Senior Human Resources Manager (Ref. 260723005-IE)

HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICE
 
Senior Human Resources Manager (Ref. 260723005-IE)
 
Duties
 
The appointee will be required to:
 
(a) oversee the human resources and administrative functions for the Mainland Translational Research Institutes/Centres and other subsidiaries/joint ventures;
 
(b) manage the staff development function, including but not limited to training, performance appraisal, staff engagement and recognition;
 
(c) participate in the review and development of university-wide people projects and initiatives, and collaborate closely with operational teams of the Office in the implementation;
 
(d) guide and supervise team members to ensure smooth operation and administration;
 
(e) provide secretarial support to committees; and
 
(f) perform any other duties as assigned by the Director of Human Resources or her delegates.
 
Qualifications
 
Applicants should have:
 
(a) a recognised degree;
 
(b) at least eight years of solid and relevant post-qualification experience at a managerial level, preferably gained in large organisations;
 
(c) proven adaptability and a strong sense of ownership in driving various HR initiatives;
 
(d) working knowledge of Chinese Mainland’s employment legislation and workplace practices;
 
(e) the initiative and ability to generate innovative ideas in pursuit of continuous improvement;
 
(f) strong critical thinking, analytical, communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels;
 
(g) a good command of both written and spoken English and Chinese, and preferably with fluency in Putonghua; and
 
(h) good computer skills, including MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.
 
Shortlisted candidates may be invited to sit for a written test.
 
Conditions of Service
 
A highly competitive remuneration package will be offered.  Initial appointment will be on a fixed-term gratuity-bearing contract.  Re-engagement thereafter is subject to mutual agreement.
 
Application
 
Please submit an application through PolyU’s career website (https://jobs.polyu.edu.hk/management). Consideration of applications will commence on 30 July 2026 until the position is filled.  The University’s Personal Information Collection Statement for recruitment can be found at https://www.polyu.edu.hk/hro/careers/pics_for_recruitment/.
 
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