China Economist

Capital Corporate Services Ltd; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 900,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work options

Professional development resources

Health benefits

Matching gifts program

Job summary

Capital Group is seeking to add an experienced economist to expand its China macro research within the CSR team, based in Hong Kong. The economist will work closely with the Investment Group and partner with equity and fixed income discussions.

The role focuses on conducting original, investment-relevant research on China’s economy and policy environment, contributing to global outlook work and client-facing insights.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated passion for economics and responding to investor‑relevant questions.
• Master’s or PhD in a relevant discipline preferred.
• 5–10 years of relevant professional experience, with deep expertise in China’s economy and policymaking environment.
• Strong economic judgment and ability to develop differentiated views from incomplete information.
• Strong understanding of China’s political and policy environment and its implications for investors.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English; Mandarin proficiency is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct applied economic research on China with medium- and long-term relevance to investors.
• Connect macro developments to implications for companies, industries and financial markets.
• Draw on data, company and industry research to develop differentiated insights and independent views.
• Place developments in China within a broader regional and global context where relevant.
• Bring macroeconomic perspectives to company, industry and thematic discussions in collaboration with the Investment Group.
• Support fixed income investors on China-related macroeconomic, policy and market questions.
• Build strong relationships across CSR and the Investment Group, acting as a connector across teams and geographies.
• Contribute to broader CSR research and global outlook work, and participate in client-facing outreach.

Skills

Economic research

China economy

Policy analysis

Investor relations

English proficiency

Mandarin preferred

Education

Master's or PhD in relevant discipline

Job description

You are more than a job title. We want you to feel comfortable doing great work and bringing your best, authentic self to everything you do. We value your talents, traditions, and uniqueness—and we’re committed to fostering a strong sense of belonging in a respectful workplace.

We intentionally seek diverse perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds, investing in a culture designed to celebrate differences. We believe that belonging leads to better outcomes and a stronger community of associates united by our mission. At Capital, we live our core values every day: Integrity, Client Focus, Diverse Perspectives, Long-Term Thinking, and Community.

“I can influence my income.”

You want to feel recognized at work. Your performance will be reviewed annually, and your compensation will be designed to motivate and reward the value that you provide. You’ll receive a competitive salary, bonuses and benefits. Your company-funded retirement contribution will factor in salary and variable pay, including bonuses.

“I can lead a full life.”

You bring unique goals and interests to your job and your life. Whether you’re raising a family, you’re passionate about where you volunteer, or you want to explore different career paths, we’ll give you the resources that can set you up for success.

Enjoy generous time-away and health benefits from day one, with the opportunity for flexible work options

Receive 2-for-1 matching gifts for your charitable contributions and the opportunity to secure annual grants for the organizations you love

Access on-demand professional development resources that allow you to hone existing skills and learn new ones

Capital Group is seeking to add an experienced economist to expand its China economic research in close collaboration with the existing Capital Strategy Research team (“CSR”) and the Investment Group.

CSR is a unit within Capital’s Investment Group with a team of specialists who provide high-quality, original and relevant economic, political, accounting and industry research that empowers investment professionals to achieve superior, long-term investment results and enhances our client-facing efforts.

Based in Hong Kong, the economist will be the second CSR economist focused on China macro research, adding depth to our existing coverage and reflecting both the importance of China to Capital Group’s investment process and the continued growth of our business in Asia.

The role of the CSR Economist is to conduct and clearly communicate original, investment-relevant research on China’s economy and policy environment. The economist will work closely with the Investment Group, with a particular focus on partnering with equity investors while also supporting fixed income investment discussions.

Primary responsibilities/essential functions:

Research and Analysis

Conduct applied economic research on China with medium- and long-term relevance to investors, including growth, monetary and fiscal policy and structural economic change.

Connect macroeconomic and policy developments to implications for companies, industries and financial markets.

Draw on economic data, company and industry research, and external perspectives to develop differentiated insights and independent views.

Place developments in China within a broader regional and global context where relevant.

Investment Partnership

Bring macroeconomic perspectives to company, industry and thematic discussions, while using bottom-up investment research to challenge and refine macro views.

Support fixed income investors on China-related macroeconomic, policy and market questions.

Broader CSR Contributions

Build strong relationships across CSR and the Investment Group, acting as a connector across teams and geographies.

Contribute to broader CSR research, global outlook work and relevant Greater China research trips.

Participate in Capital Group outreach efforts, including relevant client-facing work.

Advance CSR’s economic analysis by contributing original frameworks, datasets and research approaches, while maintaining high research standards and sound judgment.

Qualifications:

Demonstrated passion for economics and responding to investor-relevant questions, with a clear desire to build a career as a buy-side economist.

Master’s or PhD in a relevant discipline preferred.

5–10 years of relevant professional experience, with deep expertise in China’s economy and policymaking environment.

Strong economic judgment and ability to develop differentiated views from incomplete or imperfect information.

Demonstrated ability to connect economic and policy developments to their implications for investors.

Strong understanding of China’s complex political and policy environment and its implications for the economy and investors.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English; Mandarin Chinese proficiency is preferred.

Self-directed, intellectually curious and collaborative; willing to formulate and defend independent views while incorporating feedback.

Team-oriented, with a strong desire to share knowledge and be useful to the Investment Group.