Associate / Senior Associate – Greater China

Job Description

The Asia Group, LLC is now accepting applications for Associate or Senior Associate to join our Hong Kong Office. The employee will primarily support the firm’s Greater China regional research and portfolio companies.

The Asia Group (“TAG”) is a strategic and business advisory firm supporting leading global firms in markets across the Asia Pacific region. The Asia Group’s clients are active in a broad range of industries, including technology, financial services, life sciences, entertainment, energy, hospitality, and transportation.

The Associate or Senior Associate will be a key team player of TAG Hong Kong Office to support fast growing client needs. The employee will also contribute to TAG teams located across the Asia Pacific region and in our headquarters in Washington D.C. on a broad scope of work including client servicing, relationship development, and policy research. A strong candidate will be highly motivated and have a strong grasp of business fundamentals, industries, and geopolitics in the Asia Pacific region, with focus on U.S.-China relations and domestic industry and regulatory developments in China. The position is based in Hong Kong, reporting to the Managing Director (leader of the Hong Kong Office).

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

• Monitor local and regional print and online media for important developments related to client equities and opportunities for business development; and undertake in-depth China-focused economic, policy, and regulatory research to support TAG’s publications and other client inquiries on an as-needed basis;
• With the guidance of the Managing Director and other senior team members, offer timely and effective support in planning and implementation of client engagements and activities on the ground. The employee will be expected to be able to execute assignments and projects independently;
• Help TAG Hong Kong Office to maintain appropriate local and regional government relations as well as various industry associations, chambers and other key stakeholders. The employee may work in tandem with TAG’s Shanghai Office on some client tasks, and some regional travel may be required.
• As a strong team player of the Hong Kong Office, s/he is expected to provide day-to-day support to the Managing Director and other senior team members on business development as well as local office operational and logistics work for TAG’s long-term development in Hong Kong.

Job Requirements

• Advanced degree (e.g., a Master’s degree) in relevant areas, including international relations, political science, public policy, or equivalent practical experience with focus on China;
• Relevant work experience, preferably in a public policy, government relations, or government experience, although experience in the private sector, especially global consulting firms and other multinational corporations, is also a plus;
• Deep understanding of China’s political system, economic developments, policymaking process, and its foreign policy;
• Proved research, analytical, and writing skills;
• Proficiency in English and Chinese (verbal, reading, and research);
• Ability to excel in a fast-paced environment with multiple tight deadlines; willingness to work non-standard hours, including occasional late evenings, early mornings, and weekends, to accommodate international offices and clients.
• Demonstrated team player skills with a positive and professional attitude;
• Ability to take initiative and proactively contribute to the team and to TAG’s growth.

Job Benefits

Candidates must be eligible to work in Hong Kong or be able to obtain all necessary work permits from relevant authorities. Employees will work in an in-person environment, with remote benefits allowing flexibility on an as-needed basis. TAG provides competitive health benefits and generous paid time off, with regular training opportunities available to its employees.

All interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, and references via the application portal below.

Due to the volume of applications received, responses from our recruiting team may be delayed. No phone calls, please.