Communications & Public Affairs Director (External Relations)
- 大嶼山
- 長期
- 全職
- Develop and execute external relations strategies aligned with HKDL’s business priorities and growth milestones.
- Lead shareholder engagement and governance matters in partnership with Legal and Finance, including but not limited to JV board meetings and project steering committee.
- Anticipate and manage potential or emerging sensitive issues involving government departments, political entities, and NGOs to develop tailored advocacy strategies.
- Collaborate with Media Relations, Finance, Legal, and Segment teams on annual business reviews and economic impact studies to ensure the establishment of an ever-green narrative with clear articulation of HKDL’s value to the community
- Collaborate with the wider CPA teams and other Lines of Business (LOBs) to provide strategic counsel on regulatory, public policy, and political matters.
- Build and maintain relationships with Hong Kong government bureaus, Central Government agents, foreign consular corps, political parties, unions, and business associations.
- Shape regional outreach strategies, especially in the GBA and mainland China, to elevate HKDL’s profile and unlock new opportunities.
- Oversee industry relations through partnerships with The Hong Kong Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions (HKAAPA), Lantau Development Alliance (LaDA), and other regional tourism and theme park entities.
- Advise executives on participation in key associations and manage high-level protocols for official visits and exchanges.
- University degree in Communications, Public Affairs, Political Science, Public Administration, or a related field.
- Minimum of 10–15 years of experience in Government Relations, Public Administration, Public Affairs, or Communications.
- First-hand experience working with government bodies, public institutions, or political parties; or senior public affairs roles in multinational corporations.
- Strong leadership and a collaborative with a proactive mindset.
- Deep understanding of Hong Kong’s legislative processes, political landscape, and governmental operation
- Proven experience navigating GBA and mainland China networks is highly crucial.
- Strategic thinker with the ability to connect business needs across internal and external stakeholders.
- Skilled in influencing and persuading diverse stakeholders to align with HKDL’s vision and objectives.
- Excellent problem-solving, presentation, and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently, manage ambiguity, and drive progress under pressure.
- Executive presence with the ability to simplify complex ideas and consolidate input from senior leaders.
- Business-savvy integrator who can link external relations strategies to broader business and CPA goals.
- Language proficiency in spoken and written English, Cantonese, and Mandarin is required.