Executive Assistant - Commodity Trading - Up to 50K

Hong Kong Permanent HK$540,000 - HK$600,000 per year View Job Description
Offering a blend of executive support, interpretation, and business coordination, this role provides the opportunity to work closely with senior leadership while gaining extensive exposure to Mainland China and international business operations. Joining at an early stage of the company's Hong Kong expansion, you'll play a key role in supporting its future growth in the region.
  • Highly international environment
  • Attractive package with regional travel

About Our Client

Our client is a growing international commodity trading business with an established global footprint and expanding operations across Asia. Joining during an exciting phase of growth, this role offers the opportunity to work closely with senior leadership, gain exposure to cross-border commercial activities, and support the continued development of the Greater China market.

Job Description

As an Executive Assistant, your main responsibilities will include:

  • Providing dedicated executive support to the Director, including complex calendar management, meeting coordination, travel arrangements, and day-to-day business administration.
  • Acting as the key communication bridge between English and Chinese-speaking stakeholders, providing interpretation and translation support during meetings, business discussions, negotiations, and correspondence.
  • Coordinating frequent business travel across Hong Kong and Mainland China, managing itineraries, logistics, visas, accommodation, and related arrangements.
  • Supporting the establishment and ongoing development of the Hong Kong operation, assisting with office setup, local administration, vendor coordination, and business support as the team expands.
  • Liaising with clients, business partners, and internal stakeholders across the region to facilitate smooth cross-border business activities.
  • Preparing meeting materials, reports, presentations, and follow-up action items to support decision-making and effective execution.
  • Managing confidential information with a high degree of professionalism, discretion, and attention to detail.
  • Providing ad hoc personal and administrative support as required, ensuring the smooth management of both business priorities and day-to-day matters.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Executive Assistant should have:

  • Degree holder in any discipline and solid business support experience within an international environment.
  • Excellent command of English, Mandarin, and Cantonese, with the ability to provide professional interpretation, translation, and business correspondence support.
  • Strong experience managing complex calendars, international travel, and senior stakeholder coordination.
  • A highly adaptable and flexible approach, with the ability to thrive in a growing business where priorities may change quickly and structures continue to evolve.
  • Exposure to office setup, office administration, or business establishment activities would be highly advantageous.
  • Resourceful and proactive, with the confidence to work independently, anticipate needs, and solve problems with minimal supervision.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships across different cultures and stakeholder groups.
  • Professional, detail-oriented, and highly dependable, with the discretion to handle sensitive and confidential matters.

What's on Offer

  • x 12 + B
  • Medical benefits.
  • 15 days AL
Contact
Athena Yeung
Quote job ref
JN-112026-7138376
Phone number
+852 25306129

Job summary

Function
Secretarial & Business Support
Specialisation
Executive Assistant
What is your area of specialisation?
Energy & Natural Resources
Location
Hong Kong
Job Type:
Permanent
Consultant name
Athena Yeung
Consultant phone
+852 25306129
Job Reference
JN-112026-7138376

Diversity & Inclusion at Michael Page

We don't just accept difference - we celebrate it. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply for this role and are committed to building inclusive, diverse workplaces where everyone can thrive. If you require any support or reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.