a particular focus on the following areas:

Student Enrichment Activities

Supervise and collaborate with student leaders in planning and delivering enrichment activities for the Business Cohort Community. Implement existing and new student enrichment activities and project-based courses. Coordinate the administration and implementation of selected scholarships and funding support schemes. Work with internal and external stakeholders to support student development and engagement initiatives.

Case Competitions

As a team, plan and coordinate the logistics of the HKUST International Case Competition. Support the application, selection and administrative arrangements for other business-related case competitions in which the School participates. Liaise with students, faculty members, coaches, judges, corporate partners, vendors and other stakeholders as required.

Career Development and Student Support

Provide career guidance and support to undergraduate business students. Organise career fairs, employer engagement activities, workshops and other career-related events. Develop and maintain positive, professional relationships with students, alumni, employers, human resources professionals and campus recruitment partners. Identify suitable trainers, speakers and industry partners for career development activities. Coordinate and implement career development programmes and initiatives for students. Maintain and enhance job postings on the SBM undergraduate exclusive job board. Where appropriate, shortlist and nominate students for internship and graduate employment opportunities.

Administration, Communications and Event Support

Prepare promotional and communication materials for events, programmes and job advertisements. Monitor budgets and follow the relevant financial and administrative procedures for programmes under the appointee’s responsibility. Respond to and follow up on enquiries from employers, students and other stakeholders under your assigned scope. Coordinate post-event follow-up, including liaising with photographers and videographers, organising event photo and video materials, preparing reports, and drafting social media content. Maintain accurate programme records and ensure that relevant administrative tasks are completed in a timely manner.

Ad Hoc Responsibilities

Take the initiative to lead and coordinate ad hoc projects and assignments as required. Demonstrate flexibility and a willingness to take on new responsibilities in response to the changing needs of the team and the School.

Qualifications and Experience

Applicants should have:

A good honours degree, preferably with at least three years of relevant post-qualification work experience. Excellent written and spoken English and Chinese, including Putonghua. Strong organizational, analytical and project management skills. A proactive, open-minded and service-oriented approach, with the ability to take initiative and embrace new tasks and initiatives. The ability to manage multiple priorities, work independently and maintain a thorough and detail-oriented approach. Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build effective relationships with students, alumni, employers, external partners and internal units. The ability to work effectively as part of a team while also managing individual responsibilities independently. A genuine interest in higher education, student development and youth development. Good IT skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and PowerPoint. Experience with website content management, Canva, Adobe Illustrator and online social media platforms would be an advantage. Experience in event organization would be preferred. Previous experience in a tertiary institution, youth development, career development or campus recruitment would be an advantage.

The successful candidate may be required to work outside normal office hours, including in the evenings and at weekends, to support events and activities. Time-off will be provided in these required work situations.

(Duration: 2 years, renewable)

Review of applications and screening will be conducted on a rolling basis from 11 November 2026 and will continue until the position is filled.

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HKUST is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to our core values of inclusiveness, diversity, and respect.